Stories of Strength, Shelter, and Second Chances
The MATS blog highlights real stories, community news, and updates from the front lines of housing insecurity in the Monadnock Region.
From personal journeys of resilience to behind-the-scenes looks at our mission in action, these are the voices of your neighbors—and the hope that drives our work forward.
Their Lives Mattered: A Vigil for Those Lost to Homelessness.
On the longest nights of the year, the cold settles deeper, and for too many in our community, it becomes dangerous, even deadly. This blog is written in remembrance of neighbors who are no longer with us and experienced homelessness at some point in their life.
Homelessness is often spoken about in numbers and statistics, but behind every count is a human story—a life filled with memories, struggles, relationships, and hopes. When we gather to remember those lost, we do so to affirm a simple truth: their lives mattered.
Unhoused, Unheard: When Immigrants Seeking Safety Are Forced Back Into the Shadows
Giving Tuesday is a powerful reminder that generosity comes in many forms—not just financial donations. While contributing money supports vital programs, not everyone has the financial flexibility to give, especially during difficult economic times. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be a part of creating change.
“Our Own House”: Building a Community Where Adults with Disabilities Can Truly Belong
For most parents of adults with disabilities, the default solution is for their children to remain at home. This often isn’t by choice, but rather by necessity. Limited funding, inadequate housing options, and a shortage of qualified support staff make independent living almost impossible for many.