John has been an Our House client since November of 2022. When he first found himself at Our House, John was without a license or vehicle, and he had incurred several warrants and fines. Having had previous experience mowing lawns, he joined our job training program working with the Facilities Manager to do on-campus maintenance. John gained many additional skills through his job training term, and he saved up enough to purchase a truck. With the money he has saved and the help and support of the team members in the Career Center, John is paying off his fines, taking classes to regain his license and is planning to get his GED. John has also become sober during his time at Our House and has maintained his sobriety for 17 months. Despite having other options locally due to the added experience and skills he gained through the job training program, John is interested in returning to Our House and applying for a staff position after he completes his time in our Housing program. When describing the role of Our House in his pathway to success, he formed his hands into the shape of a heart, saying “it’s in the logo,” and that it is the feeling of being loved while on campus that continually encourages him.
