Tuesday Outreach

The Sheltering Tree’s Tuesday Outreach is available to community members who are currently without housing, are at risk of losing their homes, are experiencing an emergency which temporarily affects their financial stability, or to those who are seeking information on available community re-housing and other resources. All assistance is offered based on availability and severity of need.

These services are only possible due to the great generosity of our Flagler County residents and community entities who help us with our needs.

We are ever so grateful!

Tuesdays at the Office

The Sheltering Tree office hours are Tuesdays from 10:00 A.M- 1:00 PM at 205 N. Pine Street.

The office opened in September 2016 by Carla Traister and Sue Bickings in an effort to provide emergency help to our Flagler County Residents to reach out to struggling families and individuals.

Sometimes we offer a caring conversation, a warm smile, a hug, and a private prayer. Other days we are challenged to help with financial and even emotional issues. We keep a small supply of emergency food, toiletries, and clothing to help those in need in Flagler County.

Our monthly budget is small, and the needs are great. We partner with Flagler County Human Services, where those in need are screened to see which other agencies may be of assistance. The staff at Human Services works with our agency and many other local charities so that we all can come together to assist our local residents. Our efforts may prevent a person or family from becoming homeless or having to do without food, clothing and so much more.

In one such instance, we were able to assist a young couple by paying a portion of their rent. They were both employed and lived in a small apartment where the utilities were included in the rent. They had a medical bill which caused them to be short on their rent. We were able to coordinate them with another agency to help them get back on their feet and stay in their apartment. We also worked with Human Services to help a family of 8 by paying a portion of the security deposit so they could get out of a hotel and into an affordable home. Sometimes the cost of up-front security, first and last month’s rent and utility deposits prevent families from getting into a home. Living in a hotel or in a car is very difficult and common in our area. Our hope is that the assistance provided will have a positive impact.

This is just a little snapshot of what goes on each Tuesday. We are always looking for donations of food, clothing, and money so that we can continue to help the increasing number of those in need.

Joe the Bike Man

Meet Joe Golan - A retired man with a heart of gold!

Joe faithfully comes to The Sheltering Tree on the first and third Tuesdays each month during office hours. He sets up his mobile shop and works in the parking lot assisting anyone that needs help with their bike. He provides excellent maintenance and donates countless parts and materials to get bikes on the road again. He offers friendly conversation as he assists those who come for help.

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Flagler County Family Assistance Center, Inc. DBA The Sheltering Tree

Tuesday Outreach

Some Ways We Assist

Tuesdays at the Office

Joe the Bike Man

Meet Joe Golan - A retired man with a heart of gold!

Flagler County Family Assistance Center, Inc. DBA The Sheltering Tree

Tuesday Outreach

Some Ways We Assist

Tuesdays at the Office

Joe the Bike Man

Meet Joe Golan - A retired man with a heart of gold!

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