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15-year-old Ava was struggling with substance use, leaving home without permission, and not
attending school for more than six months. After Ava’s mom reached out to Haven House for
help, one of our licensed therapists met with Ava and conducted several assessments,
resulting in a diagnosis of depression. The therapist worked with Ava and her caregiver to
address Ava’s mental health needs and problem behaviors. The therapist also equipped
Ava’s mom with tools and resources to help move Ava and the family toward positive change.
After a few months of services, Ava successfully returned to school and decreased her
substance use. The family improved their overall relationship and communication. Haven
House also helped the caregiver establish a strong connection with the school. We look
forward to seeing all that Ava will accomplish in the future!
Meet Ava
At 23 years old, Franchesca was a single mom navigating difficult relationships and did not
have a local support system or stable housing. At the time, she was staying at a shelter with
her young daughter and was hoping for the support she needed to make a change. The
shelter referred her to Haven House Services’ Transition in Place (TIP) program. She said
once she connected with Haven House, her life drastically changed.
The TIP program helped Franchesca find an apartment for her and her daughter and
taught her independent living skills such as setting up her utilities and paying her bills.
The program provided her with access to essential need items for her family, as well as
support with transportation challenges, including a staff member accompanying her to
get her driver’s permit.
Since completing the one-year program, Franchesca has been able to remain living in the
apartment she obtained through TIP with her now 6-year-old daughter and 1-year-old son.
“I feel relieved, more confident, and happier. I know what it feels like to have my own place
and a place for my children. I feel like I am good because Haven House was there for me, and I
know they will continue to be there for me.”
Meet Franchesca
Ray was 13 when he moved to Raleigh with his single father. His dad took on two jobs while
looking for stable housing. Due to his age, Ray was unable to stay with his father at the men’s
shelter so his dad brought him to Haven House’s Wrenn House shelter, which serves youth
ages 10-17. Ray stayed at Wrenn House for nearly a month while his dad saved up enough
money to move them into an apartment. Haven House staff members contacted several
supporters and community partners to help Ray and his dad furnish their new home. At our last
check-in, Ray and his father were still living in their apartment and continue to thrive.
Meet Ray
At Haven House Services, we respect everyone who comes to us for help – and many are working toward a fresh start in life. So while
their stories are true, client names and images may have been changed to protect their privacy. Thank you for understanding.