How we treat those in need among us is a reflection of our community values.  In the last few months, the herculean efforts of Families In Transition – New Horizons has been nothing short of inspiring.  As a client, I have witnessed first hand the work being done to serve the homeless community and various participants and clients under the care of FIT-NH.

Health protocols in place for every day operations weren’t even on the extreme edge of consideration just a few months ago.  Everything this non-profit does is being developed from scratch, EXCEPT for the daily dose of compassionate care the women and men of this agency deliver to clients.

It takes a unique sort to work in the world of non-profits.  Ingredients include but are not limited to an enormous heart, boundless energy, a desire to help others and give back, a sensitivity to the plight and struggle of fellow families, and often, a personal story of challenge or setback that fuels the motivations to help others.

In just a few short weeks, FIT-NH has opened multiple facilities to promote social distancing, created a food delivery program seven days a week, adjusted protocols for safe interaction for staff and still found time to raise resources through annual events such as the FIT-NH Walk Against Hunger.

At some point, the crisis management will settle into a new normal of operations.  Things will be different. Rules and protocols will have to change, but the spirit of outreach of organizations like FIT-NH should give us all optimism about our future.