Michael

“Coming to ReVive has taken a load off my mind.”

“I never thought I would find myself in this predicament,” said Michael, a quiet, humble man in his early 60’s. Michael recently moved into an apartment in ReVive’s Cressey House following 3 hard years of living on the streets. “Coming to ReVive has taken a load off my mind.”

After working as an auto/diesel mechanic for years, the pain from spinal stenosis and the need for a hip replacement made it impossible for him to continue working. As a result, Michael lost his apartment and became homeless. When asked why he didn’t move in with family, Michael said, “I didn’t want to be a burden on anybody.”

ReVive staff members helped Michael to obtain food and clothing and to enroll in ReVive’s Christmas Basket Program. Michael also worked with ReVive’s on-site RUSH medical team to obtain referrals and to access over the counter medications and preventative care supplies like a blood pressure monitor, log book and medication organizer. 

Today, Michael is recovering from spinal surgery and is making plans for his hip replacement surgery. Michael has also begun receiving Social Security disability benefits. With ReVive’s help, Michael has achieved safe, affordable housing, improved health and stable income. 

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