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A Proud CHD Foster Family Grows

Jeremiah, a seven-year old boy served in CHD’s TLC Medical Foster Care Program, was adopted in late August by his foster parents Carmen McKenzie and
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Recovery: “You Have to Do It for Yourself”

Joey is appreciative of Goodwin House, CHD’s residential substance use treatment center in Chicopee serving boys aged 13-17. “The program has done a lot for
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Reaching New Heights

At times, it was a bit of a struggle, but when 17-year-old Cenk climbed to the top of the 42-foot-high wall, his happiness and pride
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A Model Among Her Peers in Recovery

Jada can’t pinpoint any particular incident that made her decide to stop drinking for good. “I was just tired,” she said. She had lost her
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Adjusting to Life Outside Prison—with CHD’s Help

When Jose was released from prison after 42 years, he found it difficult to cope with freedom. He was one of the thousands of prisoners
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An Inclusive and Empowering Program

David Whiteley, pictured on the left, and Jacob Allen (right) are regulars at Veteran Climbing Nights, which are run by CHD’s All In: Barrier-Free Recreation
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Boosting His Physical and Mental Health

Why does Air Force veteran David Lithgow love the sport of rock climbing so much? One reason: life’s stresses seem to melt away when he
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From Homeless to College Student

Bronwyn (who uses the pronouns they/them) grew up in the Las Vegas area in dysfunctional home in which they experienced years of abuse and neglect. When
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“I was doing various things to ruin my life”

Havier doesn’t mince words when he describes how his mental health took a downturn after his adoptive father died nearly five years ago. “I was
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Therapy That Doesn’t Seem Like Therapy

Studies have shown that art therapy can be valuable in helping those dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions—and even some phobias. And art therapy
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