A Journey of Sound: Patty's Story with The Hearing & Speech Center
Patty's journey with The Hearing & Speech Center (HSC) in Lexington began when she was just an infant. Referred to the center after...
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- Sep 11
Empowering Youth at Arbor Youth Services
Arbor Youth Services welcomed an 18-year-old autistic young man who found himself in a challenging situation after being kicked out by...
- Aug 28
Empowering a New Beginning with the Bluegrass Council of the Blind
At 70 years old, a former medical professional faced an unexpected challenge: vision loss. This individual, determined to re-enter the...
- Aug 15
Transforming Lives: A Success Story from the Clark County Homeless Coalition
The Clark County Homeless Coalition recently witnessed a remarkable transformation in the life of a man who had been living in a vacant...
- Aug 14
From Struggle to Advocacy: Nick’s Journey with Simon House
In late 2022, a transformative story began at Simon House in Frankfort, a shelter dedicated to supporting homeless adults. Among the many...
- Aug 7
A Path to Reconnection: How Parenting Classes at The Nest Helped a Young Mother
In an unexpected turn of events, a young mother found herself facing a life-altering situation after a car accident with her 4-year-old...
- Jul 24
A Life-Saving Diagnosis: Greg’s Story with Mission Lexington
Greg, a patient in his early 40s, walked into the clinic at Mission Lexington one afternoon, desperate to see a doctor. All the clinics...
- Jul 17
Navigating Hope: The Role of a 211 Navigator at United Way of the Bluegrass
A 211 Navigator at United Way of the Bluegrass recently returned a call from Natasha, a dedicated Community Health Worker at the...
- Jul 9
Breaking Barriers: Chris’s Journey to Lexington
Chris's story showcases the importance of community support in times of crisis. After fleeing his home country, Chris was arrested upon...
- Jul 3
Finding Hope: Anna's Journey at the WayPoint Center
After being in the United States for just 15 days, Anna visited the WayPoint Center at Centro de San Juan Diego. She was alone, without...
- Jun 18
Supporting Our LGBTQ Youth: A Story of Connection and Hope During Pride Month
As Pride Month unfolds, United Way of the Bluegrass wants to highlight the importance of support systems for LGBTQ+ youth, especially...
- May 22
From Darkness to Light: Ada's journey at The Gathering Place Mission
When Ada arrived at the doorstep of The Gathering Place Mission, she was at her wit's end. She felt completely hopeless after her husband...
- May 15
Unveiling a Legacy: United Way of the Bluegrass Opens the Marksbury Family WayPoint Center at Historic Palmer Pharmacy
On Monday, May 13th, United Way of the Bluegrass unveiled the new Marksbury Family WayPoint Center at the Historic Palmer Pharmacy. This...
- May 8
Empowering Communities: Importance of WayPoint Centers
In the heart of our Bluegrass communities, WayPoint Centers stand as spaces of hope and support for families or individuals in need....
- May 1
The Lifesaving Role of CASA Through Childhood
At just 8 years old, Ash found himself in the foster care system as a result of education and medical neglect. His journey through the...
- Apr 24
From Despair to the Hope Center: Jenny's Journey of Recovery
In May 2018, Jenny's life seemed to be looking upward. She had just graduated from nursing school, landed a good job, and became a...
- Apr 17
Lenny's Guiding Light at the Amen House
The Amen House has been a shining light for those facing adversity. Lenny, a 51-year-old man struggling with homelessness and Alcohol Use...
- Apr 11
Transforming Tax Season: UWBG VITA Program
Tax season can be daunting, especially for those facing physical or mental barriers. Yet, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)...
- Apr 4
Overcoming Obstacles: A Journey to GED Success with Anderson County's Adult Education Program.
Coming to the United States from Mexico as a child, Barbara faced numerous challenges, including a language barrier and the need to...
- Mar 27
Personalized Support from the Telford YMCA Transforms After-School Journey
At the Telford Community Center YMCA, every child’s happiness and growth are at the forefront of their after-school program. Sophie...
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