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Creating connections, cultivating skills, and opening doors of opportunity. A place of hope.

11/06/2026

OUR NEWEST HOUSING GRADUATE! Gavin showed up ready to work. He found employment, stayed focused on his goals, and was even recognized as "Employee of the Week" at his job.

He knew what he wanted to accomplish, and he got after it.

As every housing graduate does, Gavin added his name to the back of our housing sign before moving forward. Most people will never see those signatures. But the men who come after him will. Every name is a reminder that someone else took the steps, did the work, and built a new life.

And they can too.

Congratulations, Gavin. We’re proud of you!

11/05/2026

BETTER TOGETHER: Yesterday, we welcomed James Thompson, the new Executive Director of Fresh Start Inc in Junction City, to our staff meeting.

It didn’t take long to recognize a kindred spirit.

James brings significant experience to his new role and shares the same heart we do for helping people overcome adversity and find a path forward. Fresh Start provides an overnight emergency shelter, seasonal warming shelter, and case management for neighbors in need.

During our conversation, James said it simply:

“Our mission is to bring HOPE to our community.”

That’s something we can get behind.

We exchanged numbers, shared ideas, and left encouraged about ways Be Able and Fresh Start can work together in the future. Welcome to the role, James! We’re grateful to have another strong partner nearby.

11/04/2026

“I don’t use a lot of words, so I let my actions speak for themselves.”

That’s Gary.

We’re excited to share that Gary (pictured left) has stepped into the role of peer mentor in our men’s housing program!

Peer mentors are part of the secret sauce of Be Able Housing. They set the example, encourage the men around them, and show what it looks like to keep taking the next right step.

Gary said this role will challenge him personally, and he knows he still has plenty to learn. But as Scott told him: “We believe in you, and we need you in this role.”

We’re proud of you, Gary!

11/03/2026

When business is slow, generosity doesn’t have to be!

The weather may have slowed things down for Tyrice and Low & Slow Express today, but that didn’t stop him from being a huge blessing to Be Able. Tyrice showed up with ribs, beans, and rice for our neighbors and staff, and it was phenomenal.

Since Low & Slow Express is just getting started, we’d love to return the favor with a shoutout. Look for Tyrice and his food truck at the Blue Hills Shopping Center over lunch, grab some great food, and tell him Be Able sent you.

Thanks for taking care of us today, Tyrice!

10/29/2026

SOCKTOBER! A huge thank you to the ladies of Sedalia Community Church for showing up with 257 pairs of socks for our neighbors. They’ve been coordinating donation drives throughout the year, and this month’s mission was socks.

Scott had the chance to visit their women’s group a few months ago and came away encouraged by their curiosity, generosity, and heart to serve.

If you’d like to help with our next round of needs, we’re now collecting cool-weather items only:

Gloves, hats, coats, underwear, jeans, hoodies, and sweatshirts.

Thank you, Sedalia Community Church, for continuing to care so well for our neighbors!

10/26/2026

Exciting stuff!

Be Able plans upgrades to improve accessibility and services
👇Link in the comments👇

10/26/2026

A big shoutout to the youth group for helping stock our laundry facility!

From laundry and hygiene essentials to cleaning supplies and a few comforts that make a space feel more welcoming, these donations help us care for our neighbors in practical ways.

Thank you for showing up for our community!

10/23/2026

We loved having the Mobile DMV team here and helping our neighbors take an important step forward.

If you missed them this time, don't worry!
They'll be back on Monday, November 23!

Use the link below to reserve your spot early!

https://tinyurl.com/November-DMV

10/21/2026

COMING TO LIFE: Mia is holding a rendering of what will become the new Be Able Works Academy classroom.

Right now, this space is still a storage area. Soon, we hope it becomes a place where neighbors build workforce skills, confidence, consistency, and long-term stability.

We’re working to finish fundraising this year and begin construction early next year.

Because this project is about more than improving a building. It’s about creating space for people to grow!

10/19/2026

MEN HELPING MEN... That’s what The Guardians are all about.

For years, they’ve partnered with Be Able because they want to see men employed, housed, pursuing sobriety, caring for their families, and building better lives.

What we especially appreciate is that they understand how much practical barriers matter. Sometimes moving forward starts with something as simple as a birth certificate, an ID, a car repair, or help getting to the next appointment.

Remove the barrier, and the next step becomes possible.

We’re grateful The Guardians took time today to learn more about our housing program and how they can best support men in recovery. We’re blessed by their partnership.

Address

431 S. 5th Street
Manhattan, KS
66502

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm
Saturday	8am - 1pm

Telephone

+17857751205

Website

https://beablecommunity.com/

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