You Were There and Made a Difference

You were there...

when Robert, age 8, and profoundly deaf, said, “I now have a forever family who can communicate with me and love me just as I am. Thanks to Southern Christian Services” [for Children and Youth in Jackson, Mississippi].

You were there…

After “Bobbie” attempted killing her beloved dog and taking her own live.  She woke three days later with her dog licking her face.  A social service agency called Christian Manor in West Palm Beach, FL.

Bobbi is now a resident of this affordable housing center for seniors.  Daily she is in the halls with her bubbly personality, her make-up and clothing impeccable and spreading positive energy to other residents and staff.

Yes, there are many persons with very limited income in West Palm Beach!

You were there…

William's fondest wish was to live in an apartment of his own.  After 15+ years of restricted residential care facility living due to a severe epileptic condition, William's dream came true (more than 3 years ago).  Through Serra Center's supported living services, William obtained a unit in a HUD subsidized apartment complex in Fremont, California.  He chose a roommate; they enjoy living together.  He has a team of caring support staff who provide him with 24-hour care and are committed to helping William achieve maximum independence.  William works 5 days a week, deposits his paychecks into his personal checking account, is learning how to use public transportation, and enjoys taking walks independently to his neighborhood 7-11 store.  When asked what he likes best about living in his own apartment, William responds, “I'm the boss!"

You were there...

When Michael, age 11, gained this insight; “I learned that what happened to me wasn’t my fault, since I’ve been at Tennyson Center for Children” [at Colorado Christian Home in Denver].