A Safe Home for Women and their Children
The Village of Hope, in Salisbury, Maryland, is a not-for-profit, non-denominational organization which provides a transitional home to women and children struggling with homelessness.
The Village works in partnership with clients and their families to build skills and abilities to empower them to lead self-sufficient, productive lives. The Village of Hope grew out of The Joseph House, a ministry in Salisbury that serves the poor and homeless, founded by Sister Mary Elizabeth Gintling of The Little Sisters of Jesus and Mary.
Women accepted into our transitional housing program come from all walks of life. Often, they are caught in a self-perpetuating cycle of homelessness, domestic violence, alcohol and/or drug abuse and financial deprivation. The program offers up to two years of residency in one of 14 furnished apartments located in the Salisbury Village of Hope residence building. Clients of the Village are required to establish a written, time-oriented plan for achieving self-sufficiency.
Through various federal and state government programs, as well as funding from non-profit agencies, residents are provided opportunities to attend classes at Wor Wic Community College, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Salisbury University or other educational facilities in order to achieve their newly developed goals and become productive members of society.
The Village of Hope is widely recognized as an outstanding Delmarva charity. We are proud to serve the Eastern Shore and welcome you to get involved. Click here to find out how you can help.
The Village works in partnership with clients and their families to build skills and abilities to empower them to lead self-sufficient, productive lives. The Village of Hope grew out of The Joseph House, a ministry in Salisbury that serves the poor and homeless, founded by Sister Mary Elizabeth Gintling of The Little Sisters of Jesus and Mary.
Women accepted into our transitional housing program come from all walks of life. Often, they are caught in a self-perpetuating cycle of homelessness, domestic violence, alcohol and/or drug abuse and financial deprivation. The program offers up to two years of residency in one of 14 furnished apartments located in the Salisbury Village of Hope residence building. Clients of the Village are required to establish a written, time-oriented plan for achieving self-sufficiency.
Through various federal and state government programs, as well as funding from non-profit agencies, residents are provided opportunities to attend classes at Wor Wic Community College, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Salisbury University or other educational facilities in order to achieve their newly developed goals and become productive members of society.
The Village of Hope is widely recognized as an outstanding Delmarva charity. We are proud to serve the Eastern Shore and welcome you to get involved. Click here to find out how you can help.
Ebony McKeithen is one of many Village success stories.
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Ebony’s Story:
Ebony McKeithen and her daughter came to the Village of Hope in May of 2012. Two years later, we said goodbye as she joined the ranks of other Village success stories. During her time with us, Ms. McKeithen took full advantage of our Steps to Success program by completing E.M.T. training. She is now employed by Life Star. She also serves as a volunteer at the Delmar Fire Department. As is typical of our graduates, Ms. McKeithen established her independence by carefully planning for future housing for herself and her daughter. When the time was right, she left the Village, departing for her own residence and her new career. The Village of Hope staff and Board live for success stories such as Ebony’s. This is why the Village exists, and why we put so much effort into supporting our residents. It is also the reason we need continuing support from our always-generous donors. Thank you! |
