What keeps you going in times of trouble
In the Lazarus House ESOL class today, I asked the students what keeps them going when life seems full of obstacles. Here are some of their answers: “My faith in God.” “I remember my goal which [...]
#Superhero to homeless people
Leo is an amazing kindergartner from Andover. He came in with his mother, wearing a superman shirt and a smile as he handed me a $29.92 check for Lazarus House; his 2nd donation to us! As Leo [...]
People Under the Bridge: Lawrence MA
Less than 20 miles away from very wealthy neighborhoods is a community of people that live under a bridge. Please watch this 15-minute video movie that focuses on the homelessness & addiction [...]
Take a tour . . . hear the amazing stories of Lazarus House
You will walk away from this tour inspired to “be the difference” in someone’s life! Arrange to take a tour of our seven buildings located throughout Lawrence, Massachusetts and [...]
I proved I was willing to work hard towards my goals.
Everything is easier when you have a home. Nefertiti is a determined young woman with smiling eyes and a contagious giggle. Despite a series of hard knocks, both emotionally and literally, the [...]
Local farms provide fresh produce for Lazarus House guests
People of low income typically do not have easy access to healthier choices. Mark runs a farm in southern New Hampshire, primarily growing corn on 80 acres. In the summertime, what is not sold at [...]
North Andover Youth & Recreation helps at the shelter
North Andover Youth & Recreation Services made tacos and served them at the Lazarus House emergency shelter. The group called Step Up consists of 11 girls in 6th grade who do volunteer [...]
Oracle volunteers at Lazarus House
On this beautiful June day we are pleased to welcome and thank 29 wonderful volunteers from Oracle in Burlington. They are volunteering today as a team to take on some projects around our Lazarus [...]
Exchange Club honors humanitarianism of Bridget Shaheen, director of Lazarus House
Many people recoil when they encounter a homeless man or woman on the streets. Lazarus House, led by executive director Bridget Shaheen, embraces those who don’t have a place to call home [...]
Community Hero, Riley Doherty helps Lazarus House
Staples Foundation is pleased to announce the latest Community Heroes Award recipient is Riley Doherty who volunteers with Lazarus House Ministries. This organization will receive an additional [...]