Hello, my name is Carla and I am 65 years old. I have been separated from my husband for a while and was homeless living in Oregon. I was working really hard at putting my life back on track; I was even blessed with the opportunity to buy a 30 ft trailer to call home.

On November 2nd my daughter in law called to let me know that Jay, my husband, had fallen and was rushed to the hospital. His health was not good, it was discovered, and he was put on hospice at a facility here in Prescott. So, I put my life on hold and packed up by car in Oregon and took the $300 I had and drove to be here with him while he's on hospice. I couldn't let him die alone. Once I was here, I contacted PASS and was so grateful they would make some changes to the nightly check in time just so I could do dinner and bed time with Jay each evening at the hospice center.

My mission in life is to help people feel welcome, important, comfortable and understood. It was such a pleasant  surprise to know that is what I received as soon as I arrived at PASS, both from staff and volunteers. I am so grateful to be here, and know that now that I am here, I will be able to put my life back together sooner.

I want to thank everyone who makes PASS possible. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

I was lucky enough to find PASS after leaving an 11 year abusive relationship with nothing but the clothes on my back. I have been at PASS for three weeks and it is one of the most positive, and loving experiences I have had in my life. All of the staff, volunteers and other guests here have been nothing but helpful, caring and so supportive. I hope when I make it to my next stage of life I can pay this place back for all of their help!

I would like to acknowledge Danielle for taking me in when I was homeless. She expressed compassion, hope and faith when I was broken, sacred, and stressed beyond anything I have ever encountered. Danielle provided the guidance and direction I was so desperately needed. i have never met anyone who listened and understood my struggles. This has been a safe, warm, and loving environment that I needed. I will always appreciate her generosity forever. Thank you, Danielle and Carmen, for making my life livable, for restoring my faith in people and God. -Lucy

There are moments in life when you feel utterly lost, as if the ground beneath you has disappeared, leaving you suspended in uncertainty. I found myself in one of those moments not long ago, unsure of what tomorrow would bring or even where I would lay my head. It's a terrifying feeling, one that strips you of dignity and hope, making every day feel like a battle for survival. But it was in that moment of deep vulnerability that I encountered a light in the darkness—the Prescott Area Shelter Services (PASS).

Walking into PASS, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had always believed that shelters were cold, impersonal places. I thought I’d be just another homeless person, a stigma viewed by society, another name on a list of people needing help. But what I found at PASS was the exact opposite. I found a place of warmth, compassion, and community. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was treated with kindness and respect, qualities I had almost forgotten existed in the world.

The staff and volunteers at PASS are more than just workers—they are angels. They don’t simply offer shelter; they offer hope, a sense of belonging, and the gentle reminder that you are not alone. They see each person for who they are, recognizing that every story is unique, and every individual has a different set of challenges. They work tirelessly to lift you up, to help you stand on your own two feet again.

What truly touched me was the way they went above and beyond to make me feel like a person, someone who mattered. They didn’t just give me a bed to sleep in; they offered me a safe space to breathe, to gather my thoughts, and to rebuild my spirit. Every smile, every kind word, every gesture of help reminded me that I was worthy of care, that my life had value, even when I couldn’t see it for myself.

But this kindness didn’t stop with the staff. The support from the local community, businesses, and donors was awe-inspiring. The blankets that kept me warm, the meals that filled my belly, the clothing that gave me dignity—all of it came from the generosity of people I may never meet. People who took it upon themselves to care for others in their time of need. Without these donations, PASS couldn’t do the incredible work that they do. Each donation, no matter how small, makes a difference. It changes lives. It changed mine.

I am forever grateful to those who continue to support PASS. Their donations are not just material things; they are the building blocks of hope. Each dollar, each blanket, each meal is a lifeline to someone like me who, in the darkest of times, needed a reminder that they matter. I’ve been given the gift of stability and the opportunity to get back on my feet, and I will never forget the kindness that made it possible

I am 22 years old and I have been homeless and couch-hopping since I was 17 years old. I havent been able to do anything for myself until I came to PASS. So far I have gotten into college, go into counseling, and am on medication, all with the help of PASS. I appreciate the help I have received and can’t wait for what the future holds for me.

My name is Chelsea and I came to PASS in mid-September 2023. When I arrived here I had no ideas where my life was headed, or what to do. To put it simply, I was completely lost. I was immediately greeted by women who offered their love and support to me. I was in the middle of a DCS case, fighting to get my children back. It wasn’t long until I was able to start working, found an outlet for my mental health, was given resources and vouchers to help with clothing, dental care, eye doctors, support for my children and much more.

After 90 days of being at PASS I am now employed full time, was able to get a vehicle, am moving into my own apartment and am about to get both of my children back full time. When I say this place, and the people here, have been nothing short of a miracle in my life, as well as my children’s, I mean that with everything in me. I could never begin to tell you how much I appreciate all that you have done for me, and what you do for so many others, it is more than beautiful.

Thank you so much! I will never forget this place or the amazing women who have stood by me.

God Bless you!