https://www.local10.com/news/local/2021/09/23/power-of-storytelling-transforms-lives-in-lotus-house/ MIAMI – Alana Johnson says she enjoys working collaboratively with other kids at Lotus House to find different ways to express themselves in a new recording studio that harnesses video, audio and photography to amplify the voices of residents. “I know there is a lot of kids who can’t express themselves like they want…
“You grow through what you go through” is the lasting belief of Lotus House alumni Tenisha Johnson. From her time with us at Lotus House to working on the production set of the limited series “The Underground Railroad” on Amazon Prime, take a moment and read about her journey and unwavering strength of character which…
Lotus Village Voices Now available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, our show will amplify the voices and stories of our sheltered guests, share our trauma-informed and innovative solutions from over 15 years of shelter operations and explore solutions to end homelessness in our country. Follow us on YouTube here Follow us on Spotify here…
We are incredibly proud to have been a part of this very important project, bringing to light the special needs experienced by women and the LGBTQ+ community experiencing homelesnsess. Providing a trauma-informed safe haven for women, children and LGBTQ+ individuals with holistic shelter and wrap-around support services, Lotus House offers the resources and supports so critically needed…
Historically, too little research, policy and public education initiatives have been dedicated to understanding the special needs of women and children experiencing homelessness. At Lotus House, we strive to provide the highest quality supportive services and simultaneously advance public awareness on the special needs of these we serve. To that end, we are pleased to announce…
By: Melissa Marrero Research shows food available to homeless individuals through shelter feeding facilities lack the required daily nutrients. But here at the Lotus House in Overtown, providing good nutrition is one of the key factors to help end homelessness. Teniqua is a volunteer at the Lotus House container farm. “It’s really convenient to grow…
Lotus House Women’s Shelter: Lead Agency in Service-Drive Research Project Presentation Lotus House Women’s Shelter: Lead Agency in Service-Drive Research Project
Our annual “It Takes A Village” Back to School Giveaway provides essential services and resources to the residents of Overtown including: Prepared Meals Groceries Health screenings and exams Book bags and school supplies For more information on how you can support this event, please email love@lotushouse.org.
The Farm at Lotus Village not only provides nutritious food for our culinary program but serves as an educational program for our guests to learn about farm-to-table and healthy eating. The program inspires our guests to not only eat healthful and nutritious meals but to start their own home garden. Below you will find an…
