by Brittany Bateman | Oct 10, 2017 | Executive Director Series
In our field there has been an on-going discussion around how we refer to those people who use our services. In the late eighties and early nineties there was a move toward using the word client to describe all persons who utilized services in children and family... 
by Brittany Bateman | Jun 20, 2017 | Anniversary Series
My name is R. I have been residing at Youth Without Shelter for 3 months. Prior to arriving, I was scared and did not know anyone to help me feel better. Regardless of these feelings I had no choice to become a resident of Youth Without Shelter. The first friend I... 
by Brittany Bateman | Jun 13, 2017 | Anniversary Series
John Roberts is living proof that hard luck stories can have happy endings. The St. John’s, Newfoundland contractor sponsors children’s hockey and soccer leagues, is a member of the business establishment and is the father of three children. He is also a former street... 
by Brittany Bateman | Jun 6, 2017 | Anniversary Series
Robert’s mother was a sex trade worker and struggled with a crack addiction. He had never known his father. At eight years of age Robert ran away with his sister. Children’s Aid stepped in to provide assistance. Robert has been on his own since he left his adoptive... 
by Brittany Bateman | May 2, 2017 | Anniversary Series
Growing up George’s family life was in constant turmoil. Early on George spent time in foster care when his Dad could not control his temper. At 16, George made the decision to leave home when his father insisted he drop out of school and make money, an education was... 
