Growing Community at The Lyndia

Community is in bloom at The Lyndia, Pine Street’s largest residence in Jamaica Plain. Tenants and staff have worked together on a community garden to connect with nature and the neighborhood. "A lot like the garden, our community has been growing," says Christian Petit-Frere, case manager.

Norman, a tenant at The Lyndia, enjoys his role as one of the garden’s caretakers. "This has been a great opportunity for everybody," he shares. "My favorite part is looking at the process over time and how long it takes to grow." 

When it is time to harvest, residents will share fresh tomatoes, zucchini, peppers and herbs. "Every seed that’s been planted has grown," says Norman. "We’re so fortunate to have this time to extend ourselves and our hand in nature."

Watch the full garden tour on Pine Street's Instagram.

Honoring World Humanitarian Day

Today is World Humanitarian Day, a time to highlight and honor humanitarian workers’ efforts to help people affected by crises in our communities and around the world. 

The homelessness crisis presents multiple challenges, and Pine Street Inn continues its focus on innovative and data-driven solutions. Nearly 700 employees are committed to working with shelter guests, tenants, trainees and outreach clients to help them rebuild their lives.

Amanda Procter, Pine Street’s clinical supervisor for veterans outreach, reflects on her role in supporting homeless veterans living on the street access life-changing services. "I meet people during the worst time of their lives," Amanda explains. "I show people the love and care that they may never have experienced. People will always remember how you made them feel."

For Amanda, treating people with compassion is essential to help them overcome the challenges they face. On World Humanitarian Day, Pine Street thanks our community of staff, supporters and partners for their compassion as we work to end homelessness.