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Longing for Community
Every year, the holiday season seems to start earlier—decorations go up and purchases are made in preparation for Christmas long before December....
With your help, UGM creates a strong community where people receive grace and feel accepted and loved. However, the men and women in recovery can’t stay in our shelters forever, and they need trustworthy people to come alongside them as they transition back into society and continue on the path of recovery.
Mentors provide the support residents need by offering real, trustworthy, interdependent relationship, accountability, and encouragement.
If you have a strong faith, good listening skills, and the desire to build this type of relationship with someone in recovery, consider becoming a mentor. To find out more about what it takes, contact Mike Doggett at 509-251-5066.
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Holiday Ways To Give
The holiday season is a time for giving, and what better way to spread some cheer than by helping those in need? Homeless and low-income individuals...
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Gratitude in Recovery
One of UGM’s core values is Thankfulness, and this month we reflect on the pursuit of gratitude in our day-to-day lives and in the work of healing...
Lifelong Recovery
Lynn Yount, UGM Volunteer : June 11, 2019
Five years. It takes five years actively pursuing recovery for an addict to have a strong chance (about 85%) of lifelong recovery. Five years minus...
I Was Angry
Union Gospel Mission : September 1, 2014
“I was a negative, angry, violent, depressed individual.” Dean Lynch, 45, came to the UGM Men’s Shelter on December 27, 2011 after losing his job,...
Imparting Skills and Confidence
James Bishop : July 5, 2016
As a volunteer job coach at the Men’s Shelter, Randy Crews recognizes the importance of building confidence and preparing men to re-enter the...