First Steps Housing Project celebrating it's 10 year anniversary on a high note as the federal government is giving it 80-thousand dollars.
First Steps is a shelter, education, and support services for expectant or new mothers who are also homeless.
First Steps is a shelter, education, and support services for expectant or new mothers who are also homeless.
New mother Katelyn Johnson has been at First Steps for a year and she tells CHSJ News it would have been a huge struggle for her if such a program did not exist.
Executive Director Sharon Amirault the money will be used to keep operations going and she is most proud of the high school education program.
Those who complete the program receive a diploma from St. Malachy's High School.
The program began in 2006 and 40 women has graduated so far.
Those who complete the program receive a diploma from St. Malachy's High School.
The program began in 2006 and 40 women has graduated so far.
