Stories of Goodness

A Journey of Faith, Family, and Goodness

We would like to honor and recognize the dedication and tireless efforts of family caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month.  Carol Leach is a compassionate caregiver to her husband, Larry.  Their faith in "God's Got This" carried them through a life-altering experience and we are happy to be a part of their story.

Puente Family Update

Dave and his wife Lori graced Goodness Village's doors in 2021. His battle against Multiple Myeloma began in 2008 after a terrible incident, setting the stage for an extraordinary journey of courage and healing.

The Power of Positivity & Prayer

The power of positivity and prayer is truly tangible within the walls of Goodness Village!  Recently, we had the honor of delivering personalized prayer cards crafted by the children who attended Vacation Bible School at St. James UMC to the Steele family, who are currently in our apartments while Laura receives treatment for Multiple Myeloma.

The Gregory Family

In October 2022, just a month after celebrating her 2nd birthday, Kohen Gregory was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. Since then, she has been undergoing treatment at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. During their time in Little Rock, the Gregory family stayed in a Goodness Village apartment at the Park Avenue Lofts location.

Alvarez Family

The Alveraz Family found a place to rest and recover while their son Hugo received treatment. Having a home base with a kitchen, bedrooms, and space for the family makes all the difference when the family has to stay for an extended period of time.

The Jacksons Face Flooding

Imagine being away from home, receiving medical treatment in another state. Missing your family and feeling weak, just trying to make it through the day. And then, the unexpected happens... On Christmas Eve, Executive Director Kim Burket received a call from Tannda Jackson and her husband, Steve. They…