Coalition Recognizes Partners and Clients during Homeless Awareness Week 2008
The Out-Wayne County Homeless Services Coalition honored several outstanding partners and clients during a Homeless Awareness Week Recognition Breakfast. Coalition members were given the opportunity to nominate community partners or clients who had made significant strides in overcoming homelessness.
The Coalition recognized six outstanding partners that have put forth an exceptional effort in helping homeless individuals with Champion of the Cause Awards.
Shelley Kritzman, Michigan State Housing Authority
Tiffanie Lacey, Willow Creek Apartments
Yvette Roome, Hickory Green Apartments
Bonnie Roberts, Taylor Park Apartments
Maria Mitter, Wayne-Westland Schools
Shirley McKee, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
The Coalition also recognized the achievements of four clients that have made significant strides in overcoming the effects homelessness has had on them with Spirit of Achievement Awards. Each has a truly inspiring story of their battles and triumphs.
Henry Johnson
Ellis Houghton
Jeanne James
Amber Hall
The Recognition Breakfast was part of the Coalition's Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness and observation of Michigan's Homeless Awareness Week, November 9-15, 2008. Homeless Awareness Week promotes awareness of the existence of homelessness in our communities, while also, brings organizations and community leaders together to improve delivery of services to the homeless.
For more information please contact:
Erin Evans
734-246-2280 x 123
Jennifer Lepard, Chair of Coalition
734-246-2280