Success Stories
Youth are resilient. At YES, we see many people from diverse backgrounds. All of them are struggling, but many come out ok. Here are some stories of youth and families who made it through to the other side of their troubles.
Another Diploma Earned in YES’ Alternative Classroom
(By Karen Scott, Classroom Support Worker) The Carriage House alternative classroom continues to offer a variety of individualized programming for…
Learning to Live Independently
The YES Shelter facility offers temporary housing to youth and families aged 16-24. Learning to live independently is often a…
Tammy’s Story
“Today I’m clean, we have a roof over our head and I am happier than I have ever been.” The…
Jamie’s Story
Jamie arrived at the shelter homeless and evidently vulnerable and confused. He had been panhandling and wandering the streets. Jamie’s…
Connor’s Story
“People may think living at a shelter is rock bottom, but if you push yourself to do better and accept…