CENTER FOR LIVING AND LEARNING
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February 9, 2012
I was introduced to the center for living and learning during a job search phase through a local treatment center. I was apprehensive about the whole job search process, because I had so many employment barriers against me. Years ago I could find a job within a couple of days, but in today's job market I found it to be very competitive and a lot more challenging. I didn’t know where to begin. My first priority was building a resume that would get me an interview. I had major gaps in my employment history, and the facts of my previous employment weren’t very clear anymore. The staff at the Center helped me with every detail. Together we created a resume that I was proud of. They also offered to create various types of resumes so my scope could be larger when picking out positions to apply for. Another concern of mine was answering those tough interview questions. Again with their one on one guidance, mock interviews, and reviewing commonly asked interview questions....helped me immensely in the interview. I was confident in my answers, I didn’t stumble on my words, I was prepared. I started seeing some hope, and my confidence was building. I did end up with 3 job offers in the same week. One of them being part of the Apprenticeship program here at the Center. I chose the Apprenticeship program. I can't explain how happy I've been about this decision. I've never worked for a company that pushes so hard for my personal growth and success. It's up to me and how much effort I put in what's being offered, because the support is here. My life has gradually been improving and today I see myself with a solid career somewhere down the road. I absolutely believe that road began when I walked through these doors at the Center for living and Learning.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
February 9, 2012
I owe my furture to the Center for Living and Learning .This program has helped me in more ways, then words could ever express! It's taught me how to live in society and stay out of prison. There also assiting me with getting my GED and survive skills. I know more about computers now then I ever have due to the Living and Learning Center. One of my goals in life has been to go back to school and I'm starting that now, because of the encouragement I've gotten from the Living and Learning Center.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
February 8, 2012
I have been aware of the Living and Learning Center for 10+ years and while I worked as a counselor in the Drug Treatment field referred many a client to The Living and Learning. These clients learned how to engage in community, learned resume writing, basic computer skills ie excell, outlook, data entry dealing. By working with the public regarding car donations self esteem building took place naturally, these clients also learned to have integrity in their life. Many obtained full time employment as a result of being clients at The Living and Center and have gone on to promotions in those jobs. As confidence built many also chose to return to school obtaining degrees. Thank you Living and Learning Center.
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
February 8, 2012
I (Phillip Williams) received job searching assistance to the fullest from the employees at the Center for living and learning. I also received help in finding affordable housing within my budget. The employees were courteous, respectful and willing to listen to my point of views concerning moving forward in a peaceful, productive and humble way. I appreciate they're presence.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
February 2, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
I have been with the Center for Living and Learning for a year now and I can honestly say they have changed my life in a profound way and I don't know where I would be without this program and the people who make it possible. I came to them from the Welfare to work program, my ex-husband was in prison and I was struggling to make ends meet for myself and our baby girl with no family and an overwhelming feeling of failure. I was depressed and lost and I didn't know where to go or who to turn to. I grew up with no guidance or direction and now I had to figure it all out for myself and my daughter. It was a very scary place to be as a mother knowing this little life I helped create was depending on me to not only take care of her but guide her in a direction that will later on teach her how to survive in society and succeed. I don't think people even realize what a place like the Center really does for people like me and our families. They have made me a better person and most importantly a better mother. I went from being helpless and alone to being independed with a support system that I never imagined. It’s not just a job or just another program the people that make it all possible become family and it becomes a place that is not only educational but safe to be who you are and learn at your own pace without anyone placing judgment. With the Center for Living and Learning I can now teach my daughter by example of what it takes to be a strong, confident and successful woman knowing it’s not about where you have come from or who you came from but about where you’re going and who you become.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
February 2, 2012
The Center for Living and Learning and it's staff are life-changers!! Everyone there is professional, knowledgeable, encouraging and immensely helpful. I would definitely recommend their services and advocate that resources in our community contribute to their cause. I have an education and diverse work history and needed the professional insight and feedback from the staff at Living and Learning to inspire a new direction in life, both personally and professionally. Their work space fosters productivity and they provide current / relevant resources (ie: MS Office 2010, Adobe, Software Tutorials, Resume Assistance, Job Leads, etc). I am so very grateful for the Center for Living and Learning and hope to give back what they so generously did for me!!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Experiencing a sense of productivity and competency. I polished my resume and have submitted it to several relevant organizations. I have practiced responding to frequently asked interview questions and feel confident in presenting myself to prospective employees.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Give them a bigger office space. I wouldn't change anything else.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
A lot
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
How did you find this group?
AMAZING.
What, if any, change in your life has this group encouraged?
Becoming a productive, contributing member of society again :)
February 2, 2012
I was seeking employment and was refereed to the Center for Living and Learning. The staff there was excellent and assisted me on a one on one basis when I went through thier job search program which was helpful to me. I have been employed shortly thereafter for four years. This organization was different to other organizations I went to for assistance because of the one on one atteentention I recieved. I was not very computer literate and needed assistance with job searching, the staff took the time to walk me through it and show me how to do it properly. Other places I went to told me that they were just resources and could not help me and I had a time limit to use those resources that were available. At the Center all the staff works together to help the clients in every possible way.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
January 31, 2012
My experience as a Client far exceeded my expectations, it is incredible how the staff keeps a professional environment as a Client is learning how to find jobs and at the same time sets an example of how to behave and how a Professional environment should be. That helps a lot when someone goes to an interview and successfully cause a great impression with a future employer, as professionalism shows since one cross the door. Without the Center For Living and Learning I wouldn't be able to find a job that suits my needs and skills. I deeply appreciate the help I received for the Center For Living and Learning to find the path for success for the rest of my life.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
February 28, 2011
Iam very greatfull for the center! everyone there is very helpfull! they are helping me get my life back on track!! thankyou
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my life
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
nothing
February 25, 2011
From the moment I walked through the door I knew this would be the first day of the rest of my life. The members of the staff immedately made me feel like I could do something, with their insight on my hidden abilities they put me right to work. I have come a long way since I started this program, such as email, websited, photos and most important of all jobs. Thanks for your guidance and support.
Raymond Allen Burlew III
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Basic computer skills, job search strategy and most import of all jobs
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
none
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