Solutions for Change is an organization that is not just only a homeless shelter, but their goal is to permanently solve homelessness by providing families the opportunities and access to skills and resources needed to rebuild their future. Every Saturday morning, parents are responsible for cleaning their homes and need volunteers to help watch and care for their children during that time.
I spent most of my Saturday morning watching a group of 7 children while the women cleaned the shelter. The ages of the children ranged from 1 year to 9 years old. As I was caring for the children, I realized that no matter the living situation or circumstance, the thing that I do have in common with these women was that we are all mothers who want to provide the best for our children. It was my pleasure to have helped, even for just a day, as these families work to get back on their feet.