Indy woman receives national Jefferson Award for creating a transitional housing program

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Indy woman receives national Jefferson Award for creating a transitional housing program
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INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis woman has been recognized nationally from the Jefferson Awards for Multiplying Good, which celebrates unsung heroes doing selfless work in our communities.The transitional housing program provided a safe space to land for children and young adults, who don't have their own place to call home. It serves young people between the ages of 17 and 22 who are homeless.

WRTV first introduced viewers to Hoosiers who were moved by the work, love and dedication of Shaffer in March. Previously, Shaffer was a case worker with an organization called Outreach, working with homeless high school students. But few each year receive the organization’s highest recognition, an award named for the former First Lady who launched the program to recognize those dedicated to public service.

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