By Intake & Resident specialist Holly Gardner
It is an honor to participate in screening a family, accept them in to the program and watch them get their plans firmed up and take care of their business while they are here. Ms C was one of those you just get a good feeling about. She had unwavering eye contact and advocated for herself and her baby son in such a refreshing way. Her spirit was good and she had energy, all great things to bring to the program and share with staff.
This young lady worked on her barriers, obtained employment (and better employment) followed up with her housing plans and obtained housing while she was here. She made and kept her appointments with staff and kept everyone informed of important changes. At no point did I see negativity or doubt creep in. She was determined to utilize this program to better her situation and she did just that.
For being a petite lady she has a way of bursting in the door when she comes to our office like a great big, busy woman. After her appointments she bursts out as well, often times its her little son closing the door behind them. She is a beautiful, determined young lady and I know I speak for the rest of program staff when I say, this young lady came in and went out like a force of nature, she showed (herself) she can open doors and surely with the confidence she has gained more will be opened to her. While she was here, blessing us and working the program it was a privilege to give her a little wind beneath her wings.
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