Stories
2026 Rita Patz Good Neighbor Award Goes to York Fresh Food Farms
The Rita Patz Good Neighbor Award goes to York Fresh Food Farms! York Fresh Food Farms is making a difference in our community by providing fresh, locally grown produce and creating opportunities for people to learn, grow, and develop new skills. Its partnership with Oasis House Clubhouse is a wonderful example of what it means […]
Making a Lasting Difference Through Service: Celebrating Kalie Stroup
Congratulations to Kalie Stroup on receiving the Pauline Whitacre Award! Through her generosity, leadership, and commitment to Oasis House Clubhouse, Kalie strengthens the program and creates valuable opportunities for members. As Chair of the Oasis House Clubhouse Advisory Board, Kalie’s service extends far beyond her leadership role. As Lori Leister shared, “Kalie was nominated in […]
Building the Life Ben Deserves: Bobbi Jo’s Journey of Perseverance
“Ben’s needs outweigh my fears. The most important thing in my life is my grandson, his well-being and his happiness.” For Bobbi Jo, everything comes back to Ben. He is the reason she keeps going and refuses to give up, even when life feels impossibly hard. As his grandmother and primary caregiver, she has always […]
The Power of a Hug: Kali’s Journey of Growth
Looking back, can you remember a hug that meant a lot to you? Whether it lifted your spirits or came from someone you love, a hug can say things that words cannot. For Kali, it is a beautiful reminder of just how much she has grown. When Kali first joined our Social Recreation Program four […]
Finding Her Voice: Karla’s Year of Advocacy and Achievement
“I have learned that I can achieve the things I want to do because I am more than my diagnosis.” Ten years ago, Karla began attending Oasis House Clubhouse, where she found connection, encouragement, and opportunities to grow. This growth has led Karla to step outside of her comfort zone. This year, Karla represented Oasis […]
A Family Who Just Needed a Chance
When Lynnette Myers, Possibilities Case Manager, visits the Jones family, the children run to greet her with a cheerful, “Hello!” Their apartment is warm and full of life—a reminder of how far RJ and Ashley have come in a short time. Earlier this year, RJ, Ashley, and their four children were experiencing homelessness, living in […]




