Helping Gail Get Back on the Road

When an ice storm caused a large tree to fall on Gail’s car, it left her without transportation and facing an overwhelming setback. She didn’t have insurance coverage on the vehicle and had already been trying to save for major repairs—repairs that were no longer possible. Suddenly, getting to work and essential appointments became a daily challenge.

Through Barrier Removal Employment Success (BRES) funding, Michigan Works! was able to step in and help. The program covered Gail’s first truck loan payment and her first month of car insurance, giving her the stability she needed to get back on her feet. With reliable transportation again, Gail can focus on moving forward instead of worrying about how to get where she needs to go.

Gail was incredibly grateful, expressing how much this support meant after relying on friends for rides for weeks. Regaining her independence has been empowering, and she’s committed to staying current on her payments and maintaining her insurance—because, as she put it, “you never know what may happen in the future.”