CANDLE, Inc
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May 14, 2013
My son and I enjoy volunteering at the Reality Tour. The number one reason is - we believe in what the tour is communicating.....Temptations are out there, regardless of our social economic circumstances, education, or family lineage. Drugs, of all shape and sizes and made up concoctions are a reality, and the best way to combat this is to talk about it... honest talks with our kids and ourselves. Reality tour breaks it down to the raw facts and encourages us to be prepared, know what is out there, talk about it, and give a kids new ways of coping. I thank Reality tour for giving me, as a parent, that proverbial kick. As a volunteer, I see behind the scenes, and how dedicated the volunteers are.... It is truly a labor of love! Thank you for all you do!
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A lot
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2013
May 13, 2013
I am a group leader for both the Norwin and Greensburg Reality Tours, and the volunteer coordinator for the Greensburg site. My daughters and I went to the Greensburg site as attendees 2 1/2 years ago. It was 1 week before the 4-year anniversary of my brother's death to a heroin and Xanax overdose. The scenes were all very realistic. The funeral scene played the same music that I personally chose for Allen's funeral mass. It was very hard to get through and sometimes still is. The information given is invaluable. I saw the looks on other parents' faces and on the children's and realized it was affecting them. I decided before we left that I wanted to be a part of this so that hopefully we could save other young people and their families from going through the same heartache that we did. My daughters play roles, as well. As the arrestee, the victim in the ER scene, and family that attends the funeral. We have met many people we now proudly call friends. People who care about the same things we do. The recovery speakers also offer hope to me for the family members I have that are still in active addiction. After going to that first one, I was shocked that it had been being done once a month for 4 years and I had only just heard of it. Since then, I tell everyone who will listen and encourage them to come.
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Life-changing
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2013
November 17, 2012
I absolutely loved volunteering for Candle Inc. The outreach they have is huge and the impact on the teens they minister too is even bigger. The program they use is very moving and realistic. I enjoyed volunteering with them and do it whenever I can.
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A lot
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 16, 2012
I am the director of the Reality Tour in Pike Co, PA and it has been one of the most rewarding volunteer experiences I have ever had (and I do A LOT of volunteering!). It is so wonderful to see the community support for the program. Those that have attended continually send comments in about how The Reality Tour has impacted their lives. Past attendees come back to volunteer because they feel so strongly about the program. To me, that speaks volumes about the quality of the program.
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A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
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Definitely
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2012
November 16, 2012
My boys and I went to a reality tour a few years ago and it was so impactful.We have been volunteering monthly since.I play a doctor role and my sons girlfriend my nurse.Everywhere I go I tell people all about this program.It should be mandatory that all children in all schools go because it is that good of a program and it could save so many lives.So many parents are not aware of actually how bad the drug problem is today.Unfortunetly for me I lost my sister to drugs and my husband and I have buried other family members from drugs too.Thankfully God has truly blessed us with the strengh and knowledge to teach our five children that drugs are not the answer.Not one of us in this world can be with our children twenty four hours a day,but with wonderful programs like this and spending lots of quality time with our kids we can only hope and pray they never choose that road.I have suffered many tears watching people around me die of drugs so if I can help save lives I am sure going to try. I am very thankful we have one started here in N.Huntigdon now. Terry
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
November 15, 2012
This program is a great asset to our kids. It is vivid and real and really shows kids what truly happens when they use drugs.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
November 15, 2012
Exceptional, high-impact program that helps kids avoid drug use and abuse while ensuring families take a very active role towards an anti-drug lifestyle. This program changes lives. It's all about saving kids one at a time so they could live a productive and successful life. It's about taking steps in our community to solve the serious drug problems that often destroy neighborhoods and families. As a volunteer, the feedback is continuously and consistently positive towards anti-drug use. Otis DiCerbo, Norwin Reality Tour, North Huntingdon, PA
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 15, 2012
I took both my girls to the Reality tour my youngest was getting extra credit and let me say it opened up my kids eyes. Even though I am a police officer I also learned a few things that night. Since that evening it opened up for myself and my youngest daughter to volunteer on a monthly basis and help out. There are things that all parents need to know and the instructors are always up on what is around the corner next. Even if you pick up on 1 thing it all will have been worth it. I encourage you to go with your son/daughter it won't disappoint.
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A lot
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 15, 2012
Reality Tour became part of the Iron Mountain Public Schools in 2012 as a response to the infiltration of synthetic marijuana in our school and community. The program has had a remarkable impact on the children and adults. Reviews and comments from program participants have all been positive. Reality Tour has made a difference in our school.
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A lot
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 15, 2012
I am currently a board member and volunteer with the Reality Tour program. I have been involved since the idea was little more than a seed and am proud to say that that seed was planted, carefully nurtured and grew into this wonderful fruit bearing program. I am constantly amazed when families come to one of our Tours and realize what is actually happening in their very own communities, how it can have a devastating impact on their families and that as a family they can be an active deterrent. It is especially gratifying when the young people discover that one wrong decision can have permanent and unfortunate consequences. But the absolute best part is when people come up after the end of the Tour and offer a sincere and heartfelt thank you to all of the volunteers. We are definitely making a difference in people's lives. I can't think of a better reason to be a part of such an organization. John Walchesky
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Definitely
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Life-changing
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Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
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