2020 November Newsletter
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November 2020 THE RESCUE NEWSLETTER MISSION OF ROANOKE SINCE 1948 2020 IMPACT YEAR TO DATE P.O. Box 11525, Roanoke, VA 24022 | rescuemission.net | (540) 343-7227 101,569 MEALS SERVED I am Blessed By C. Lee Clark, Rescue Mission CEO 48,294 NIGHTS OF SAFE SHELTER “I am blessed” might not be the expected response prayed with each person, naming specific concerns from someone who has lost their home. Yet on this and blessings shared in this sacred time. Bound 15,060 night in the main lobby of the Fralin Free Clinic as by the constraints of poverty, addiction or mental CLOTHING & FURNITURE HELP a volunteer keyboardist played hymns softly in the and physical health challenges, these resilient background, we heard these words over and over. children of God showed peace and love not 1,137 Bless My Sole is a long-standing ministry of the always seen in the lives of more privileged FAITH ENCOUNTERS Rescue Mission where volunteers wash feet, brothers and sisters. provide lotion and new socks for men and women experiencing homelessness and addiction. Most Their life stories are real, true and at times 28,138 of all the volunteers listen and engage people in overwhelming to hear. To see the transformative VUOL NTEER HOURS conversation. RNs and other medical professionals power of Christ in these lives is humbling and are on hand to assess foot health, cut nails and inspiring. If this person who has little, can praise 8,745 provide care as needed. People leave feeling God and walk by faith, how much more can we HOURS OF LIFE, JOB & loved and encouraged, especially the who have much! RECOVERY SKILLS TRAINING volunteers. I know my wife and I did. We are all experiencing constraints these days. 7,411 The stories we heard were powerful. One We wear masks and keep distance to prevent CLINIC PATIENT ENCOUNTERS young woman, now in her thirties came to the spread of disease. We carefully weigh our the Mission directly from jail. She had it all, a presence in places where crowds might gather. $1,759,168 college education, family and friends. Things Organizations like the Rescue Mission and local V ALUE OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDED spiraled out of control after an accident changed churches have adjusted to minister, not less than her life, eventually leading to jail time. Today or even the same as always, but more, multiplied 1,649 she is working with a case manager on getting by new approaches. We seek to not lose the good a job and a volunteer attorney to help her of the old ways while we embrace opportunities CASE MANAGEMENT & regain custody of her child. Another man that these constraints require. As a result, there RECOVERY SUPPORT VISITS served our country in active duty. As a veteran, is even greater impact for good. he receives services at the VA Medical Center, 686,104 is on medical disability and is coming out of We long for our days to return to “normal” and RECYCLINg (pouNds) an abusive relationship. He loves to sing and the safety of old routines. At the same time, there as we listened to the music we laughed together is a still small voice telling us that things will never $44,268 as we named the tunes. Another lady in her go back. Yes, we will put aside masks and be able RECYCLING REVENUE seventies came to the Mission after losing her to give hugs and handshakes again but we will housing due to a dispute with another renter. continue to use technology in new ways. The 3,068 She struggles with debilitating medical issues urgent anxiety we are feeling now may subside, MANNA FOOD BOXES DISTRIBUTED and is saving toward getting into her own place. but here at the Rescue Mission we will be dealing with the fallout of increased mental illness, 830,068 Linked together by loss of stability, each of these substance abuse disorder and economic FOOD DONATIONs (pouNds) men and women expressed gratitude. Volunteers loss for years to come. Continued on back page Drumstick DASH 2020 is Virtual this Year Since 2006, the DASH has been a staple of The Drumstick DASH has had to make a know those awesome wicking t shirts? fundraising for the Rescue Mission. It has few adjustments this year. With COVID-19 That’s what you’ll get. gone from an event of about 1,500 people we have decided to move to a virtual race to an event of 10,000. It has gone from being format. This wasn’t easy, but when we talked For the runners, you’ll get a finishers medal! an event that raised some of the the money with the experts, we knew it was necessary. Once again, this is something we have we needed for our food services department never done and are so excited to offer! to raising all of the money we need for our What will a virtual race format look like? food services. Every. Single. Penny. We take And don’t you think we forgot the dogs! your registration from the race and put it It’s pretty awesome. We are happy to announce that you can towards rebirth. purchase a dog collar charm for your You can sign up for the Drumstick DASH pupper that will make them the envy What we mean by rebirth is this… to walk or run. This can be done any time of the dog park. The DASH is so much more than one between November 1st and 30th. By using meal. It is an opportunity to provide the RaceJoy app you will be able to track your We encourage all to take advantage of our opportunity. When someone comes to time, distance and upload your results to the local packet pick up or have their packet the Rescue Mission for one meal, we talk Drumstick DASH page. You can also choose mailed if they prefer no contact service. with them. Ask them where they are to do either the 5k OR the 8k race. We have staying, where their next meal is coming never done an 8k before and we are so excited If you have any questions, please contact from, if they need medical care, and if they to offer it. Also, you can run the 8k for the Kevin Berry at kevin.berry@rescuemission. would like to talk with a Case Worker. We same price as the 5k! (Pretty awesome, huh?) net or (540) 777-7683. do this because we know how important every bit of help is for each person who On top of a new race we have high performance We hope to see you all virtually DASHing comes in our doors. t-shirts that come with registration. You in the month of November! HOW IT WORKS: 1. Sign up to secure your spot November 1–30 2. Pick up your packet at one of our Packet pick up locations. Virtual 5K and 8K – Run anywhere, anytime Or receive your packet in the mail. 3. Complete your run or walk You can run, walk, skip, or jog the 3.1 miles anytime between November 1-30. The best part of this is you can choose the best day to run. Beautiful weather? Run that day. Like walking in the rain? Do your thing. Some perks include... DRUMSTICKDASH MOVE YOUR FEET SO OTHERS CAN EAT! 2020 Sign up now at MEDIA DrumstickDASH.net SPONSOR The Home Depot Foundation donated a washer, dryer and two reach in freezers Christmas HOME FOR THE Gifts 2020 Rescue Mission Shelter Bedtime Gift Twin Size Sheet Set, Bath Towel & Washcloth Child/Teen Shelter Guest Gift Holidays Underwear, Socks, Pajamas in SALE larger child and teen sizes Adult Shelter Guest Gift (Man or Woman) Gloves, Hat or Headband, 2 Pairs of Heavy Socks, Chapstick, NOVEMBER 9-14 Small Lotion or Baby Powder, $5 McDonald’s or Hardee’s gift card 10AM-5PM Rescue Mission Shelter Toiletries Gift Deodorant, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Comb, Lotion, Shampoo, Disposable Razors, Chapstick Program Participant Gift (Man or Woman) 2 Pairs of Heavy Socks, Gloves, Hat or Headband, SHOP & GALL E R Y $5 McDonald’s or Hardees gift card 1502 Williamson Rd 3425 Orange Ave Please return your unwrapped gift (540) 491-9405 (540) 904-5012 to the Rescue Mission by Monday, December 14. Donations are accepted 100% of the profits from 2nd helpings and THRIFT go to everyday from 7:00 am - 9:00 pm in the provide Hope, Health, and Healing for families in shelter Main Lobby: 402 4th St. SE, Roanoke, VA 24013 & online at rescuemission.net | (540) 343-7227 In Memory & Honor of... For Memory and Honor Gifts received To Remember and Honor, to Remember and HonorSeptember 15 through October 15 IN MEMORY OF GIVEN BY IN MEMORY OF GIVEN BY Libby Abbott . ...................... Caudel N. Abbott Rachelle Koudelik-Jones . Dorothy C. Eller Jim Altizer. ......................... Elizabeth Ridley Kevin & Rita Krantz . Glenn Reed Nancy L. Apgar . The Hon. & Mrs. Jonathan M. Apgar Neita Kraus. ........................ Betty Janell Love Wayne & Clara Armstrong . Linda A. Perdue Pearl T. Layman of Dale Avenue . Randy & Mary Beth Layman Eleni (Helen) Asimakopoulos. ....... Harvey R. Turner, III Dorothy Fretz Leonard. ............. Heywood & Cynthia Fralin Lynn Avis. .......................... May Justice Dorothy Fretz Leonard. ............. Judith Herrin Pete & Chris Bain . John & Bonnie Dunn Genetta H. Lewis . Freddie & Carolyn Whittaker Susan Bamford . Thomas Bamford Genetta H. Lewis . Teresa P. Glover Susan Bamford . Thomas Bamford Brenda Lilly. ........................ Wayne Graham Randell Barger. ..................... Erika Brickey Harry Messimer. .................... Glenn & June Obenshain & Adda Beamguard. .................. Melanie L. Harris Peggy Wuergler Frances M. Blankenship . ............ Betty Jo M. Tuck Edward Meyers .