Testimonials

Angela F. fell on hard times but she didn’t want to ask for help. Lacking a support system and experiencing mental health issues, she ultimately became homeless and lived in…

Tony B. turned to drugs and alcohol at a young age to numb the physical and emotional turmoil of an abusive upbringing. After dropping out of high school, he signed…

Calvin B. lost everything as a result of alcohol addiction. But after a life-threatening incident, he got help at CaringWorks’ Hope House. Calvin shares about his experience being homeless, and…

  Genevieve M. grew up in New Orleans where she was surrounded by the arts. At an early age she developed a passion for arts, crafts and painting. “I always…

  Andre H. was only 16 years old when he was kicked out of his home. He tried anything he could to escape being homeless, including moving to Texas with…

  At just 15 years old, Martha M. ran away from home. By age 17, she was addicted to drugs. Years later and after a life-changing diagnosis, Martha decided to…

Several years ago, Deanna D. made the difficult and brave decision to leave a toxic relationship and break a cycle of substance abuse. A single mother to two girls, Deanna…

After a troubled past, including several run-ins with the law, Ray S. is grateful for the support he’s receiving through CaringWorks. “Things are turning around for me now since I’m…

Although Connie W. grew up in close-knit loving family, she didn’t feel like she fit in. “I always felt like an outcast,” she said. The oldest of eight siblings, Connie…