“Michael” was born into a world of trauma and chaos, with much of his early years being surrounded by unpredictability and inconsistency. He lived in a home with parents who struggled with substance use; resulting in his being neglected and not receiving the love, nurturing, and attention needed at his young age. At two years […]
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Valerie entered Home Start’s First 5 First Steps Program when she was 18 years old and pregnant, living in a maternity home and newly out of high school. She was alone with no support. After being referred to Home Start by a case worker who helped her get on her feet, Valerie made a commitment
Luciana is the mother to a sweet 9-month-old daughter who was referred by Child Welfare Services to Home Start’s Family Visitation Program. Luciana has faced many struggles, including substance abuse. Ever since participating in Home Start’s Family Visitation Program, her interactions and parenting techniques with her daughter have immensely improved. She attends Child and Family
Justin began working with Home Start’s Community Services for Families In-home Parenting Program after his two boys, Junior and AJ, were removed from their mother’s home. The boys had been living in a home surrounded by substance abuse, disrepair, and the selling of illegal substances. Justin was unaware of the conditions his two boys were
Home Start’s Bright Futures Candles employee “Chandra” grew up in the foster system. Throughout her childhood, she would have to jump from one foster home to another. After turning 18, Chandra was able to utilize transitional housing. However, she was unfortunately kicked out of her transitional housing program. This is when she was connected with
