Homeward House Update for 2025 Print Version - FINAL-2 - Flipbook - Page 9
Family Profile
The Day Everything Changed
A chance encounter at a local resource fair* led Sydney (name changed) to a lifechanging connection with Homeward House. Pregnant, homeless, and
struggling to maintain sobriety while caring for her 6-month-old child, Sydney
felt like her world was unraveling. That9s when she crossed paths with Conquer
Clinics and Second Chance Foundation staff. They called Homeward House and
a Parent Ally Mentor dropped everything to meet her at the event.
Living in a tent, Sydney was overwhelmed by the challenges of daily survival. Recognizing the urgency
of her situation, staff from a partner agency and Homeward House collaborated to cover hotel
expenses, giving Sydney and her child a safe place to stay while shelter
arrangements were made. This immediate support marked the
beginning of Sydney9s path toward stability.
With their trauma-informed peer support training, lived
experiences, and deep understanding of the challenges
families face, Parent Ally Mentors are equipped to
provide critical guidance to parents in crisis. For Sydney,
her mentor became a trusted ally 4 helping her explore
housing options, transporting her to prenatal care
appointments, and supporting her recovery journey
through a dual diagnosis program.
By intervening early and connecting Sydney to
resources tailored to her immediate situation,
the Homeward House team helped prevent the
need for CPS involvement, preserving the
precious bond between mother and child.
Sydney9s story demonstrates what can happen when
agencies come together. By working in unison 4 sharing
resources and expertise 4 Homeward House partners were
able to act swiftly, providing Sydney and her child with
immediate safety and support. This coordinated approach
not only addressed her urgent needs but also helped
prevent more serious issues, preserving her family bond
and setting her on a path toward long-term stability.
*Sound Pathways9 Harm Reduction Resource Fair
