Emma has been an important part of our team at the Coeur d’Alene Goodwill store for eleven years. She is employed through Goodwill’s Extended Employment Program. This program helps people who need support with on-the-job skills and training. A Sudden Setback: Emma Faces Homelessness In 2023, Emma faced a big challenge. Her apartment flooded and […]
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When life got really hard for Renee, she didn’t give up. First, she lost her husband. And then her doctor told her she had stage 3 cancer. Things were tough, and she ended up living in her car. Renee knew she needed help. So, she decided to move to Spokane to start fresh. Seeking Help
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Sage struggled with a lot of stress, threats of eviction, and no money for food. It seemed impossible for them to find a job that would accommodate them. They felt lost, not knowing where to turn. But then Sage found help at Goodwill through the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) program. Sage went to Goodwill
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“I’ve got a place to lay my head that I can call my own. That’s huge for me!” -Tim A Turning Point: Tim’s Release From Prison After spending 22 years behind bars, Tim’s release from prison marked a turning point in his life. But he struggled to find stable housing upon his release. With no
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In 2015, Tony moved to Spokane, Washington, looking for a fresh start. But things didn’t go as planned. He found himself battling addiction and homelessness. Feeling lost and alone, he didn’t know where to turn for help. Then a close friend of his referred him to Goodwill, and that’s where everything changed. The Power of
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Amanda is an amazing person who proves that disabilities don’t limit who you are. Even though she is nonverbal and has difficulty with some things, Amanda’s personality is still bright and shines through. She’s funny, smart, and has a family that loves her very much. Amanda reminds us that it’s important to be proud of
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Noah was fresh out of high school and looking for his first job. He was ready to begin his path in the workforce. But he didn’t know what he wanted to do. Finding a job that matched his skills and goals felt overwhelming to him. He needed help. So, he found help from Goodwill’s job
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Kioana spent a year living in a shelter. She struggled to take care of herself. It was her first time living on her own. And she wasn’t prepared to take on all the personal responsibilities that she needed. So, she moved into an assisted living facility. Here, she got help with managing things like her
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Terri didn’t feel fulfilled with life. She didn’t have much to do but sit around. She was very shy and didn’t feel confident in herself. She wanted to overcome her shyness and find a job. But she wasn’t sure what to do to start a job. She knew she needed help. So, she reached out
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Carla was not happy with her life. She felt like life was passing her by. She felt bored and not content with how things were going. She wanted to get out of the house and work. And she wanted to feel like she was contributing to society while doing something she loved. Carla heard about
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