Stories of Hope
A Brighter Path Forward: Martin’s Story
For nearly two years, Martin Kasey worked as a nurse’s aide in a psychiatric hospital, helping people through the worst times of their lives. He enjoyed the work, but he couldn’t share an important truth: He struggles with mental illness himself. When his depression spiraled into a series of crises, he lost his job. He… Read the full article: A Brighter Path Forward: Martin’s Story
Read MoreLife in Full: Tony’s Story
Tony Amerman, 49, has always embraced challenges with resilience, never letting his disability keep him from a full life. Growing up in Texas, Tony and six of his seven siblings entered foster care. Determined to stay together, they were featured in the National Enquirer to help find them a home. They eventually landed in Candor,… Read the full article: Life in Full: Tony’s Story
Read MoreSky’s Story: I’m Actually in Charge
Skyler (Sky) Chehovich, 23, overcame blindness and intellectual disabilities to complete high school and become an Eagle Scout. Sky’s mother helped him every step of the way, but she knew she couldn’t help Sky become a self-sufficient adult on her own. She enrolled him in an agency-based habilitation program, but it wasn’t a good fit;… Read the full article: Sky’s Story: I’m Actually in Charge
Read MoreFrom Recovery to Resilience: George’s Journey
Eighteen months ago, George Anthony made a life-changing decision: to pursue sobriety. “I was in a dark place,” he recalled. “My mom had died. I started using drugs when I was fifteen … I was putting myself in dangerous situations. My life was going nowhere. And then one morning, I just woke up and thought,… Read the full article: From Recovery to Resilience: George’s Journey
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