I first knew of Opportunity House by an article in a local paper. Pam was great in meeting me to make a donation on a day during a holiday week. She gave me an informative tour and explained their services. It touched me personally because of seeing how the program could benefit a family member. Pam is dedicated, sincere and incredible. The skills these precious people learn are purposeful. Janet
First visited Opportunity House in Lavonia, GA in the summer of 2010. I had been asked to help write some grants. Hearing the laughter, and seeing the clients working, learning, interacting simply tugged at my heart. I saw how involved their Director was, and how the participants supported each other. So, I started researching grants to help the group, and found that there is so little set aside for this very special group of people. That too tugged at my heart. It is devastating to me to see how little there is, and how very hard these people work to raise the money to keep the organization going. I don't think I have ever seen a group of parents, program participants, Board Members, and volunteers work so very hard to help such an amazing group of people. The parents, and participants inspire me everyday to work a little harder, and never let my mind rest until this wonderful group of people receives the attention they deserve!
As Program DIrector of Opportunity House, I have been here from the beginning. And from the beginning, our Board of Directors have worked very hard in meetings and fund raising to get this program up and running. Our program has come along way, and we want to continue growing in order to provide a much needed place for special need adults in our area.