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When Enough was Enough: Terry’s Story

When Enough was Enough: Terry’s Story

Terry’s story with addiction began when he was 15 years old. “My parents got married and divorced three times to each other. I started working in the bar and restaurant business when I was 15…
Now, I am Refreshed: Ginger’s Story

Now, I am Refreshed: Ginger’s Story

Ginger never imagined that one day she would have to come to a rescue mission. When Ginger was in college her brother committed suicide. He had struggled with mental illness and his death devastated her…
The Gift of a Second Chance: Jerry’s Story

The Gift of a Second Chance: Jerry’s Story

If you have followed the Mission for any length of time, you have probably seen Jerry’s face. Jerry came to the Mission in 2015 suffering with major depression.  Jerry’s depression was first triggered by the…
Now, I am a New Person: Johnny’s Story

Now, I am a New Person: Johnny’s Story

Johnny’s parents separated when he was 10 years old. From that point on, Johnny started doing “his own things” and found himself getting into more and more trouble. “I didn’t want to go to school…
Changing Our Cities One Life at a Time: The Legacy of Greg Ross

Changing Our Cities One Life at a Time: The Legacy of Greg Ross

If you have followed the Mission over the years, you have heard that we are changing our cities one life at a time. For us, this is more than a tagline. This is the heart…