Meet John

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From Homeless to Home

John Hoffert was homeless and in need of medical assistance when he was first introduced to Easterseals MORC. He was temporarily staying at a Nursing Facility when he was referred to our Nursing Facility Transition Program.

Driven by a person centered plan, Easterseals MORC Support Coordinator Sharon Smith, helped John identify where he wanted to live and what he wanted his life outside of the nursing facility to look like. Through her experience and expertise, Sharon was able to help John apply for a pension to support his ability to afford the housing he desired.  John needed to apply for a pension to help support his ability to afford the housing he desired, however, being without a home, he was missing documents critical to the pension application process.  Sharon and John had to start from square one securing documents, completing applications, and putting in housing applications all while John was working to stabilize his health for the goal of moving into his own home.

After two years in the Nursing Facility, John was accepted into the subsidized housing he desired. The transition work coming to an end, Sharon was able to assist with move in costs, furniture, groceries, household items, and other basic needs.

Due to the assistance of the Easterseals MORC Home Care program, John is better than ever, living in a stable environment with his own space and the supports he needs to sustain his independence.

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