A recent graduate of Schirmer House is Jana, who came to the Center in June of 2017.
Jana was incarcerated for 8 years throughout her adult life. She experienced a series of emotionally traumatic events, including assault
and losing someone close to her. While at Schirmer House she spent a lot of time reflecting on her life and completing necessary
treatment programs. With the help and support given to her by the Center, Jana was able to start making the steps to recovery and change.
Jana recently moved out of Schirmer House into her own apartment. She is employed, independent, and makes healthy life
choices.
When asked how the Center has made an impact on her life, Jana said that the Center allowed her to start a new beginning.
She says that without the Center, she wouldn't have been able to be successful.
Jana was incarcerated for 8 years throughout her adult life. She experienced a series of emotionally traumatic events, including assault
and losing someone close to her. While at Schirmer House she spent a lot of time reflecting on her life and completing necessary
treatment programs. With the help and support given to her by the Center, Jana was able to start making the steps to recovery and change.
Jana recently moved out of Schirmer House into her own apartment. She is employed, independent, and makes healthy life
choices.
When asked how the Center has made an impact on her life, Jana said that the Center allowed her to start a new beginning.
She says that without the Center, she wouldn't have been able to be successful.
