Success Story - Maria

Before: Maria was homeless and living in a women's shelter
Now: Maria has a place of her own, goes to work and then night school.

Challenge

 “...just over a year ago, I was homeless. I was living in a women's shelter, and I had no hope that I could create a better future for myself."

"I had tried to get a job, and I had several interviews. But the minute they found out I was homeless, the interview was over. The way people looked at me when they found out I was homeless was demoralizing. It was pity, I say it in their eyes - and I couldn't stand it."

What it took to make the difference...

“I was at the end of my rope when I saw a flyer for a job placement service funded by Denver's Road Home and offered by Bayaud. My phone call to Bayaud was the beginning of a new life for me.

"I thought I was only suited for an entry-level job in retail, by my caseworker encouraged me to consider every possibility. She asked me what my dream job would be, and I told her that what I really, really wanted to do was be a nurse.

She found me a job as a patient transport at a hospital that works closely with Bayaud Industries. I loved it! And it confirmed my desire to go into nursing."

Maria moved out of the shelter on July 4.

Maria considers that day her personal Independence day. "Now I have a place of my own, and a sense of pride in my accomplishments."

It's about gaining skills, confidence and perseverence.
"I transitioned from my temporary job at the hospital to a permanent job in the laundry department at an assisted living facility that provides educational benefits to all employees. This allowed me to fulfill my dream of going back to school."

"I arrive at work at 5:30 every morning, and leave by 5 p.m. to go to night school. I'll admit that my schedule is exhausting, but I have no intention of quiting."

Dreams can come true.

"I'll never be homeless again. I will be a great nurse. I know I can."

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“I was at the end of my rope when I saw a flyer for a job placement service funded by Denver's Road Home and offered by Bayaud Industries. My phone call to Bayaud was the beginning of a new life for me.”

Maria