Meet Michael Roberson, a
software developer at the University of Connecticut and a volunteer in the NLHHC Help Center
. In the Help Center, Michael is able to assist guests with many tasks that help them get back on their feet, such as putting together a resume, applying for jobs online, and searching for apartments.
Michael appreciates how much he has learned since he began volunteering just over one year ago. In particular, he has learned that homelessness is a complex issue with many causes. "Everyone has their own story", Michael says, and he notes that many of the people he encounters in the Help Center end up homeless through no fault of their own. Many of our guests need just a little bit of extra help to get back on their feet, which Michael is often able to provide.
Michael recommends anyone with a heart for service to get involved, noting that NLHCC is a unique and rewarding place to volunteer. "HHC is not just a shelter," he observes, "it is a place that offers dignity and hospitality to the guests."