From Surviving to Thriving
A powerful beacon of growth and new beginnings, the butterfly signifies the power of transformation. At Emily’s Place, the butterfly reminds us of the women and children entrusted to our care and the transformative journey on which they are about to embark.
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Rebirth
Hope
Bravery
Freedom
Emily’s Place Transformative Client Program Model
A Path to Independence
This journey comprises a series of different steps.
Although fluid in practice, each step leads clients closer
to empowered recovery and financial independence,
from merely surviving to thriving.
Trust
Healing
Resources
Independence
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Vision
Empowerment
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Staff establish trust with clients at intake by meeting immediate needs for safety, shelter, transportation, medical care, & more.
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Family-like communal living
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Private suite for each family
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24-hour support staff & security
Counselors provide the weekly therapy sessions clients & their children need to
heal & learn to handle future challenges.
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Trauma-informed counseling
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Play therapy for children
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Family-strengthening activities
Case managers help clients access community resources, from parenting courses to subsidized child care to legal support.
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Victim's advocacy partnerships
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Financial literacy training
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Volunteers become mentors
Within 30 days of entry, clients find a job & enroll in GED or ESL courses or other educational/vocational training.
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Job preparedness training
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Access to scholarships
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Computer/technology support
Clients prepare for the future by setting
goals, reducing debt & building savings,
& establishing strong support systems.
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Budget & build credit
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Develop healthy boundaries
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Save to purchase car
Graduates are emotionally & financially prepared to live independently with support through Emily’s Place graduate program.
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Transition to stable housing
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Maintain stable employment
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Restored family unit