Options: Community Partners Making a Difference
Spring is a season that naturally reminds us of growth – growth in individuals, programs, and partnerships. Our collaboration with Rogue Retreat has been a meaningful example of how community partnerships can create real opportunities for stability and healing for the individuals we serve together. Over the past year, we have witnessed significant growth among […]
Staying Connected
We recently relaunched our website with a fresh look, making it easier to learn about our programs and find ways to get involved. Our digital presence continues to grow across our website and social media, helping us stay connected with the community and share real-time updates from our sites. We would love your feedback. Click […]
Growing Together: A Community That Makes Hope Possible
Growth happens when people show up for each other. That is what we see every day across Southern Oregon. Our strength comes from community. Volunteers, donors, and partners all play a role in making this work possible. It is why our region continues to move toward hope. Volunteers have stepped in to build tiny homes, […]
Mobile Crisis Collaboration with Rogue Retreat: A Lifeline for Our Community
Over the year’s, Rogue Retreat has evolved from its humble beginnings into a cornerstone of support for individuals experiencing housing instability and crisis. What started as a small effort has grown into a robust continuum of resources, offering hope and stability to those who need it most. Jackson County Mental Health’s Mobile Crisis Team, in […]
Building Hope, Rebuilding Lives
At Rogue Retreat, we believe in the power of partnerships to transform lives and S&B James Construction exemplifies what it means to build community from the ground up. A longstanding partner in our mission, S&B James has played a vital role in expanding our shelter and service infrastructure throughout Medford. In 2022, they completed the […]
Thrift Shop by Rogue Retreat Rebrands to “Hopeful Secondhand”
Thrift Shop by Rogue Retreat Rebrands to “Hopeful Secondhand” and Celebrates Grand Reopening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on August 17th Medford, OR – After years of serving the community under the name “Thrift Shop by Rogue Retreat,” we are thrilled to announce our rebranding as “Hopeful Secondhand.” This exciting change reflects our ongoing commitment to providing […]
After the Storm: Building New Hope at the Medford Urban Campground
On January 4th, a massive storm ripped through the Rogue Valley, leaving downed branches, broken fences and destruction in its wake. Unfortunately, the Medford Urban Campground endured severe damage, including torn tents, canopies and sleeping bags. “The campground suffered a traumatic weather event,” said Donnie Harper, who manages the Navigation Center. “The storm destroyed the campground, which […]
The Realities of Homelessness at Christmas
When people face homelessness, Christmas is typically far from their minds. They’re not worrying about what gifts to buy for their loved ones. They’re not making travel plans to see their families. And they’re certainly not struggling to find the perfect decorations and lights to decorate their homes. The realities of homelessness at Christmas are […]
5 Ways You Can Help A Homeless Person
During the winter, our thoughts often turn to how we can serve others. This includes the men, women, and children who are homeless in our own community. Homelessness is a huge problem in the United States, with more than 500,000 people living in a state of homelessness. The reasons behind homelessness are numerous, including mental […]
A Life of Giving, A Legacy of Generosity
When you focus on the good things in life, that spirit of thankfulness and compassion lives on from generation to generation. This is the legacy of John D’Arcy, and his daughter and son-in-law, Nan and Tom Gunderson. Through a donation of stock valued at $100,000 from her father, Nan and her husband, Tom, decided to […]