Community News & Updates
Joni and Her Furry Friend
Joni and her 14-year old Chihuahua, Kiwi, experienced homelessness together since 2018. Joni needed help to overcome her barriers to housing, including finding a place that would accept Kiwi…as she
Army Veteran Gets Emergency Housing
“It was so unreal that people would actually care this much to help me…I just can’t believe it.” – John, Army Veteran John experienced homelessness off and on for the
Justin Goes from Transitional to Permanent Housing
After spending the last several years in and out of various homeless situations, Justin entered into ECHO’s Transitional/Rapid Rehousing program in October, and spent the last three months working hard
Jerry Gets the Support he Needs
Jerry experienced homelessness in the Myrtle Beach area for almost two years. Aside from a couple of short shelter stays, he spent most of that time on the streets –
Navy Veteran Gets Permanent Housing
David has keys and a lease for his new home! After spending several months experiencing homelessness, this Navy Veteran spent the last three months at John’s Place (ECHO’s bridge housing
ECHO and CLAWS Deliver For The 2019 Angel Tree
Thanks to this collaborative effort, over 80 children in families who have recently experienced homelessness will have gifts to open for the holidays. Even after being housed, financial and emotional stress can dampen holiday cheer and make purchasing necessities – let alone gifts – difficult or impossible. The Angel Tree project creates an opportunity for community members to share their compassion and generosity to bring the magic of the holidays to these families and children.