Welcome to House of Joy!
 I'm so thrilled that you took time out of your busy schedule to visit with us today. Before you continue on the site I have a few questions for you, is that ok? Great! Did you know that the average person is just one or two pay checks away from being homeless?
Now, did you know that there is no emergency homeless shelter in Norcross?
Yes I know it’s shocking and sad, but very true. Norcross, a central and rapidly growing city in Gwinnett County, which is one of Georgia’s fastest growing and vibrant areas, has no venue or mechanism through which to serve homeless
women and children in crisis. Establishing an emergency homeless shelter in Norcross is a critical need for this community and surrounding areas, especially now, while we are in the midst of the nations worst economic decline in 26 years. The House of Joy will be that shelter! We have already identified a property in an ideal location that already has the current required zoning in place. We also have a team of volunteers to do the renovations that will allow us to serve 30 women and children for an average stay of ninety (90) days.
I know that many visitors to this site are here because they are compassionate and caring people who want to make a difference in their community by reaching out to the homeless with empathy, respect and dignity. Together, we can be a ray of hope in a family’s darkest hour of need, to make a crucial and sometimes life or death difference. Thanking you in advance for your time, interest and future support.
Sincerely,
Bobbi Pack
Founder and President |
Upcoming Events
For details on any of our upcoming events, please call 404-513-5683.
 Join us at IHop on Jimmy Carter in Norcross for our Monthly Breakfast & Family Nights. [Get Directions]
Monthly Breakfast - Come for fellowship, get refreshed, inspired and restored.
RSVP Only - Call for details!
Family Night - Join us for food, fun and fellowship - your choice of breakfast, lunch or supper.10% of all of the proceeds will go toward the House of Joy and our ministry's community outreach efforts.
June 28 from 5-8pm - Call for details!
Mission S&S
Starting in August, we will meet our guests at their point of need through weekly support groups and our monthly seminars with unconditional love and respect. Call for details! Meetings will be held at the Lucky Shoals Community Center on Britt Road in Norcross. [Get Directions]
Upcoming Community Outreach Efforts:
"This is your Day!" is our once a month birthday party for parents and children from homeless and at risk families. We will feature Cuz the Clown and Bill Moon - professional storyteller, as well as special scheduled visits to Chuncky Cheese. Locations may vary for this event. Begins Wednesday, July 11th. Call for details.
"B&B Project" - Barber and Beauty Day
This is a great opportunity for homeless and at risk individuals and families to get their hair cut; a shave,shampoo and style to boost their self esteem and confidence. Begins Wednesday, June 27th. Call for details! |
