(ALLENTOWN, PA) – The Allentown Rescue Mission is pleased to announce its Clean Team Workforce Employee of the Month for June, Dave S.

Dave checked into the Allentown Rescue Mission’s Emergency Shelter in early 2022 after a series of life- devastating events. Dave lost both of his parents within 18 months of each other, causing him to spiral into a deep depression. While Dave was dealing with his grief, he suffered two leg injuries that kept him out of work. Ultimately, the amount of time Dave needed to heal mentally and physically cost him his nearly 20-year career at a thermoplastics company. And unfortunately, his medical bills continued to pile up, making it too much for Dave to handle.

A friend helped Dave research the Allentown Rescue Mission and he decided the Emergency Shelter was the best place for him to receive help. Here, Dave entered the Transformation Program to change the trajectory of his life. While in the program, Dave always followed instructions, engaged in classes, and volunteered in the kitchen and clothing room. He understood that changing his life involved dedication to the process.

After graduating from the Transformation Program, Dave started employment with the Clean Team Workforce and instantly became a valued employee. He began as a driver but has also worked on moving, cleanouts, and landscaping jobs. Recently, Dave has been filling in as foreman for the Clean Team Workforce and is doing a great job. He is versatile, reliable, and customer service oriented.

Dave’s future plans include saving enough money to move out of the Mission and continuing working as the Clean Team Workforce foreman. Thank you, Dave, for caring about our staff, customers, and the quality of the Clean Team Workforce’s work. We appreciate you.

 

The Allentown Rescue Mission, a 501c3, 123 bed non-profit homeless shelter has been providing shelter for homeless men since 1900. In addition to emergency shelter services (365 days a year), the Allentown Rescue Mission offers a residential life skills program, and transitional employment on the Clean Team Workforce that’s available for hire to the community. The Clean Team Workforce pays the men above PA state minimum wage– helping them save a nest egg to transition back into the community. In a typical year, the Allentown Rescue Mission provides shelter services for over 946 men per year, and serves over 42,000 meals a year to men in need.

 

To refer someone to the Allentown Rescue Mission for services or to learn ways you can help make a difference please visit www.allentownrescuemission.org

 

Information provided to TVL by:
Stefanie Appel
Community Relations
Allentown Rescue Mission
www.allentownrescuemission.org
 

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