Pauline: The importance of being heard
2023 was the hardest year of Pauline’s life. A business owner and mother to five beautiful children, after losing her younger brother to mental health struggles and herself suffering from domestic violence, Pauline’s mental health deteriorated significantly. “I had a business, I was raising five kids, I had a home…I had it all.” “[But] by […]
Tarina: Connected in community
“YFS are like family. They’re a big support to me. They care.”
Tammy: Steadfast support
“They are very good people. They have good hearts.”
Cheryl: Opening new doors
“It’s the little things, like being able to cook with something other than a microwave. Or being able to do a load of washing whenever you want.”
Amy: Strategic steps to safety
“They were like a breath of fresh air, right from the start. They literally pulled everything together…I will be forever grateful to the team.”
Rangi: Kicking goals, creating change
“You can’t change someone, they have to want it for themself. [But] you can speak truth to them, check in on them.”
Casey: Finding financial freedom
“Financial literacy is everything. Our system, our whole society runs on a financial system and if you don’t know how to use that system, then you become downtrodden.”
Jodie: Love, laughter, and reconnecting with family
“My girls have seen me bounce back, with a bit of support. [My YFS worker], she really had my back. She guided me and had a huge impact.”
Jane: A Strong Family
“I keep coming back to YFS. They really listen to your story and understand the angle you’re coming from.”
Noeleen: Flying Free
“For anyone who’s out there in the same situation, it’s so scary. But I would definitely recommend SHINE. It’s a really good way to escape. They’re totally supportive in every way you could possibly think of.”