“Before Highfields I noticed my 8 year old daughter was becoming violent and defiant for seemingly no reason,” said Taneekia, former Highfields’ Community Services Outpatient client. “One day in particular,…
Tag: Success Stories
Being a Mother First
There is a special bond between a mother and her children. For Charlene, becoming a mother was the greatest gift, though it was becoming more challenging than she anticipated. “My…
“Protecting My Family”
Mary* was trying to balance the stress of her job as a traveling hospice aid while parenting her four children with her ex-husband, all while eight months pregnant. As if…
Making a Vow
First comes love, and then comes marriage, a house, and kids… it’s a tale as old as time. Jenny* and her husband followed these steps and were hopeful for their…
Asking for Help
Tina* was being abused by her husband for years. She trained her mind to find ways to avoid making him upset in the hope that it would protect her and…
Searching for Safety
Being a parent can be both rewarding and terrifying, especially at 17 years old. For James*, it meant stepping up and providing for his family. James was struggling to balance…
Thinking Outside the Box
Every year Highfields’ Reaching Higher after school program provides kids with the chance to have a summer camp experience. Although many camps have closed, it’s given staff the opportunity to…
Follow the Leader
Jonathan became friends with people who influenced his actions in a negative way. He committed crimes such as breaking and entering, larceny, and concealing stolen vehicles. After he was caught…
Fighting for a Better Life
Angel and his family moved 2,000 miles away, from Honduras to the United States, to escape the violent cultural unrest and find a better life. For the past 5 years,…
Learning to Trust
When Luis* and his family moved from Mexico to the United States, he had a difficult time transitioning. Luis struggled with change, especially in a new environment…