Resident of Veterans’ Program finds happiness and purpose Michael’s life changed when he hit a semi at 70 miles per hour. He was paralyzed from the neck down for 5 weeks. Due to the accident, Michael had to give up his 20-year welding career. After… Read More
Future paralegal gets her life on track “I was kind of stuck,” Beth explains of her reasons for coming to COTS. Beth spent the last 12 years of her life caring for her parents while working. When her father became sick two years ago, her… Read More
91.9/91.5 The Family’s ” Help for the Homeless” hygiene drive is will be collecting new personal care and cleaning products for area crisis agencies…including ours…. so that we can dedicate our limited financial resources to providing qualified personnel, safe housing, nutritious food, and living skills to those we serve.… Read More
In 2016, we anticipate serving approximately 150 individuals experiencing homelessness in the Fox Valley. Each of these individuals is provided with the following items upon move-in: NEW twin sheet sets NEW pillows NEW bath towel sets Please help us to provide these comforts of “home”… Read More
The holidays are a time to show gratitude. This holiday season, we asked our residents what they are grateful for:
During this year’s holiday party, COTS residents, staff and board members were welcomed by a plethora of delicious food, festive music, and last but not least an enthusiastic volunteer dressed as an elf! Thanks to the wonderful donation of Festival Foods gift cards from Avenue Jewelers, the meal… Read More
As we enter this season of thanks, we can’t help but turn our thoughts to the people who make our work possible day in and day out. We have incredible residents who are committed to the hard work of transforming their lives on a daily… Read More
Cooking class of COTS reveals inner strength of residents “I’d been wanting to do volunteering, but I didn’t know what to do,” explains Mary Kay Maigatter, COTS volunteer. She knew that she wanted to do something hands-on, but didn’t know where to start. At a… Read More
A COTS Resident Testimonial “I was homeless for nine days. I lived out of my car.” Tobias moved into COTS’ Young Adult Program nearly three months ago after his stint living out of his car. The 20-year-old had been kicked out of his adopted parents’… Read More