Clarified that for you. Good Works serves the homeless in nine counties comprising SEO. It operates the only homeless shelter in those nine counties. And as the economy has worsened, the need for help has overwhelmed Good Works' ability to provide it. More than ever, help is needed. I worked for them for two years, something I'm still amazed I'm able to say. If anyone has any questions, I'd be more than happy to answer.

That is a great story I am sorry to only be hearing now.

I only heard about it because of Facebook. I guess they didn't want to horn toot too much.

Agreed.

While Southeastern Ohio is larger than nine counties, JSF's basic point is well taken.  My wife has volunteered there every week for a number of years.  Last week she actually doubled her normal volunteer time to help work on a special project.  They are actually more than just a homeless shelter.  For instance, they have a program where low-income folks can volunteer at the shelter in various capacities and earn "credits" for their time.  Some of these volunteers have earned enough credits to purchase home appliances and even automobiles.  It's an extremely good charity, and I would encourage those so inclined to put Good Works on their donor list for regular contributions.

I have to correct you on this point: Transformation Station volunteers do not volunteer at the Timothy House (unless there is a specific project to be done while the house is closed). In most cases, they are out on Neighbors Helping Neighbors sites or at the Good Works Luhrig Road Property. It is Good Works policy to respect the privacy of Timothy House residents as much as possible and part of that means not subjecting them to a lot of random people coming through their temporary home.

Your wife does a great job and her help is greatly appreciated, I know that.

If anyone is interested, the Timothy House staff is happy to give tours of the place to neighbors. Feel free to call them.