The Heart of Our Home
It’s the people at Central Community House that make this house a home for all. Read our stories of creativity, discovery, achievement, fellowship and most of all—community.
Kendrell’s Bright Future
Beginning in elementary school, Kendrell’s grandmother brought him and his two brothers to Central Community House for homework help and after school activities. But it wasn’t until he became a teenager that he realized the impact that Central Community House would have on defining his own path in life.
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Hello, I’m Amari
For 11-year-old Amari, Central Community House is a family affair. She and her older twin sisters, Arleea and Jalaya attend our after school program, summer camp, dance classes and cooking classes. But her family’s involvement doesn’t stop there.
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Get to know Mosheh
If Moshen has learned one thing through his life, it’s that perseverance leads to success. As a child, having the support of a community wasn’t something he had. He was in and out of foster care, until he was later adopted. It was then that Mosheh first came to Central Community House for the first time and his life was forever changed.
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Cherelle’s Journey
Raising two active toddlers is no small feat. Especially if you're a single mother like Cherelle. Cherelle works hard to stay joyful in times of adversity, but it takes a village to raise a happy and healthy family. Central Community House’s programs and services to help Cherelle maintain family stability.
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William's Outlook on Life
William has a positive outlook on life. Every day he wakes up, prays, reads his scripture and heads out for work. As he moves throughout the day, he doesn’t allow the little things to make him upset or bring him anxiety. He brings that positive attitude to Central Community House.
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Kei-Mariun’s Story
School wasn’t always easy for Kei-Mariun. He acted out at school and acted out at home. After getting kicked-out of class time and time again, Kei-Mariun started to fall behind and so did his motivation.
Then Kei-Mariun’s mom, Nekiesha, brought him to Central Community House.
Tammy's Breakthrough
In 2017, Tammy tried to take her own life. She hit her breaking point when her eight-year-old daughter was removed from her home. But in her darkest time, Tammy’s breakdown became her breakthrough. She realized she had to start living for her daughter and for herself.
Read More“Central Community House does so much for us. Not just for the kids, but for the parents too.”
– NEKEISHA WILLIAMS
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