My name is Sheila. My life before the Mission was in the streets and jail. I entered the Mission program in June of 2020. I had been homeless for three years suffering from mental illness and drug and alcohol addiction. I have been sober for over a year and work for the Mission.

Going through the Mission program helped me learn I had potential. I knew this was my second chance at a better life. I learned how to love myself again and that I was worth something.

I can only pray that my experiences would inspire others to be strong enough to find a better life. Life is worth living.