Women and Their Families are SAFE in Desperate Times
98% of participating families obtained their goal of moving into their own home
63 families with 122 children developed skills and gained confidence in a safe place to grow
187 individuals were safely housed, had access to life skills workshops and received support to overcome their destitute situation
122 victims of violence received personal counseling and life-changing intervention
YWCA Delaware owns and operates Home-Life Management Center (HLMC) to assist homeless families. This safe haven provides the structure and encouragement needed for family members to become self-sufficient. Here they improve employment and housekeeping skills while learning to plan for the needs of their families through positive behavior management.
This was the case for Tommeca, who was a victim of violent abuse and threats on her life. "Initially, I was in such a dark place, but I started to come around and attended counseling and classes to help me re-connect. I participated in custodial and culinary training which lead to me earning a scholarship and eventually a full-time job. At the same time, YWCA also encouraged me to apply for housing. My life has changed so much in such a short period of time."
Now, Tommeca's children are much happier and safer, living in a nice home, playing games, cooking together and enjoying movie nights. "I'm gainfully employed and most importantly, I found peace of mind, happiness and am starting to enjoy life again."
