By Beth Benner | Executive Director
“There are so many people out there lost, but they’re not throw away people. It makes people believe that they matter, ….whatever they go through, that something or someone out there cares. It’s an unfortunate situation when people are cast aside because they made mistakes or life has beat them down. And I believe that everyone needs a second chance…and it’s greatly appreciated by those of us that come here that really, genuinely wanted a second chance.” —Ronzi D, former WHC resident
There are no throw away people...
Ronzi said this in an interview last spring...
I think this phrase every day when I drive to work...
You show you believe this with your generous donations!
Ronzi came to Women’s Housing Coalition running away from a domestic abuse situation. She was homeless, angry, and hurting. In her mind, life had thrown her away, or as Ronzi said to me more recently, “Sometimes we throw ourselves away.” She had done just that.
Over time by working with a case manager, Ronzi became receptive to suggestions and started taking advantage of onsite workshops and programming that could help her deal with her anger. Programming designed to teach mindfulness and other techniques to deal with anxiety and stress helped Ronzi learn to breathe and take a moment before reacting angrily. Living in a supportive community helped Ronzi move past her negativity and deal with her anxiety, as well as, gain other skills she needed to stay housed.
Stable housing like ours allows people the chance to make mistakes as they become active participants again in our Baltimore community. Your generosity allows us to provide that stability. Because of supporters like you, Ronzi left WHC as a stronger, happier version of herself - better equipped to love herself, take care of herself, and not allow life to throw her away ever again. Stable housing becomes the base from which people work on mental health, addiction, PTSD, depression, and bodies that have been beaten up by poor nutrition and living on the streets. A stable roof allows their children to go to school and have a future. A stable home allows them to rebuild and nurture themselves and their families.
WHC ensures they have that roof over their heads so each resident has a chance to work on their future. Your generosity allows us to treat each resident as an individual with unique issues, hopes and dreams. As a result, we are able to craft our support offerings around their needs. We provide that stable roof and supportive programming such as wellness workshops, individual financial training, parenting classes, art therapy, job coaching, and more. Each dollar you give helps us ensure that there are no throw away people.
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