Aftercare

At KARM, we’ve learned the transition from being a guest here to living in permanent housing can be jarring. Too often, former guests go from being constantly surrounded by people, support and services to being completely alone. Sadly, this transition can sometimes have devastating consequences, even resulting in relapsing into homelessness.

Aftercare seeks to ease the transition out of homelessness and help men and women continue their journey toward a fully restored, abundant life and to thrive in life outside of KARM. Our staff and volunteers accomplish this goal by making home visits and helping former guests connect to the following in their new community:

A Thriving Church

Community Resources

Social and Service Opportunities

Do you want to help?

Do you want to help men and women move into their own homes? Sign up on the volunteer page and let them know that you would like to volunteer with Aftercare.

Basics

And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in the glory of Christ Jesus – Philippians 4:19

high quality home starter supplies (linens, cleaning supplies, etc.)
home goods shopping at KARM Stores
brand new bed frame and mattress
maximizing choice and dignity

Volunteer Companionship

Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our very lives as well. – 1 Thessalonians 2:8

friendship
relational support
someone to walk through life with
encouragement to set and pursue goals

Advocacy

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But, pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

resource referrals
life skills coaching
eviction prevention
self-advocacy training

Church Involvement

Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of His household. – Ephesians 2:19

community of believers to call family
spiritual support network
a place to worship

Social Support

And let us consider how we may spur one another toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another. – Hebrews 10:24

social gatherings
facilitating friendships and a community of neighbors
Bible studies
alumni gatherings

First Look Articles

Dive into what housing looks like for our guests at KARM through our First Look Articles, designed to give you a first-look experience into volunteering at KARM while highlighting our many programs

First Look Into Programs at KARM: Housing

Home. It’s only one word, yet it holds so much. It’s like a guarantee, something to return to after a long day. For our neighbors experiencing homelessness, it’s an accomplishment. But the road is not always easy. Finding housing comes with barriers beyond their control—ones we would never consider.

First Look Into Programs at KARM: Aftercare

Ending homelessness is not a one-time investment; it’s a long-term community effort. Although housing might get someone off the street, it’s companionship that helps people maintain stable housing and remember they are not alone. Because KARM hopes for restoration, not just relocation…