Success Stories

Many of the thousands of children served by The Home go on to find wonderful futures and many parents who come to us seeking a child find it was the best decision they have ever made. Below are some of our stories about real change, real dedication, real hope - and real people.

Brett

A Life Transformed
“It’s really kind of a journey of self discipline and appreciation because I appreciate life a lot more than I did when I was a kid."

- Brett, youth served by The Home's Roxbury House Program

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Nicole

Beating the Odds
“If it hadn’t been for the support and relationships I developed through ASCL and The Home, I wouldn’t be where I am today."

- Nicole, youth served by The Home's Academic Support for College and Life Program

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Sherri

Breaking the Cycle
“I am not supposed to be the person I am today—and without The Home to give me a solid base, I wouldn’t be."

- Sherri Raftery, alumna of The Home

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Liz & Mikayla

The Perfect Match
“One of the reasons I wanted to adopt an older child was so she could easily join in activities that I enjoy."

- Liz True, adoptive parent

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Amy

Conquering the Past
"We worked with Amy to build a trusting relationship with us."

- Safe-at-Home staff member

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Scott & Joey Ullrich

Just the Two of Us
"I’d heard that after the age of 10 a child becomes unadoptable. I was stunned by this statement and my adoption of Joey is proof that this is not the case.”

- Scott Ullrich, adoptive parent

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Luis Rodriguez

Steps to Freedom
"It's like having a second family who have stayed with me through hard times. They pull me through."

- Luis Rodriguez, youth served by The Home's Therapeutic After School Program

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