A Well World: Listening to the Voiceless
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.” Proverbs 31:8-9 NLT As you may ...
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Oscar Brown: Offering the Gift of Presence
Oscar helping to deliver Christmas cheer to the men of Jacob's House “It is a special place,” says longtime volunteer Oscar Brown when asked about the Well Community. “I just feel like I leave with ...
A Well World: Too Many, Too Few
I asked our communications coordinator to check again. The percentage she just stated couldn’t be right. She revisited her notes and confirmed. Still unconvinced, I contacted our program manager. Again, the number was repeated. How ...
Four Things to Know About Homelessness in Dallas
On a single night earlier this year, the Housing Forward 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count found that 3,718 people in Dallas and Collin counties were experiencing homelessness. Each one has a name and a story. And ...
A Matter of Justice: Why Mental Health is Everyone’s Issue
Mental health is often viewed as something that impacts individuals. But mental illnesses and the stigma surrounding them don't exist in a vacuum. Numerous societal factors color the experience of those living with mental health ...
We are a Family: Jacob’s House
Jacob’s House is situated on a tree-lined street in Oak Cliff. From the outside it looks like the other older homes in the neighborhood, with a large porch and a fenced front yard. On pleasant ...