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Daily Hearld, June 21, 2008

With prices for gasoline, food, utilities and other essentials going through the roof these days, it's easy to keep your wallet in your pocket when someone asks for a donation. But the tight economy has resulted in cuts in local, state and federal funding for social service agencies designed to help people who have fallen on tough times. PADS Crisis Services Inc., Lake County's homeless shelter, is one of those in need. The truth is PADS may be in demand more than ever because those skyrocketing costs of living, coupled with foreclosures and job cuts, have left many people without homes. During the past year, PADS has provided nearly 25,000 nights of emergency shelter, and more than 327,000 meals. State Sen. Susan Garrett of Lake Forest is leading an effort to raise $350,000 from public and private sources. We ask that you give when they come calling.