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Our Story

Neshama, pronounced “nesh-ah-ma” is used in the Hebrew biblical story of creation when God created humanity. It was first a lifeless form until the breath of life was breathed into that form to create what we now know as humanity. The word Neshama is used to describe “the breath of life” or “the act of breathing life” into another. The agency participates in this “breath of life” for those served by journeying with individuals through housing and services. Out of this belief, “the experience of life”, or “The Experience of Neshama” was founded.

Social Services is a lost art. We believe social services should be delivered with heart, expertise, and joy. At The Experience of Neshama, we do just that. We chose housing as our area of expertise because we believe it is a foundational piece of pursuing your dreams.

Our Core Beliefs

Community

An interdependent network

Justice

Capacity to move forward

Hope

To believe in possibility

Grace

To trust in second chances

Joy

The journey should be full of laughter

Our Mission

To be a catalyst of change by journeying side by side with individuals as they encounter new opportunities through housing

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Our Vision

Anyone and Everyone will have the opportunity to experience hope in housing

Secure housing

Meet Our Team

The Experience of Neshama team is dedicated to helping our clients attain and maintain housing. Our team works with you as well as being on call 24/7 for any housing needs. 

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Ryan

President

Ryan founded The Experience of Neshama in 2015. His goal was to help individuals by journeying side by side with them to pursue their dreams and stable housing. 

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Ervena

Housing Stabilization Lead

Ervena has been with The Experience of Neshama since 2020. Her passion is helping others in her community, serving in her churchs leadership and her grandchildren. 

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Ethel

Housing Advocate

Ethel joined Neshama in 2023 after serving in many different roles both formally through her employment and informally in her community. Ethel believes in making our voices heard through the way we vote. 

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Paul

Housing Advocate

Paul has been with The Experience of Neshama since 2019. He is passionate about his family, his faith and serving those around him to live their best lives. 

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Susie

Accountant

Susie has been with The Experience of Neshama since 2019. Her passion lies in her community and her family by serving in many different roles. 

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Halwa

Housing Advocate 

Halwa joined in 2023 to bring the change she wants to see in her community. 

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Shoua

Housing Advocate

Shoua joined in 2023 bringing her expertise in family health and wellness. 

Contact Us

1 West Water St Suite #220

St. Paul, Minnesota 55107

Phone: 651-417-9112

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