Unmet human needs

While working with recently incarcerated individuals at Battle Born Housing Plus, one of our Mobility Mentors had the opportunity to reconnect with a gentleman whom she had worked with
two years earlier. He immediately recognized her from their time together in the Nurturing Fathers course and shared how impactful it had been particularly in helping him become a more present and understanding stepfather.

This year, he returned to the program following a relapse and expressed sadness about being in a similar situation as before and feeling as though he had wasted the progress made earlier. Despite this remorse he showed a deep commitment to personal growth during these sessions. He remained highly engaged throughout the course and contributed thoughtful insights that enriched the experience for both his peers and his instructor.

Upon completing the course a second time, he shared that he had gained even more than he did previously. He expressed genuine excitement about applying what he learned to his relationship and continuing to grow as both a partner and stepfather.