The Salvation Army Spokane helps a stranded autistic man reunite with his parent
Bruce, who is a high-functioning autistic individual, received his first car a few years ago and decided to take an adventure from his home in Utah. With no particular destination in mind, he came to Spokane and then experienced car trouble. Unable to pay for the repair, and not wanting to burden his mother who recently retired, Bruce became homeless.
For a year, he was stranded. After Bruce contacted The Salvation Army Family Resource Center, a staff member learned that Bruce’s mother wanted him to come home. A trip home on a Greyhound bus was arranged, leaving Bruce in tears.
Before leaving with his ticket in hand, Bruce received a care package from The Salvation Army Food Bank with sandwiches, chips, and drinks for the ride home. With the biggest smile on his face, Bruce gave hugs and handshakes to all the staff and thanked everyone for helping him reunite with his mother.
The Salvation Army Spokane is here to help people like Bruce get back on their feet when all seems lost. However, it takes an army of people to bless local vulnerable children, families, and individuals. Through the help of donors and volunteers, The Salvation Army can continue its mission to change lives throughout the year.
Please consider giving a monetary donation to the FRC program, or volunteering at the Food Bank, to help others facing a challenging time in their lives. In doing so, you are helping to provide a hand-up, not a hand-out, for others needing assistance. For more information, or to give a tax-deductible financial gift, please visit www.makingspokanebetter.org.