Lerancia  — Feeling Energized

Lerancia ran a shoe store and worked hard to support herself. When her store was vandalized, she had to close the business. Suffering from the sudden loss of income and unable to recover quickly enough, Lerancia became homeless.

She needed a safe place to stay while she looked for work. “I knew I wanted to build a new business eventually, but first, I needed help to get back on my feet,” Lerancia says. “I heard about Pine Street Inn and decided to come to the Yawkey House women’s shelter.”

At Yawkey House, Lerancia’s case manager told her about Pine Street’s housekeeping job training program. “I had earlier experience in housekeeping, so I jumped at the chance for a fresh start,” Lerancia says. “The staff here helped me put together my resume and apply for housing.”

Now in an apartment of her own, Lerancia is looking for a job and is excited about her future. “It feels great to have a place of my own again,” says Lerancia. “I feel energized, and I hope to start a housekeeping business. Thank you, Pine Street!”