by Jim Palmer | May 30, 2018 | blog
Our vision for each resident in our programs is that they would graduate as a self-sufficient and contributing member of the community. One very important aspect of this is employment, which is why we do all that we can to set our residents up for success when it...
by Jim Palmer | Feb 7, 2018 | blog
Two weeks ago, 12 men and women became the first Road to Success employment workshop graduates for 2018. Twelve people collected their certificates and shared their struggles and their victories. Twelve people, who came from homelessness, addiction, abuse and...
by Jim Palmer | Nov 3, 2017 | blog
“I learned I had skills I didn’t know I could use for my resume.” “I learned to be me and that God has a plan for my life.” “I learned that I should be confident in myself and [learned] skills that I forgot I had in my bad choices.” “I learned who I am again.” “I [had...
by Jim Palmer | Aug 16, 2017 | blog
One of the things that sets the Rescue Mission programs apart is our emphasis on the back-to-work component of recovery. It is a priority of the program to equip men and women with the skills and confidence necessary to gain employment and live self-sufficient lives....
by Jim Palmer | Jun 16, 2017 | blog
Orange County Rescue Mission’s primary goal is not simply to provide a roof or a meal. It is to bring lasting change and transformation to someone’s life so that they will have the tools and resources to remain self-sufficient even after they leave us. One of the...