Stories of Impact
From the mesas of New Mexico to the coastal areas of the Gulf and everywhere in between, MCH Family Outreach offices are impacting communities through transformational services and support to children and families.
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From the mesas of New Mexico to the coastal areas of the Gulf and everywhere in between, MCH Family Outreach offices are impacting communities through transformational services and support to children and families.
Luis always wanted to go to college but he wasn’t sure it would be possible. Now, the 19-year-old first-generation college student is preparing for his next step in life.
A conversation with Leona, a captivating 25-year-old, is full of inspiration and sprinkled with many life lessons.
Congratulations to our Transition Services and UT Charter School graduates!
Kaden almost glows when he begins talking about his studies and aspirations for the future. It is with good reason; he has a great deal to be excited about. Discussing his path to becoming a college student supported by the Independent Living program (ILP) at Methodist Children’s Home, the 22-year-old takes on another look – one of deep thankfulness.
Ashley has a bright smile, a twinkle in her eye, self-confidence about her future, and a heart filled with gratitude. She remembers the day she came to Methodist Children’s Home with precision. “I was 13 years old when I arrived at the Perkins Home,” she said. “All the girls were at Wednesday night church, so it was quiet in the house. When the girls returned, several made their way to my room and helped me unpack and get settled.
Vanessa is a bright young woman with a magnetic smile and infectious laugh. She admits she didn’t always share her big personality confidently. Her journey has been far from easy, but the 24-year-old is beginning to flourish as a young adult.
Congratulations to our Transition Services and UT Charter School graduates!
The day before Methodist Children’s Home became Malcolm’s new home, he had a sleepless night, worried he might miss his admissions appointment the next morning. Accountability and punctuality were values his military father instilled in him at an early age and would be what he relied on as he navigated the path that led him to MCH.
Building bridges did not always come naturally for Hawa. After struggling to form secure attachments with caregivers, Hawa made the personal decision at age 13 to come to Methodist Children’s Home and learn how to build connections and reach her potential. In 2012, she moved to the Waco campus where her journey began.
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