Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS
Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS
Stepping Out In Faith with Stephanie Booker
Stepping Out In Faith with Stephanie Booker
Stepping Out In Faith with Stephanie Booker
Thursday 5th September 2024
Discover Stephanie Booker's journey from addiction to advocacy for at-risk veterans. Her story is one of faith, resilience, and community support.
21 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Compassionate
Encouraging
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Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS
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Body & Mind
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Stephanie Booker shares her journey from addiction to advocacy.
- The importance of faith and community support in recovery.
- AHARI's mission to provide supportive housing for at-risk veterans.
- Challenges in securing funding for veteran housing projects.
- Community outreach programmes providing essential items and food.
God plus perseverance equal success. So don't give up.
Stephanie Booker’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of Untold Valor, you'll meet the inspiring CEO and Founder of A Home Is A Right (AHARI). Growing up in West Philadelphia, Stephanie faced immense challenges, including addiction and mental health issues that led her down a difficult path. Her life took a pivotal turn when she discovered she was pregnant, which motivated her to seek a better future.
Fast forward to today, Stephanie is on a mission to provide supportive housing for at-risk veterans through her organisation, AHARI. Stephanie shares candid stories about her past struggles and the pivotal moments that shaped her journey. From battling addiction to overcoming mental health issues, her story is a testament to resilience and faith. Reverend Ben joins the conversation, adding his own reflections and drawing parallels with his experiences.
Together, they discuss the importance of faith, community support, and the relentless pursuit of betterment. AHARI focuses on providing permanent supportive housing for homeless veterans. Stephanie details her ambitious plans for a new development in University City, complete with housing units, administrative offices, and an industrial kitchen. She also highlights the ongoing challenges in securing funding and the bureaucratic hurdles she faces. Beyond housing, Stephanie's work extends to food distribution and community support.
Her efforts include partnerships with organisations like Good 360 to provide essential items such as Nike sneakers, coats, and even furniture to those in need. Stephanie’s dedication is evident as she talks about the various outreach programmes she runs, including a food distribution site in Germantown. Stephanie’s story is both heart-wrenching and uplifting, offering a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar struggles. Her message is clear: perseverance, faith, and community support can turn lives around.
Don't miss this compelling episode that not only highlights the struggles but also celebrates the triumphs of those who have served. Feeling inspired? Tune in to hear Stephanie's full story and learn how you can get involved or seek support.