Before I came to Florence Crittenton I was 15 and living with my boyfriend who was abusive to me.  As much as I knew it was wrong I didn’t have the strength to walk away.  I was taking drugs, drinking and not going to school.  My life was crazy yet I knew if I carried on like this I would end up in jail or dead. 
When I found out I was pregnant I realized I had to change for my baby's sake as well as mine.  I knew it would be tough, and it was tougher than I thought.  With therapy, treatment for my mental health problems,  love and the support of the staff and other girls at the home I was able to make the changes I needed to.  The family therapy has really helped me work things out with my parents and I know I can  be a good mom to my daughter.

I stayed at Florence Crittenton for 18 months.  I learnt so much while I was there and although it was hard it was good to leave my family and the people around me that has such a hold on me.  I am so thankful, in many ways you saved my life.