Open Hearts Community Mission
Privately funded 501(c)3, faith-based, non-clinical, non-convalescent, community supported, volunteer staffed. For Bulloch County residents. Schedule appointments by calling 912-623-2528. Service animals accepted.
Rental Scam Alert !! In the past week, we have had three applications to the mission from folks who were scammed out of money for rental deposits.
Please be extremely cautious when looking for a house, apartment, or room to rent through Facebook Marketplace and other online platforms.
There is an increase in rental scams where individuals post properties they do not own and ask prospective tenants to send a deposit, application fee, or first month's rent before ever seeing the property or verifying ownership.
Protect yourself: ️ Never send a deposit to someone you do not know without verifying the property. ️ View the property in person whenever possible. ️ Be wary if the "landlord" claims to be out of town and cannot meet. Verify that the person renting the property actually owns or manages it. Be cautious of listings with unusually low rent prices. Never feel pressured to send money quickly to "hold" a property.
If a rental opportunity seems too good to be true, it probably is.
Please share this warning with friends and family. Losing a rental deposit can be financially devastating, especially for those already struggling to find affordable housing.
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We are so happy for this mom...and LOVE seeing parents move up and out and be reunited with their children. These success stories are what we love witnessing.HAPPY REUNIFICATION MONTH!
Please take a moment to read Deanna's experience and help us celebrate her family🥰
"A Journey Home
There was a time in my life when drugs controlled everything. What started as an escape slowly became a prison, and before I knew it, I had lost the most precious people in my life—my children. The day they were taken from my care was the darkest day I had ever faced. I felt broken, ashamed, and overwhelmed by the consequences of my addiction.
For a while, I struggled to find my way. Recovery wasn’t easy. It meant facing painful truths, taking responsibility for my actions, and learning how to live without the substances that had once consumed me. There were setbacks, tears, and moments when I wanted to give up. But I kept going, one day at a time.
As the months into years, I began rebuilding my life. I worked hard to earn back trust, create stability, and become the mother my children deserved. Every class, meeting, and difficult decision brought me one step closer to the future I dreamed of.
Today, my children are back home with me. Hearing their laughter fill our house, sharing meals together, and being present for the little moments are blessings I never take for granted. The journey was long, but every challenge was worth it.
Recovery gave me a second chance—not only at life, but at motherhood. My story is proof that change is possible, hope is real, and no matter how far you’ve fallen, it’s never too late to fight for the people you love.
And now, every day with my children feels nothing short of amazing. ❤️"
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