Dear Stepping Stones Supporter,
We are hard at work addressing the needs of our families in light of the serious nature of COVID-19. Because individuals experiencing homelessness have limited access to health care services, underlying and untreated medical conditions, housing instability, and frequent mobility, they are more vulnerable and at greater risk of contracting infectious diseases like COVID-19.
At Stepping Stones, we are following every protocol to ensure our families are healthy. We've shut down our volunteer program through the end of the month to limit exposure to our families and limit risk to our volunteers. We've instituted a rigorous hand washing process and personal hygiene regimen among families and staff, and work as a team on a daily basis to continually wipe down surfaces, door knobs, tables, etc. Our in-kind donors are being met on the porch or at their vehicles and staff is bringing the generous donations into the shelter. We are actively engaged with Montgomery County's Dept. of Health and Human Services, Services to End and Prevent Homelessness who have been responsive and provide information, resources, and support to us on a daily basis.
I have received several inquiries about help, and I can't be more grateful. Please read on for more information as to our current needs and what you can do to help our families today.
With Sincere Gratitude,
Stacey
