Dear Friend,

This is the second story in a short series about single mothers struggling after the Eaton fire. 

For years, Monica worked the graveyard shift as a security guard, doing whatever it took to provide for her young child. With the help of an overnight daycare in Altadena, she made it work. It wasn’t easy, but it was stable. Then came the Eaton Fire.

The daycare provider’s home was destroyed in the fire, and overnight care vanished in an instant. Monica was suddenly left with an impossible choice: keep working or stay home with her child. She chose her child, and lost her income.

As bills piled up and rent went unpaid, Monica’s future felt more uncertain by the day. But she didn’t give up. Her employer recognized her determination and began training her for a daytime security position: an opportunity that came with new hope, but also a delay in income. That’s when Friends In Deed stepped in with the support Monica needed to stay housed.

The Eviction Prevention and Rental Assistance (EPRA) program helped cover Monica’s past-due rent and provided three months of support to give her space to rebuild. Today, Monica is training for a new schedule, caring for her child, and moving forward with renewed stability. Sometimes, a little help at the right moment can be the turning point between losing ground and gaining a fresh start.

We are excited to see many of you tomorrow evening at Stories from the Street!

It is not too late to join as a sponsor, or to just come and enjoy an evening under the stars watching a meaningful film, The Pursuit of Happyness. Food and drinks are available from restaurants at One Colorado, and there will be some opportunity drawing prizes to be won. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Blessings and have a lovely weekend,

Rabbi Joshua

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At Friends In Deed, we honor the dignity and privacy of every person we serve. The stories we share are real, but sometimes, we change names or minor details or use stock photos to protect our clients’ identities. Thanks for your compassion, understanding, and support.

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