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In Her Own Words: Agency Resident Accepted Into Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program

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Before being accepted into the Service Enriched Housing Program with Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches, I was doing my best to survive financially while raising my three-year-old son as a single mother. I was grateful to be able to live with family while I worked toward my master’s degree in school counseling. I balanced being … In Her Own Words: Agency Resident Accepted Into Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

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At Adopt-A-Family, the holiday season is marked by a flurry of special events that support our mission and the families we serve. The month of December contains full days and packed schedules as our staff, board, volunteers, and donors work together to execute our largest annual fundraiser alongside three major client programs. Amid the whirlwind … The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

The Impact of Homelessness on School Attendance

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As the United States struggles with rising absenteeism and declining enrollment in our schools, it is important to consider how homelessness and chronic absenteeism are intertwined. September is Attendance Awareness Month and students experiencing homelessness face unique challenges to attending school. But their educational success is critical to helping these youth build a stable future.  … The Impact of Homelessness on School Attendance

New Look, Same Mission

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For over 40 years, Adopt-A-Family has been a trusted resource for families experiencing housing instability and homelessness in Palm Beach County. Since our founding in 1983, we have provided over 61,000 families with emergency shelter, housing, rental assistance, educational support, and thorough wraparound services to help them chart a course to a more stable future. … New Look, Same Mission