Just a few short years ago, Nora had her own gardener, a large home and several cars. But, after her husband left her, Nora was left with all of the bills and found herself isolated and burdened by mounting debt.

After ten years in California, Nora moved to Kentucky to be closer to her family and opened her own boutique, which gave her a sense of ownership and joy. She loved her little shop, but a lagging economy forced Nora to sell out quickly, leaving her with very little.

“I came here with money and I lost it all. Now I have no one but my two little dogs,” Nora says.

She had heard there was help in the area, but her pride kept her from seeking assistance, until she needed help desperately and Dare to Care was there in many ways to meet her needs.

“I am so grateful for all they have done. I have to buy some things, but not as much. I love the food and I come here to play bingo, to be with people, so I don’t isolate and feel sorry for myself,” Nora says with a warm smile and a full heart of gratitude. She struggles today with some aches and pains, but her attitude of thanks outshines any ailment she might have.

“I’m really thankful and happy to have found this place. This is a good place for me to come to.”