Bishops' Storehouse and Home Storage Center — Local services in Lindon

When unemployed then underemployed, I got help from family first, then went to the bishop for help second, which we are told to do. Both helped us some for several months. The Elder's quorum president had me visit his home and we went over the order form, filling it out and submitting it for the bishop's approval. It was approved, which it seemingly always is, and so we went to the Lindon storehouse. They went down the list like it was a shopping list, and I loaded the grocery cart with those items. We then thanked them and left. Anyone can get help. It does not matter if you are a member of the church or not. They do have you follow the same steps I did:

1. Do what you can to help yourself (work as able, budget, and cut spending on entertainment and eatting out.)
2. Ask family for help. Even if they cannot help, it is ok. Often though, they need to know you need help, and can help in some way.
3. Ask the bishop for help after doing steps 1 and 2. He sometimes helps with getting education, a job, rent, food, mental and emotional health referals, or other things depending on individual needs and available resources. He has other people he can refer you to, such as sending you to a counselor and paying for a few visits.
4. Get the food order filled out, it is approved, and go pick it up. The place is open mostly during business hours, Monday to Thursday, and Saturday morning. It is also open later 2...

This ace has saved my life on more than 1 occasion. Unlike other pantries and such, the food is always fresh. There is nothing anywhere near out of date or ready to expire. They have a big selection of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as hygiene items for men and women, baby supplies and more. During the current pandemic, the volunteers shop for you instead of going through the isles yourself so that the least amount of different people handle your items, but they're alway contentious of the choices you've made regarding the selections you'd prefer. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Chriat of Latter-day Saints and I have had the opportunity to not only receive of this service, but I've also volunteered here. Its an amazing thing the church does here. There is give and take in all things, and this includes food. Times are tough right now. On a lot of people. I know of people who think you have to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints to be able to come here and im not sure if thats true. What I do know is that people (including volunteers) come and go from here all day long and every single one has a smile on their face. Those who receive,, and those who give.. Sometimes, when things are tough, thats what you need anyway. A smile and a little compassion. Food doesn't hurt tho either lol so 5 stars for the...

It's admirable how members of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints fast once a month and donate what they would have spent in food or more in order to help others in need through the Bishop's storehouse. What's also admirable is that people who receive help are expected to give some kind of work or service in return, even if it's not proportionate to the amount of help they receive. This makes it so that it's not just a handout but it teaches people the principle of work and gratitude and it keeps people from becoming entitled to receiving...