Posts by Shannon Brockman
Should I give money to someone who is homeless?
I’m sure you’ve encountered someone you thought to be homeless. Maybe it’s because they were holding up a cardboard sign asking for help, or perhaps they approached you directly and asked you for money. These types of encounters can be uncomfortable for a lot of people. On the one hand, helping someone in need seems…
Read MoreReal Hope Ep. 2 – Frequently Asked Questions Surrounding the Homeless Community
Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host Glenn Cranfield talks with Andy Bales, CEO of Union Rescue Mission in Los Angeles, California. In this episode, Glenn and Andy discuss Andy’s story about his roots in ministry to the homeless community, journey to serving those experiencing homelessness on LA’s Skid Row, frequently asked questions regardinghomelessness…
Read MoreCOVID-19 and the Quiet Impact on Homelessness
Many of our lives have drastically changed since March when COVID-19 swept the nation. Schools, businesses and our communities were all impacted and changed what our day-to-day life looks. While quarantining at home and keeping business afloat, there was a collection of voices that were forgotten during the pandemic – the homeless community. When the…
Read MoreReal Hope Ep. 1 – The Unseen Impact of COVID-19 on the Homeless Population
Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host Glenn Cranfield talks to Room in the Inn Executive Director Rachel Hester and Community Development Director Melanie Barnett about the disproportionate physical and emotional impact of COVID-19 on the homeless population. In this episode, they discuss what they are currently experiencing with the homeless population during this…
Read MoreHelp Hydrate the Homeless
Between COVID-19 and hot weather on the horizon, Nashville Rescue Mission anticipates it being a difficult summer for our city’s homeless community. Between both Mission campuses, we serve over 800 people a day. These are just the ones who come to the Mission seeking help. It doesn’t include those who choose to stay on the…
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