Last winter, Dorothy made it a habit to bundle up in several layers inside her north Spokane home. “I’d wear a jacket and several layers of clothes,” she said. […]
SNAP Clients Affirm Message of Hope
Justina didn’t want to face the uncertainty of losing her housing, quitting her college courses, and heading back to life on the reservation, where her options were limited. SNAP offered […]
LTCO volunteer brightens lives with service
Edith McNinch had recently retired after 21 years as a Kindergarten teacher when she saw an article in her local newspaper about a volunteer opportunity. “I was just sitting […]
Sturm, KREM team up with SNAP to cheer hearts
Paul and Suzanne have been through their share of challenges over the last several years, so it was welcome news when the North Spokane couple found out they would […]
It’s what neighbors do
Cindy is a caretaker and friend to one neighbor, a 70-year-old Air Force Veteran named Ted who lives alone in his home. Home maintenance brings with it both physical and […]
Their old home is warmer and safer after weatherization updates
Glenda and her husband Jerome have lived in their north side home for 44 years. Their home, like so much of Spokane’s housing stock, is aging. Older housing stock, like […]
Hillyard resident thanks SNAP Weatherization for housewarming gift
Hillyard resident Gary Nestler will tell you he lives in a cozy home. It didn’t always used to be that way. When the Idaho native moved into his humble dwelling […]
Spokane senior grateful for home repairs through SNAP
Nestled on Perry Street just off lower Sprague Avenue, Emma’s home is recognized as a nourishing refuge for family and friends. The 78-year-old known as “Miss Emma” and her husband […]
SNAP, HDR Engineers team up to support local senior
There was a time when Sally could run a mile in nine minutes and work in her garden from sun up to sundown. Things have changed since those days. On […]
Local senior remains safe at home with help from SNAP
What Diane Omeron lacks in mobility she makes up for in personality. At 71 years old, Diane relies on her motorized wheelchair to get around. She enjoys camping, fishing and […]