New transitional housing center a ‘chance to change quality of life’ for homeless - Gainesville Times

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New transitional housing center a ‘chance to change quality of life’ for homeless

Jerry Deyton, left, pastor and operator of a day center for the homeless in Gainesville called The Way, speaks with Doug Hanson, advocate for chronically homeless men. - photo by Joshua Silavent

10302017 Homeless New 2.jpg — Jerry Deyton, left, pastor and operator of a day center for the homeless in Gainesville called The Way, speaks with Doug Hanson, advocate for chronically homeless men. - photo by Joshua Silavent

A diamond ring turned into cash. A $20 bill from a restaurant worker whose eyes were filled with tears. Both are examples of donations given to Doug Hanson for the North Georgia Works program to help the homeless.