Staff Share with Marisol Lozano
If you stop by the Share Fromhold Service Center, you will see a new face to greet you at the front desk: Marisol Lozano, Office Manager. Below, she shares a glimpse of what brought her to Share and how her actions put our mission to work each day.
I’ve always had a natural instinct to intervene when I see someone in need. I know that by offering support, I could make a difference in someone’s life.
This passion led me to pursue a degree in criminal justice, become a community intervention worker and work closely with at-risk youth and families. I look forward to the chance to contribute, make a positive impact and continue to help others in any way I can.
Like when a 20-year-old man walked into the office holding a car seat. He’d been sleeping in a tent with his 4-month-old son. Snow was predicted in the forecast; they needed shelter and baby formula.
My mind raced with all possible ways to help.
I guided him to the lobby phone to reach out to the Council for the Homeless to begin a housing assessment while I worked to gather additional resources. Being new to my role, I stopped nearly every staff member I could find, seeking guidance. One was Molly, who helps oversee the Winter Hospitality Overflow program, and we were able to secure shelter for the father and son that very night.
The next day, the young man returned and asked for guidance on where he could take his son for a check-up. I directed him to the Community Health Hub at PeaceHealth, provided a few baby outfits and a blanket and wished them well as they left.
I felt a deep sense of gratitude for the teamwork and compassion of everyone involved. I couldn’t help but feel awe and appreciation for how many people came together to help this family in need.
As I move forward in this new role, I look forward to the chance to contribute, make a positive impact and continue to help others in any way I can.
