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One man’s journey through the Drug Relapse program at People’s City Mission that is helping to save lives. Louis’s Story Louis never planned on coming to the Mission. After a weeklong binge of drugs and alcohol, he put plans in place to end his life. As he was driving to his final destination, he was stopped by… The post One Man’s Journey from Nearly Ending it All to Freedom from Addiction appeared first on People's City Mission.

Have you noticed the rising cost of…well, just about everything? I am sure many of us are feeling the effects of inflation. And this includes People’s City Mission. The cost of feeding the homeless is rising and you can help. One of our main priorities at PCM is serving three home cooked meals every day for those… The post The Rising Costs of Feeding the Homeless appeared first on People's City Mission.

“I haven’t smiled in 12 years.” Can you imagine that? There is power in a smile. A smile can convey optimism and happiness, among other things. When you are embarrassed of your smile, or your teeth and gums hurt all the time, it changes your whole demeanor, and can greatly impact your health. The condition… The post Our dental clinic helps people in need and it is absolutely free.  appeared first on People's City Mission.

The first day of school. It’s exciting for most students. How will they feel about their teachers? Will they make new friends? Can they fit in? For the school aged kids experiencing homelessness and living here at the Mission, that excitement can turn into dread. School can be a very difficult place to go when… The post Lincoln’s kids experiencing homelessness can have a positive experience going back to school. appeared first on People's City Mission.

We have so much to be grateful for. As we remember and celebrate independence for our nation, I hope we don’t forget the homeless & impoverished struggling right here in our city. I’d like to share with you some battles for independence from homelessness and addiction that are being won at PCM. Earl is in… The post Winning a war of independence from homelessness & addiction  appeared first on People's City Mission.

PCM’s Curtis Center is making a way for former prisoners to successfully move forward, not back. Why is it so difficult for folks recently released from incarceration to successfully integrate backinto the community? The majority of material and social structures they had prior to sentencinghave either been changed during their time away or no longer… The post Nebraska prisons are #1 in overcrowding. appeared first on People's City Mission.

Kevin is a single dad who is the sole parent for his children. He is also homeless. If he were in a city other than Lincoln, it’s highly probable he would not be able to find a shelter that would accept his family. He would likely have to make the devastating choice between surrendering his… The post Single Dads and their Kids Have A Place at PCM appeared first on People's City Mission.

by Mike Kinney The needs of men and women recently released from incarceration can’t be overstated. The majority of material and social structures they had prior to sentencing have been either changed during their time away or no longer exist. To cite Maslow, the essentials of shelter, food and safety are the most immediately critical… The post The Curtis Center at PCM Provides Hope and Second Chances appeared first on People's City Mission.

Have you ever had a toothache? I have, and let me tell you – the pain was all-consuming. Fortunately, I was able to go to my dentist and get it fixed. But what if I didn’t have insurance or enough money to see a dentist? Did you know there are a number of people in Lincoln experiencing… The post PCM Has a Completely FREE Dental Clinic appeared first on People's City Mission.