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Kevin’s Story
Kevin’s Story
From age 14 to 61 on the streets…Kevin has finally gotten a fresh start. More than the services, it’s the people who have made the biggest difference. “They show love like I’ve never seen in a shelter,” Kevin says.
When coming back was the bravest move. What others saw as backtracking, she saw as her only way forward. “I came back to Water Street and said, ‘I need help,’ and I knew that Water Street would help me.”
Veoniss had to rebuild her life after years of abuse, depression and isolation. "I felt broken when I came here, and now I feel like I'm doing a lot of healing, and I'm starting to feel a lot better. I'm getting back to the Veoniss that I was."
After decades of pain, trauma, and addiction, Luis found healing and a new direction. See how his journey led him towards lasting hope and restoration.
Maribella's story of going through Wonder Academy is one of moving from fear to confidence – and a reminder of what early education and encouragement can do.
Davon's life has been marked by years of struggle, addiction, and broken relationships. Today, Davon is growing in his faith, finding community, and taking steps toward true healing.
Ed was missing two heart valves. He didn't know it until he walked into Water Street Mission. "She actually saved my life," Ed says of our staff member, Mel.
After years of struggling with emotional instability, difficult relationships, and uncertainty about her future, Teresa found herself at Water Street Mission.
Maria came to Lancaster carrying years of pain and anger. Through the love of the staff and a growing relationship with God, Maria began to experience something she hadn't known in a long time: Peace.
