BRIAN
I started working in the apprenticeship program in October of 2003. At the time I was still in a drug rehabilitation program having come from jail. When I began working here I was a felon and recovering drug addict with no home, no car and few job skills. During the time I have spent working here, I have gained the skills and attitude I need to succeed in the world. I now have a bank account, a car and a place to live. I received training in office clerical work, customer service, computer skills and management during my time here. Most of all I am grateful for the self respect and sense of accomplishment this place has given me.
UPDATE: 3/28/06
Now I am working as a Case Manager for a drug treatment center helping others like myself find a new way to live. I could not have succeeded in achieving this goal without the help this program gave me as I worked and went to school.
