Here at LifeSTEPS we are working to ensure everyone’s safety during these trying times. Pictured here, our employees are delivering care packages of supplies in their protective gear to our senior residents who are unable to leave their homes. No one planned for such a drastic change in living, but thanks to our incredible donors, […]
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At LifeSTEPS, the health and safety of our employees, partners, and clients is a top priority. Keeping this in mind, we are taking additional steps to be extra vigilant and proactive amid peak flu season and growing concerns regarding COVID-19. We will continue to deliver programs and services at our sites to ensure we are […]
Meet 12-year-old Angela. An active participant in LifeSTEPS’ After School Program, she is known as a leader who takes the initiative to help other students after completing her homework. With a big heart, Angela also enjoys lending a hand at other LifeSTEPS events by serving food and cleaning up. But before joining the After School […]
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As Alvaro proudly walked across the stage at San Jose State University, tears rolled down his eyes. As happy as he was, he could not help but think of the incredible journey that led him to that very moment. Looking at his family’s faces out in the audience cheering for him, he felt both happiness and sadness.
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2019-01-07 10:26:172019-10-23 12:10:50JB Brown Scholar Spotlight: Where are They Now? – Fulfilled Promises through the JB Brown Scholarship Fund
Carla*, mother of two, hasn’t always had the easiest life. At an early age, Carla was figuring things out on her own. Although she had a loving grandmother that raised her and her siblings, she lacked guidance when it came to planning for her future.
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2018-11-05 14:49:312019-10-23 11:59:57Planning for a Brighter Future
When Ann* moved into her new apartment last June, she did not expect to experience the struggle that she did. After being on the waiting list for a year, Ann and her husband David* were ecstatic when an opening for a one-bedroom unit became available.
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2018-11-01 08:00:232019-10-23 12:00:25Finding Hope After Injury
Hard work and self-sufficiency has always been something that the Rivera* family prided themselves on. With both parents and the eldest of the family working full-time, their three incomes combined were enough to keep their family of six afloat. Although things like family trips, nice clothes, and big gifts were something that the family was […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/SSFH.jpg658880Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2018-10-22 13:16:272018-10-22 13:16:27Regaining Self-Sufficiency After Financial Hardship
Eight-year-old Megan* has been a LifeSTEPS resident almost all of her life. Although she comes from a very loving family, her home situation hasn’t always been the easiest. Before Megan* was born, her mother Diane*, was already a single parent. Prior to having Megan, Diane and her son were abandoned by her husband and eventually […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2018-10-15 10:26:572018-10-15 11:34:00Learning Important Life Lessons at the After School Program
When Vik and Leah* arrived in the U.S. several years ago, they were looking forward to spending their retirement years close to their adult children. Spending most of their lives in India, they were excited to finally have their family back together in a country that they had always dreamed of living in. Once they […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2018-10-01 15:00:382018-10-01 15:06:53Couple Finds Strength to Carry On
Nine-year-old, Ava*is known by her family and teachers as being a bookworm. What she enjoys most about reading is getting lost in the different stories and characters she comes across. She is a known regular at her local public library and can easily consume one book after another. Although her passion for reading is evident, […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2018-09-26 13:51:292018-09-26 14:47:06After School Program Opens a New World for Student
Care Packages For Our Residents
/by jodyHere at LifeSTEPS we are working to ensure everyone’s safety during these trying times. Pictured here, our employees are delivering care packages of supplies in their protective gear to our senior residents who are unable to leave their homes. No one planned for such a drastic change in living, but thanks to our incredible donors, […]
The Latest on LifeSTEPS’ Response to COVID-19
/by Stephanie GerbickAt LifeSTEPS, the health and safety of our employees, partners, and clients is a top priority. Keeping this in mind, we are taking additional steps to be extra vigilant and proactive amid peak flu season and growing concerns regarding COVID-19. We will continue to deliver programs and services at our sites to ensure we are […]
Angela Finds Solid Ground in the After School Program
/by Stephanie GerbickMeet 12-year-old Angela. An active participant in LifeSTEPS’ After School Program, she is known as a leader who takes the initiative to help other students after completing her homework. With a big heart, Angela also enjoys lending a hand at other LifeSTEPS events by serving food and cleaning up. But before joining the After School […]
JB Brown Scholar Spotlight: Where are They Now? – Fulfilled Promises through the JB Brown Scholarship Fund
/by Katie GoadAs Alvaro proudly walked across the stage at San Jose State University, tears rolled down his eyes. As happy as he was, he could not help but think of the incredible journey that led him to that very moment. Looking at his family’s faces out in the audience cheering for him, he felt both happiness and sadness.
Planning for a Brighter Future
/by Katie GoadCarla*, mother of two, hasn’t always had the easiest life. At an early age, Carla was figuring things out on her own. Although she had a loving grandmother that raised her and her siblings, she lacked guidance when it came to planning for her future.
Finding Hope After Injury
/by Katie GoadWhen Ann* moved into her new apartment last June, she did not expect to experience the struggle that she did. After being on the waiting list for a year, Ann and her husband David* were ecstatic when an opening for a one-bedroom unit became available.
Regaining Self-Sufficiency After Financial Hardship
/by Katie GoadHard work and self-sufficiency has always been something that the Rivera* family prided themselves on. With both parents and the eldest of the family working full-time, their three incomes combined were enough to keep their family of six afloat. Although things like family trips, nice clothes, and big gifts were something that the family was […]
Learning Important Life Lessons at the After School Program
/by Katie GoadEight-year-old Megan* has been a LifeSTEPS resident almost all of her life. Although she comes from a very loving family, her home situation hasn’t always been the easiest. Before Megan* was born, her mother Diane*, was already a single parent. Prior to having Megan, Diane and her son were abandoned by her husband and eventually […]
Couple Finds Strength to Carry On
/by Katie GoadWhen Vik and Leah* arrived in the U.S. several years ago, they were looking forward to spending their retirement years close to their adult children. Spending most of their lives in India, they were excited to finally have their family back together in a country that they had always dreamed of living in. Once they […]
After School Program Opens a New World for Student
/by Katie GoadNine-year-old, Ava*is known by her family and teachers as being a bookworm. What she enjoys most about reading is getting lost in the different stories and characters she comes across. She is a known regular at her local public library and can easily consume one book after another. Although her passion for reading is evident, […]