Last Thursday, Plymouth Healing Communities held its annual event at Horizon House to thank Horizon House residents who are long-time supporters and friends, welcome new friends, and provide updates on what’s been going on at PHC.
A PHC resident shares her courageous testimony.
It was a beautiful day to gather in the Horizon House Sky Lounge. The room was picturesque, with the tables set with white linens and spring flowers, the buffet was spread with fruits, cookies, lemonade, and coffee, and the view of Mt. Rainier was breathtaking.
Padrica, PHC’s Executive Director, shared news on PHC properties. Dakota, PHC’s Volunteer Coordinator, updated the guests on volunteer opportunities and the reinvigoration of the Companionship Program. Marcia, a board member and a Horizon House resident, fielded a lively Q&A before one of PHC’s residents gave a moving and courageous testimony, which the guests found to be the program’s highlight.
“It is profoundly touching to be in great company to share about the positive intersectionality between mental illness and companionship.”
Jane, the Board’s President, closed the program by offering words of appreciation and a call for continued support to our old and newly acquired friends.
Following the program, guests had an opportunity to mingle with Padrica, the staff, and board members, and as they left, each received a canvas PHC tote as a token of appreciation.
Many thanks to Marcia, Padrica, Jane, Dakota, and Drew for planning and hosting this year, with special recognition to Drew, who designed our branded canvas totes. And, of course, a special thank you to our guests and supporters.
“Thank you for doing this important work.”
To learn more about our Companionship Program and how you can become a champion for people threatened with mental health crises and living with housing instability and homelessness, click here.