A Retreat and Refuge
Jaclyn left her abusive partner when he started directing the abuse toward their children. She was able to provide a stable environment for her children until she was laid off […]
Back to Normal
“N’s” family was referred to us by Ruby’s Place, a shelter for women and children escaping domestic violence. “N’s” husband began abusing her after he became addicted to drugs. The abuse made […]
From Floor To Ceiling
FROM FLOOR TO CEILING Ginna is 28-years-old single mother with two children, Genesis age 2 and Jessiah age 3. Ginna started dating her children’s father 8 years ago. In the beginning he was […]
Alicia’s Fresh Start in California
Alicia’s home with her teenage son Ahmarik and daughters Dani and Maya. They recently moved to California to escape an unsafe domestic situation in Louisiana. Alicia, an inspiring figure, holds […]
Filling Hearts With Hope
Regina and her children—16-year-old Rennan, 11-year-old Marina, and baby Samuel—escaped an abusive relationship in another state, returning to California with only their clothes. Feeling alone and afraid, Regina commutes to […]
Overcoming Homelessness and Building Stability
Mr. Jackson, 56, is a single father to four children: Samuel Jr. (16), Joseph (14), Crystal (11), and Marcus (9). After years of homelessness and shelter stays, Operation Dignity helped […]
Fuel for Life
The Barron* family has faced hardship, health issues, and homelessness. It’s a multi-generational household with Grandma Pat*, Teresa*, the mother, four children, and a great-grandchild living together. With two family […]
“I’M NEVER LEAVING MY ROOM EVER!”
This is what Tyrone said when he saw his room for the first time last Saturday. Jumping up and down and throwing himself on the bed. Pure joy, delivered in […]
Betty’s Fresh Start: Rebuilding After Domestic Violence
Betty has three boys aged 6, 10, and 12. After living in an abandoned home for over a month, they found refuge at Ruby’s Place, a shelter for women escaping […]
Head-Royce School Gathering
Samira and her family spent over a year in a shelter after fleeing domestic violence. She, a preschool teacher, needed support furnishing her first home. After navigating the legal system, […]