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Success Story: Frankie
Frankie is a lap swimmer. It’s not always easy, but for 45 years the sidestroke has been her therapy. “I swim because it’s something that
February 27, 2016
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Success Story: Irina
Far away from friends and family, Irina spent seven years in an abusive marriage. “It was like living on a volcano,” she recalls, “never knowing
February 27, 2016
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Success Story: Curtis
For four years, Curtis worked at a local meat packing plant. The shifts were grueling and conditions difficult, but it was steady work. “Making $15
February 27, 2016
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Success Story: Israeel
Unemployed and struggling to afford childcare for her son, Israeel was determined to build a better life for her family. As a participant in our
March 27, 2015
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Success Story: Leona
You’ll find Leona in the Health & Fitness Center six days a week. At 93 years old, many marvel at how active she is, but
August 27, 2014
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Success Story: Rakeem
At 15, Rakeem was in crisis. Battling the effects of early childhood trauma, years in foster care and a dissolved adoption, he faced a return
August 27, 2014
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Success Story: Shalonda
For 14 years, Shalonda endured domestic violence. Although she was afraid for her life, she didn’t think she was strong enough to leave. It was
August 27, 2014
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Success Story: Ihesha
Earning close to minimum wage and struggling to make ends meet, Ihesha never thought she could do more. Driven to provide a better life for
August 27, 2014
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Success Story: Linda
Living with high blood pressure for many years, Linda finally decided it was time to make a change. Determined to work toward her goal of
July 27, 2014
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Success Story: Albert
“Nothing’s easy. There’s always [hardships]—but if you stay diligent, it pays off,” explains Albert, who came to YWCA St. Paul after getting laid off in
June 27, 2014