Village of Hope Stories

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"I was 19 when I got to Dave Smith and I enjoyed the program from the very beginning. It was very welcoming, and all the staff are invested in their work. It was a good, positive environment for me to step into.”
-- Kadin

“Every client is different, and it’s fascinating getting to know each one’s story. It’s so rewarding, especially when you have a client who becomes really comfortable working with you.”
-- Dave Whalen

“I really do love my job. It’s not only about helping the clients – but also everyone around them. Addiction is not a one-person thing; it ripples out to everyone around that person.”
-- Jenna

“When I look back on our journey of the last few years, the thing that really strikes me is the support we got as a family from the DSYTC.”
-- Nancy

“As a youth struggling with addiction, I found hope for a better life and future at Dave Smith, and seven years later, I am living the life I only could have dreamed of as a struggling 16-year-old.”
-- Jess