At Daystar Life, support goes far beyond handing out food or resources—it’s about creating an experience that feels like home. From the moment a family walks through our doors, we want them to feel welcomed, seen, and cared for.
We know that families don’t just need help—they need hope, dignity, and a space where they can breathe. That’s why we take a holistic approach, offering not only basic necessities but also emotional support, compassion, and community connection.
A beautiful example of this approach is Little Bites of Hope, our dedicated room for children. While caregivers receive services, kids can relax in a safe, nurturing environment filled with healthy snacks, crafts, and storytime. It’s a small space with a big purpose—designed to remind families that they matter.
A child’s smile during storytime or the calm that comes from having a snack and a quiet space to play—these are the moments that make Daystar different. We believe that even small gestures can carry deep meaning, especially for families going through hard times.
Because when care is offered with dignity, and support is wrapped in kindness, it creates something powerful: a place that doesn’t just meet needs, but feels like home.
At Daystar Life, we’re proud to be that place.

Car Credit and Daystar Raise Their Hands to Help
Daystar Life Center is a strategic partner of Nuevo en US (www.nuevoenus.org), an organization whose mission is to support immigrants and the nonprofits that serve them. Both Nuevo en US and Daystar are deeply grateful to Car Credit (www.carcredittampa.com) and its owner, Steve Cuculich, for supporting their efforts to educate and empower individuals who are struggling to meet their basic needs.
Heide Cornell, Executive Director of Daystar, takes pride in the wide range of services her organization offers. “There is no one-size-fits-all solution for individuals and families,” she explains. “At Daystar, we create Individualized Assistance Plans and walk alongside our neighbors on their path to stability.”