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04/08/2026

ICYMI | Senator Baldwin Visits Green Bay to Talk Housing

Last week, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin visited Green Bay to highlight the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. This bipartisan federal legislation is aimed at boosting housing supply and lowering development costs across Wisconsin communities.

The Senator toured NeighborWorks Green Bay 's 4th Street Townhomes project and met with local housing stakeholders to discuss what more affordable housing means for neighborhoods right here in Green Bay.

A big thank you to Senator Baldwin for making the trip to our community — and a special shoutout to our own Will Peters, Neighborhood Development Specialist, for his work connecting the City of Green Bay to these important conversations. The City of Green Bay is committed to bringing more affordable housing options to our residents, and visits like this help move that work forward.

04/07/2026

04/07/2026

Come have some fun with us at a Silent Auction benefiting Amanda’s House!

At Amanda’s House, women in recovery can live with their children in a safe, sober home instead of being separated while they heal. When you join the auction, you’re not just bidding on great items—you’re helping provide safe housing, cover utilities and household needs, and create a calm, welcoming home for families in recovery.
Grab a friend, mark your calendar, and get ready to bid for a great cause.

Let’s keep families together during recovery!

04/06/2026

People in recovery are some of the bravest people you will ever meet. They choose healing, honesty, and growth every single day.

Recovery is not something to hide–it’s something to be proud of.
Every sober day is a victory. Every honest conversation, every boundary, every meeting attended—it all matters.

If you’re in recovery, or trying to be—you are brave, you are worthy, and you have so much to be proud of.

04/04/2026

At Amanda’s House, we don’t focus on blame. We focus on safety for you and your children, healing from trauma and Substance Use Disorder, and keeping moms and kids together whenever it’s safe to do so.

If you’re a mom in recovery who needs a safe place to land, you’re not failing—you’re fighting for your family.

04/03/2026

Living with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and trauma doesn’t just affect one person--it can impact the whole family, including their ability to work and stay employed. Here are some of the main ways this happens:

Financial strain
Money spent on substances, legal fees, and medical care can lead to late bills, debt, and even housing instability. Constant financial stress makes it harder to focus at work, show up consistently, and keep a job long-term.

Unpredictable home environment
Intoxication, withdrawal, and frequent conflict can create chaos at home. Sleep, childcare, transportation, and emotional readiness for work all suffer when daily life is unstable.

Mental health challenges
SUD often occurs alongside depression, anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder. These conditions can make it harder to concentrate, manage emotions, and maintain healthy relationships with coworkers and supervisors.

Impact on children and future work
Children growing up around SUD and trauma often experience Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This increases their own risk of developing SUD or mental health struggles later in life, which can affect their ability to work and stay employed as adults.

Stigma and isolation
Families affected by SUD may feel ashamed, hide what’s going on, or pull away from others. This isolation can cut them off from support, resources, and job opportunities that could help them stabilize.

The takeaway--SUD and trauma are not just “individual problems.” They affect families, workplaces, and whole communities. The good news is that with safe housing, recovery support, and trauma‑informed care, healing is possible.
If you or a loved one is struggling, you’re not alone. Recovery is real--and support is available.

04/02/2026

When families come to Amanda’s House, your support makes recovery and stability possible. Buy a Dave & Buster’s card from the link below--$20-- and enjoy fun while supporting a great cause. Share this post!

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04/02/2026

Check out Safe Families, they are one of the Community Partners that we work with!

Join us for one of our upcoming events across the State. A movement fueled by compassion. Keeping children safe and families together. Find Local Support Volunteer However you are called to support children and families, there is a place for you. Learn