The Homeless in Need of Community Support

SALISBURY, Md – Volunteers have been out and about in Salisbury Maryland, and Georgetown Delaware.

Due to the upsurge in homeless individuals, in Salisbury and surrounding areas. Shelters have been helping out daily.

The Sheperd’s Office in Georgetown is offering free dinner and clothes donations every day.

Michelle Duncan, who had to be placed in a Delaware hotel after spending time in Rehoboth Beach, says her time at Sheperd’s office has been incredible.

“This is my first day, one day. It’s been incredible, compassionate, people here working for a team, I feel part of something today and I’ve been waiting for a long time,” said Duncan.

Elizabeth August, another person who is un-housed has been trying to keep faith that things will improve.

“I have hope that one day we’ll be off the streets; I’m hoping to get a bigger tent that’s the main thing,” said August.

Pastor Anthony Dickerson the leader of the Christian Shelter has been adamant about community members volunteering when available.

“We need volunteers, volunteers, volunteers. We would love to have you, there several things for you to do, you can work in. The kitchen, you can teach devotionals for your services. We would love to have you,” said Dickerson.

Dickerson employs the importance of staying positive and having a relationship with God to homeless individuals.

If you would like to donate or volunteer, Sheperd Office is located on 408 N. Bedford Street in Georgetown DE.

The Christian Shelter is located on 344 Barclay Street in Salisbury MD.