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I just want to thank Jaden's Ladder for giving me the tools I needed and for helping me to help myself. Without your help, I would not have developed the skills to be a better parent, friend and a better person. The support groups have helped my daughters to believe in themselves and their instincts. They have found their childhood again. They are finding that a house is not about fear and yelling and violence. The home that I have made for them, since leaving my abuser, is now peaceful and safe. DS January 2010 I was abused by someone very close to my family . That is how my family became involved with Jaden's Ladder. Jaden’s Ladder has taught me that I am strong and brave for teling, and that I should never regret telling. I now feel stronger and know that I am safe and have a voice, all because of Jaden's Ladder. Thank you. LZ (A Jaden's Ladder Teen) September 2009 When I first called the program, I had really no clue about what was about to happen. After a few weeks passed, and the "fog" cleared, I was truly amazed and felt truly lucky to have been introduced to the organization. I realized that what I had stumbled into was God's gift for me and my children. Another chance to start over. It allowed me to leave behind a situation I had often wondered how or if I'd ever make it through. I feel immensely grateful. You have saved the lives of myself and of my children through your listening and support. VW November, 2008 Our family life has changed and taken a 360' degree turn for great things, with the help of Jaden's Ladder and people like you. Jaden's Ladder has given us the strength and courage to make dreams a reality. No matter how you help Jaden's Ladder, we want to say that the clients of Jaden's Ladder thank you. The Smart family, my family, are living proof that dreams do come true. I will be a graduate of the University of West Georgia Class of 2014. Thank you again for your consideration of our Jaden's Ladder family. KW(a Jaden's Ladder teen) October, 2008 I am a domestic abuse survivor and a very proud member of Jaden's Ladder whose mission is to help survivors climb higher. For me, the sky's the limit! I am a mother of two wonderful children. My son was only 10 when I met my daughter's father, our abuser. Domestic abuse robbed my son of his childhood and rendered me unable to be a good role model. Today, our bond is greater than ever. My daughter was affected and suffered a little more as this was her "dad". Dads are suppose to love and nurture, not abuse. We go to Jaden's Ladder to grow: we share, we laugh and we cry. More importantly, we mend together. In finding Jaden's Ladder, I have become a good role model to my daughter. I am extremely proud of both my children, as we have all endured and overcome a shaky past. Click here to read this story in its entirety. AM September 21, 2007 Just 3 months ago I was lost, confused, hurt, and homeless, betrayed by the one closet to me and by my own heart. I was in every second of the word in "despair". All the things in life you think happen to other people but never you. Then someone told me about Jaden's Ladder. This idea (Jaden's Ladder) was hope so I held on to it as if it were the only rope in the world, and for me it was. At that time all I had left in the world was my job. My daughters were scheduled to move in with me when school ended but I had no home to bring them to. I knew that leaving my home was the only thing I could do, but the knowledge of this fact did not help when I was facing disappointing my daughters. I met with Jaden's Ladder the week of July 4th. You showed me kindness, understanding, but most of all when you looked at me I felt that you saw me, not my mess, but who I am. When I left your office that day, I realized that I was still here, hence I had hope and strength and the power to get the job done. It was and is no longer impossible. My daughters moved in with me on August 5th and it has been a bumpy road, but I will take it. I never would have made this all happen without the help of all of the friends at Jaden's Ladder. Thank you from the bottom of my soul. LJ January, 2007 I left my abuser once, but for financial reasons I went back. This was after he threatened he would hammer me to death while I slept. The incident that made me realize I had to leave was the day my abuser threw our son violently against the wall. Since we left and came into the Jaden's Ladder program, every day has been wonderful. I have a healthy family now and my children are learning that love should never hurt. Thank you, Jaden's Ladder, for helping me realize that I do have value and I deserve to be treated with respect and love. KS June 2006 Jaden's Ladder has been a true gift from God. They have helped me to become more confident and independent. I go to the weekly Survivors Meetings where I can talk with other people with past lives like mine. We help each other through sad times and celebrate each others successes. I feel that I belong. Jaden's Ladder has helped me to change my own life for the better. I now feel like my dreams are possible BY August, 2005 Jaden's Ladder didn't just change my life, but gave me a life to live. I was alone with no family to turn to. No car and no money. One woman at the shelter told me about a brand new organization - Jaden's Ladder. I met with these wonderful people who are survivors themselves. They are always there for me to talk to, supporting me and telling me that "I can" when all that I believed was that I couldn't... not pushing me, but encouraging me. Now that I have come this far, I find myself setting new goals. I thank you from the bottom of my heart, which I am starting to feel again. AC May, 2005 I would like to take a few minutes to thank everyone at Jaden's Ladder. My will and determination allowed me to raise my voice and be heard. I know there is no greater feeling than achievement. Being able to value each day of my life should come naturally. Happiness is not something that is earned... it's deserved. Just having that one person to reach out to, can be a life saver. I am so grateful for all the support. I am a survivor! JD April, 2005 I thank God every day for Jaden's Ladder. With out their help and support, I don't know where I would be. I know I would not make it on my own. Thank you all so much! GD November, 2004 Just recently, my family and I were faced with a tragic incident. We were struck with domestic violence. This took me through a series of events including living in a shelter. With little more than strength and health, I had to start over. Tim, Donna, Jon and Oneta from Jaden's Ladder reached out in unimaginable ways. They helped give my girls and me our lives back from phone calls to furniture, from a helping hand to a supportive hug. Words can not speak how they have changed my life. My innocence became courage. The volunteers from Jaden's Ladder are my angels from heaven and I am forever grateful. JS |
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