“Rebekah started going through a very difficult time when she was a teenager five years ago. Her father and I had divorced. I was working and not home as much with the…
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Crystal sees positive changes in son Javon
“Reaching Higher has made a significant difference in my son’s life. Javon has become more social, active, and confident. Before Reaching Higher, Javon never really had friends. He was bullied at school…
One Year to Live
Imagine you were told your child only had one year to live? What would you do? Who would you turn to? Here’s Jessica’s story… A Terrifying Diagnosis It all…
Parenting 101
You helped bring a family together! A New Chapter After twelve years together, Brian and his husband, Raymond, decided to start a family. Neither of them had any experience…
Family Finds Peace
Vernia and James were tired of arguing with their kids. It was time to try something different. Thanks to your support of Highfields, they found a solution that works for…
Rock Bottom to Recovery
The opioid epidemic is gripping our nation. More than two million Americans have become dependent or abused prescription pain pills and street drugs. Amanda didn’t want to become another statistic.…
“I see myself in these kids.”
Chris Simpson lost his way a few times growing up. As a child he tended to get into trouble and hang around bad influences. After high school he didn’t…
Herbie Moves On
After six months of hard work, 16-year-old Herbie finally graduated from Highfields’ Residential Program in June. “I thought it was too good to be true,” said Herbie. “I felt…
The Sky’s the Limit for Kamren
Thirteen-year-old Kamren was struggling when she joined Highfields’ after school program, Reaching Higher. She was in 6th grade at Springport Middle School and her grades were bad, she didn’t…
Aidan and Isis Went to Camp!
At just 3 years old, Aidan exhibited mental health issues that affected his speech, behavior, and development. Now age 7, he is diagnosed with Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, a…