Damian’s Journey of Transformation
When Damian first came to The Whole Child in 2019, he was a teenager carrying far more than anyone his age should have to. At school, he was known for getting into fights, arguing with teachers, and being suspended for breaking the rules. He had begun using drugs, and with gang activity surrounding him every […]
Christina’s Journey Home
For Christina, asking for help wasn’t easy. As a single mother of four to Uriah, Sayla, Micah, and Ezra, she suddenly found herself carrying the weight of raising her family alone after the end of her six year marriage. The unexpected financial burden left them without stable housing. “When people hear the word ‘homelessness,’ they […]
Building Resilience Through Mental Health Care
“Because of The Whole Child and the amazing work that Marilyn does for my boys, we have been able to conquer so many things that have come into our lives,” says Isabel, a single mother and special education teacher in Whittier. “Whether it’s challenges at school, friendships, family issues, anxious moments, or life’s highs and […]