Unsung heroes: In praise of Blanchet House moms
An oral history of the behind-the-scenes work of mothers to sustain the Blanchet House of Hospitality and serve those in need Women bake pies in the 1950s to support the work of Blanchet House of Hospitality in Portland. Though founded by nine men, the ministry has relied on wives and mothers. (Courtesy Blanchet House)
By Julie Showers, For the Catholic Sentinel 5/8/2021 5:47 PM
select Terry and Jim OâHanlon welcome a newborn in 1952, the year Jim helped start Blanchet House. Mothers and wives have played a crucial role in the ministry over the years. (Courtesy Blanchet House)
Ill and on the streets As homelessness increases, so too does the need for compassionate medical care; Catholic agencies and individuals are stepping up to help Walter, homeless off and on for years, rests in the Hollywood District of Northeast Portland April 16. âEveryone on the street has a medical condition, itâs just a matter of degree,â said the 60-year-old. âI have skin and digestive difficulties. Some have cancer.â (Katie Scott/Catholic Sentinel)
select University of Portland nursing student Crystal Moran administers a flu shot to a homeless woman last fall outside Blanchet House. Emily Harrington and members of the U.P. nursing program staff a new medical clinic at the Portland nonprofit. (Courtesy Blanchet House)