From Eviction to Stability: Ms. Coleman’s 60-Day Turnaround

When family challenges forced Ms. Coleman to cut her work hours, her paycheck shrank—and the rent fell behind. An eviction notice followed. That’s when she connected with Family Promise of the Coastal Empire, where she found more than a roof: safe housing, one-to-one case management with a focus on budgeting, and steady encouragement to keep going.

Ms. Coleman set a clear goal—grow her income while staying present for her teenage daughter. Within the first month, she secured a part-time summer position. The new job, paired with disciplined budgeting, helped her move from emergency shelter into a Family Promise transitional housing unit, where rent is affordable and support is close at hand. She leaned into every resource offered: financial coaching, goal tracking, and consistent check-ins with her case manager.

By month two, Ms. Coleman had saved enough to lease an apartment of her own.

Today, she’s thriving—confident in her budget, proud of the stability she’s created, and determined to pay it forward. “This experience reminded me that asking for help is strength,” Ms. Coleman shared. “I’m grateful for Family Promise and excited to give back to others facing similar challenges.”

Stories like Ms. Coleman’s are made possible by a community that believes in families. Thank you for helping transform a moment of crisis into a new beginning.