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Before joining the HPC program, many individuals faced overwhelming hardships, from homelessness and financial instability to abusive relationships and personal loss. Some arrived after losing their homes due to sudden life changes, forced to live in cars, hotels, or even tents in extreme weather. Others sought refuge from toxic environments, determined to break cycles of […]
Before coming to HPC, Kelly worked as a case manager at a different transitional housing organization, serving others while experiencing homelessness herself. When it became too much, she realized she couldn’t serve her clients as well as they needed. I had to do uncomfortable things to accept help, but I was ready,” she said. For Kelly, the hardest […]
This is a recent HPC success story. To protect the privacy of the individuals involved, identifying details about the family have been purposely omitted. In 2024, our HPC program welcomed a family overwhelmed by financial challenges and an uncertain future. With two young, energetic, and playful children, ages 3 and 5, the parents understood the urgent […]
In June 2024, Raymond joined the HPC program after a challenging separation from his ex-wife. During this period, he lost secure housing and spent six months living out of his car. Despite these difficulties, he was determined to take the necessary steps to rebuild his life. Working in housekeeping at North Kansas City Hospital, Raymond applied his […]
Krissy came to Hillcrest amid homelessness with her two sons. “When I first arrived,” Krissy shared, “I was full of fear and stress, unsure about what I would do or how I would manage. Hillcrest gave me the safety, support, and security that I so badly needed.” In just 90 days, Krissy achieved impressive financial and personal milestones. Krissy […]
When Ethan was just 15, his world turned upside down. His family unraveled—his stepmom left, his father went to prison, and both of his grandparents passed away within a short time. Then, his uncle was incarcerated as well. With no stable home, Ethan found himself moving between different living situations—first with a family friend, then […]
On Friday, August 23rd, Hillcrest Platte County hosted our very first FREE community Worship Night at the E.H. Young Memorial Amphitheater, thanks to the incredible support of our volunteer musicians. This special event brought together people of all ages for an unforgettable evening of worship. It also served as a wonderful opportunity for those who […]
Shirley and her son joined our program in March 2024. Originally from Africa, Shirley faced the devastation of war in 2020 when gunfire and bombings suddenly erupted during a training session for her job. Forced to evacuate, Shirley made the brave decision to leave behind the war and poverty in search of a better life for […]
At Hillcrest Platte County, we’re all about making a positive impact on lives in our community. One of the exciting ways we do this is through our three thrift shops: The Hillcrest Thrift Shop – Picture Hills, The Hillcrest Thrift Shop – Platte City, and The Hillcrest Thrift Outlet. These shops are more than just […]
Braedyn came into our program in January 2024. Braedyn’s Journey in His Own Words: “Before coming here, I was surrounded by a lot of darkness. I had lost my house, was in an abusive relationship, and struggled with addiction. I found myself in a trap house, full of drugs, needles, drug deals, and danger. There […]
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