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Success Story: Eritrea
Laid off in 2011, Eritrea was frustrated by a difficult economy and the obstacles that stood in her way of finding another job. Interested in
May 27, 2013
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Success Story: Lindsay
Looking at a picture from her 25th wedding anniversary, Lindsay barely recognizes the woman smiling back. The photo reminds her of a time when she
May 27, 2013
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Success Story: Rozan
“When I was in Lebanon, I didn’t have a dream,” Rozan says, reflecting on her childhood there. Only able to attend one year of school,
May 27, 2013
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Success Story: Quintin
Struggling at school with academics and behavior, Quintin was referred to YWCA St. Paul for tutoring. After learning more about challenges he was facing at
September 27, 2012
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Success Story: Takeysha
Takeysha struggled in high school and never thought she could go further. When she became the sole provider for her two children and became homeless,
May 27, 2012
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Success Story: Jill
In early 2012, Jill slipped on a patch of ice and broke her wrist. With her injury, she became reluctant to spend time outdoors and
May 27, 2012
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Success Story: Cornelia
At age 92, Cornelia noticed her balance and stamina were quickly declining. She struggled to do simple things like opening jars and lifting small objects,
May 27, 2012
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Success Story: LaTanya
After many ups and downs, including stays at various Twin Cities homeless shelters, LaTanya enrolled in YWCA St. Paul’s Transitional Housing Program. While eager to
May 27, 2012
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Success Story: Shanika
Homeless and unemployed, Shanika was determined to build a new life for herself and her three children. Setting her sights on the future, she enrolled
May 27, 2012
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Success Story: James
In 2011, after five years of retirement, James decided to rejoin the job force so he could afford increasing medical costs and take care of
January 27, 2012