“Saint John’s taught me to never give up on life. The hope everyone gives you as they share their story, give their advice – it brightens that spark you lost.”
For years, Emily lived on other people’s couches, battling a vicious drug addiction. Her wake-up call came when Child Protective Services took her children away. That’s when she turned to Saint John’s. She maintained her sobriety and became the first graduate of the employment training program at First Steps Child Development Center. Shortly afterward, Emily accepted a paid position with First Steps. She has since risen to Assistant Director of the program, and is well on her way to earning a degree in Early Childhood Education. Today, Emily is independent, and can truly provide for her children in a way she never could before.
Click here to see all the ways you can get involved at Saint John’s
Responses