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Finding Purpose

For former shelter guest Tee, life has had some unexpected detours. Tee entered HSI about 10 months ago at just 20 years old. She was left homeless after the recent…

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Motivation Drives Success

There are many times when the stressors of life have the ability to disable a person’s mind, body and spirit. A recent guest, KD, became homeless after separating with his…

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Transformative Changes

Back in 2019, Aria, then known as Jacob, left an emotionally abusive relationship without a stable place to go. After couch surfing for a time, she found an opportunity to…

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Teamwork Makes a Dream Come True

“It takes a village” has never rung more true than in the case of newly former shelter guest Raymond. Raymond came to the shelter almost a year ago, the result…

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Forty is Fabulous!

We’re still shaking the confetti from our hair after the 23rd Annual Dream Builders’ Birthday Bash where we celebrated 40 Years of Help, Hope and Homes at HSI. It was…

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A Full Circle of Gratitude

It’s always moving when we see and hear the good things our former guests are doing to pay it forward. Like our friend and former guest Matt. He’s been donating…

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Promising Solutions Resident is a Published Author

It’s always heartwarming to hear about the successes of the people in our programs. We recently discovered that a resident of Homeless Solutions and Family Promise of Morris County’s Promising…

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Shelter BBQ Inspires Community & Connection

What better way to celebrate the end of summer than with a delicious barbeque, fun activities, and good company? Our shelter guests and staff were given just that recently, hosted…

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Help From an Angel

Sometimes accepting a “hand up” takes a little longer than usual. Ben’s story is one of perseverance and a testament to the dedication HSI staff has for our clients. Ben…

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Welcome Back, Dream Builders

OH, WHAT A NIGHT! 2022 marked the first year back in person post-pandemic for our Dream Builders’ Bash – and what a Comeback it was! We welcomed back familiar faces and…