“I have been using the center ever since the time I became homeless 8 months ago. I have become homeless due to a domestic violence thing and I was left on the streets with no place to turn to. I came into the Visitation Center totally surprised at the help that I received. I have gotten the necessary uniform for my 12-year-old son to go to school. I also got a winter jacket for him.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is honored to be the recipient of the Oakland Chamber of Commerce 2009 Community Service Award. The 104th annual awards ceremony celebrated Oakland people and organizations who have demonstrated excellence.
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Do you have board games or chess sets? Call John in the Champion Guidance Center for Men at 510/877-9218.
