Two years ago, Mindy* lost her partner of 30 years—and with him, the home they had built together. At 68, she suddenly found herself facing an unthinkable reality: losing not only her partner, but also the place she believed she would live out the rest of her life.
Mindy could not afford to stay in their home with only her limited income of just over $1,000 a month. She did everything she could to stay afloat, but as her savings ran out, she fell nearly $5,000 behind in rent and faced eviction.
That’s when she found Beverly Bootstraps—and because of supporters like you, she did not have to face this crisis alone.
With your support, our Case Management team stepped in right away. Mindy was connected to emergency rental assistance through the RAFT program, helping to stabilize her housing situation and prevent immediate eviction. But the support didn’t stop there. Together, Mindy and her Case Manager are working on a plan—connecting her to resources, navigating long waitlists for affordable housing, and ensuring she has access to the food and support she needs each day.
Today, Mindy is still in her home—and, for the first time in months, she has hope.
Her story is a powerful reminder that many of our neighbors—especially seniors living on fixed incomes—are just one unexpected moment away from crisis. But it’s also a reminder of what’s possible when a community comes together.
Because of you, neighbors like Mindy can remain safely housed, supported, and cared for.
Your generosity does more than provide financial assistance—it offers stability, dignity, and peace of mind during life’s most difficult moments.
Thank you for being the reason someone like Mindy can move forward.
*Name changed to protect privacy.
