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Michigan Volunteers
The first week of March, DOORWAYS welcomed ten students from the University of Michigan (U-M) for a week of service through Alternative Spring Break. Alternative Spring Break is a program designed to be an affordable opportunity for college students to travel while committing their time to furthering the mission of a nonprofit. Prior to the trip, the students prepared for their week of service by studying the health and social impact of HIV/AIDS and homelessness. This is the fifth year that the U-M students have visited DOORWAYS.
The students split their time between three...
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Homeless Census
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With sunshine and springtime on the horizon, it's easy to forget about the tough conditions so many face during the winter season. While turning up the heat or adding an extra layer of clothing may be easy for some, for those who find themselves homeless, winter is far more brutal-and possibly deadly. Such danger pushes DOORWAYS staff outside in the extreme elements to help those trying to survive without a place to stay.
Cooper House Social Worker Missy Yearian knows a lot about getting out on the streets to locate those who are homeless. Just a few years ago, Missy worked with the Manhattan Outreach Consortium in New York City to canvas the area and locate the chronically homeless. On January 31, 2019 at 4 a.m., with heavy snow and below-freezing temperatures, Missy found herself back outside to assist with the City of St. Louis' Point in Time Annual Homeless Census.
As a part of a City grant received by DOORWAYS, a staffer teams up with employees from other housing agencies to find an overall count of the St. Louis homeless population. For last year's count, Missy canvased the streets, but in 2019 the count took her to a south city warehouse where a local minister allows homeless people to stay. Missy spoke with many about DOORWAYS and handed out various necessities.
Such outreach is important so that we ensure that as many people possible hear about our mission of Housing, Health, Hope. Staff like Missy provide us with the opportunity to show endless compassion, even when the conditions prove difficult.
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Walk or Run for DOORWAYS
Friday, April 5 at 6:00 PM
* 5K (3 mile) Walk or Run
Sunday, April 7 at 7:00 AM
* 10K Walk or Run
* Marathon Relay
* Half Marathon
* Marathon
Walk or run in the GO! St. Louis Marathon Weekend!
Personalize your own page to help raise funds for DOORWAYS!
Receive a team shirt and private bag check!
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The Michael Edlin Award
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DOORWAYS' Highest Honor
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Brenda Armour |
Since 1993, the Michael Edlin Award has been presented to an individual or group dedicated to the overriding mission of DOORWAYS: Compassionate care for people affected by HIV/AIDS.
Michael Edlin was a founding board member of DOORWAYS, using his talents and considerable power of
persuasion to bring people together and organize board committees. He pressured friends to do PR and opened his own home for the first DOORWAYS dinner. As a person living with HIV, Michael forfeited his privacy and used his own life as a tool to fight discrimination against others living with the disease. Eventually, he closed his business to dedicate more time to fundraising and, at the time of his death, left a legacy of hope that lives on at DOORWAYS and is embodied in what this award represents - the ability of this organization to offer its clients and residents, access to HOUSING, renewed HEALTH, and the HOPE needed to seek a better life for themselves and their families.
The Michael Edlin Award, DOORWAYS' highest honor, will be presented to Brenda Armour at the Annual Dinner on Tuesday, April 2.
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Congratulations Tracy
A huge congratulations goes to Cooper House staffer Tracy Shreve for earning her license to become a Residential Care and Assisted Living Administrator (RCAL). Tracy spent many months and countless hours preparing for the exam, which enables her to become the Administrator of the facility. Before leading Cooper House, Tracy spent nearly two years as our Director of Nursing. She now turns her attention to obtaining her Nursing Home Administrator license. Good luck and congratulations!
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Meet Our New Teammates
We have some new faces at DOORWAYS.
Jackie Hammersmith
is our newest Client Service Coordinator in the Residential program. Jackie comes to DOORWAYS with more than 10 years of experience in social services. Throughout her career Jackie has worked at MERS Goodwill, the Dismas House of St. Louis, and the Missouri Department of Mental Health. Jackie has known about DOORWAYS for a long time and is excited to finally be part of the team. Welcome, Jackie!
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Devonte Owens
is our newest part-time cook. Devonte has many years of experience in both the retail and service industry, including several years at Lambert International Airport. You will often catch Devonte working the day and weekend shifts, and he's happy to be at DOORWAYS. Welcome, Devonte!
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Join our team! To view
Employment Opportunities
click here.
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Current Volunteer Opportunities
DOORWAYS is always seeking volunteers to better assist our clients and staff. We currently have opportunities in the following areas:
- GO! St. Louis Race volunteers (April 5 & 7)
- Game Night volunteers
- Cooper House resident companions
- Spring cleaning volunteers
- Gardening/Landscaping volunteers
- Crafting volunteers
- Annual Dinner volunteers
- Bakers (provide special treats to residents)
- Activity Assistants (go on activities with residents)
- Administrative volunteer (make phone calls, assist with mailings, etc.)
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Upcoming Events
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Giveback Tuesday benefiting DOORWAYS
+ Tuesday, March 26
+ 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
+ Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria
+ 9568 Manchester Rd., 63119
On Tuesday, March 26, Katie's Pizza and Pasta Osteria in Rock Hill will donate 100% of their proceeds for the entire day to DOORWAYS! Lunch, dinner, drinks, and carryout are all included - open to close.
Please call Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria at (314) 942-6555 with any questions or visit online at www.katiespizzaandpasta.com.
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+ Tuesday, April 2, 6-8 PM
+ 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Our reception and dinner to honor those who help DOORWAYS provide housing, health and hope for individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS.
RSVP required to attend.
Please call Mike Mullins at 314-328-2706 or email mmullins@doorwayshousing.org.
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Team DOORWAYS
Walk or Run for DOORWAYS!
+ Sign up now to walk or run for those affected
by HIV/AIDS in the GO! St. Louis 5K or
distance races.
+ Friday night, April 5 and/or
+ Sunday morning, April 7
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To see all of our upcoming events please
click here .
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DOORWAYS
is an interfaith non-profit organization which provides housing and related supportive services to improve quality of life and health outcomes for people affected by HIV/AIDS.
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DOORWAYS | 314-535-1919 |
info@doorwayshousing.org |
www.doorwayshousing.org
DOORWAYS, an IRC 501(c)3 tax-exempt Missouri nonprofit corporation, is registered to solicit funds for charitable purposes in Missouri and Illinois. DOORWAYS only solicits such charitable contributions in MO and IL.
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