I won't denigrate this organization's services, but I do question the leadership's integrity. He refuses to cooperate with anyone else in this region despite the fact that everyone is serving the same clients, and positions Solutions for Change as landlord, service provider, employer, and case manager while accusing every other agency of intentionally keeping their clients down.
All while claiming they were forced to "return federal funding" because they wouldn't house drug addicts, when anyone who works in this field knows federal contracts aren't awarded without clear expectations of what the money will be used for.
It needs to be looked into.
I’m a marine veteran. After my second appointment in 2007 I wanted a way to help my community without getting on an airplane. I came back to the US in November right before Thanksgiving in the friend introduced me to Solutions For Change. Since then I, and now my wife and four kids, have been a part of this wonderful family of community members Working to end family homelessness. I’ve made friends from residency there and I’ve had friends be a part of the program successfully now living independently. By far the best answer to homelessness in our community and a model the country could follow.
I have been a supporter of Solutions for Change for several years now and it is my favorite charity. They are one of the few charities I know of that don't just throw money around, they actually make a difference. They live up to their name "solutions for CHANGE". If you want to truly help homeless families this is the charity to support.
Solutions continues to do amazing work by transforming the lives of formerly homeless families. It is a privilege to witness parents rising up to the challenge of changing the way they have done things for their entire lives. Not only do they make positive changes, they overcome significant challenges and pave the way for a brighter future for themselves and their children.
I have been a part of this organization for almost 5 years. I was saved when I entered into their program in so many different ways. They care and make a difference in hundreds of families lives. They stand up for what they believe in and offer a real solution for families in bad situations. I am forever grateful for all they have done for my family!
As a former client and now staff member I can tell you so much about this organization. They practice what they preach, they have integrity and they never give up.
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Solutions for Change is leading the way with a permanent solution to solving family homelessness. Not only is the track record proven the organization stands on its integrity. This organization does not conform or chase the money. They understand that addressing the causative factors of family homelessness take time. They view these families as assets not liabilities. This allows them to take once homeless families back into permanent homes but more importantly back into the community.
This is a charity that stands by their convictions, and does not cave to political pressures in order to offer a program that has a proven success rate in the rhelm of homelessness. They are a diamond in the rough, and I cannot say enough good things about them.
This program is amazing! The staff have truly saved my life! I came here lost and broken. My fiance and I were given all the tools and resources we needed to succeed! We have a life we never dreamed we could have today. We are financially secure and able to provide for our 2 beautiful children. We are blessed beyond measure! We will be forever grateful for this program and the wonderful staff and our community we consider family!
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Solutions for Change has completely transformed our lives. We came with a car and suitcases of clothes. We learned accountability and servant leadership. We now have permanent housing. Our CPS case has closed. We have full time jobs and 2 cars. We attend 12 step meetings and have sponsors. Our life is amazing and we are eternally grateful to Solutions for Change!
Despite refusal of funds from government agencies due to its drug-free policy for residents, this wonderful, caring organization still finds a way to keep moving forward while holding its values and standards high in serving others. I have served a meal to several families who are being lifted out of their circumstances and in our conversations felt their hope, gratitude, and determination to make a better life for themselves. The leadership at Solutions for Change has a never-wavering conviction to bring Christ-like love and support without judgement to all who come to live here.
Wonderful mission and vision in helping to end homelessness. I've helped volunteer with them before and it was a wonderful ex po experience. They're dedicated to improving lives, not just placing a band aid on the problem. Even with funding cut from state/government sources, they've continued to find a way to help support these families to end the cycle of homelessness and poverty.
This organization is amazing because it teaches families how to end the cycle of homelessness by teaching life skills and accountability. Parents learn how to eventually rely on themselves in order to care for themselves and their families. Instead of a bandaid this organization helps heal families.
I was in solutions for change and I just want to tell you all how amazing this program is. it was a life chaging experience. It gave me a sense of belonging. It showed me how to believe in myself. Now I've been sober for almost 8yrs all thanks to solutions for change for giving me the tools to survive in the real world after leaving solutions for change...I'm for ever greatful to Chris and Tammy for being such great people and to give people who had hit rock bottom. A second chance at life..I honestly believe they were sent from God to help the helpless.. Thank you
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I was in solutions for change back in 2011. I can honestly say that this program changed my life. It helped me in my recovery and taught me a lot of things through the classes they offer. I am proud to say that I am 6yrs clean and sobor and although I'm no longer in this program I'm very thankful for the skills they installed in me.
So if like to Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and helped me belive in my self...Thank you Chris and Tammy... I'm forever grateful. Sincerely Crystal Mcwhorter
I have a family member that needed to start over from scratch due to the home situation. From what I understand most of the women have had to walk away with almost nothing in order to get out. Solutions for Change has a comprehensive program to provide housing, build up the skills, confidence, and path to become independent again. It is a structured program with accountability. There is counseling, classes, work, fun, and support. These individuals would be homeless or forced to live in dangerous situations. The participants have to be engaged because there are a lot of rules to follow as you transition along.
Thanks to volunteers and donations, the residents at Solution for Change are provided with necessities and more. I am very impressed with this program and it is great to see something that works and provides a path to move forward to a productive life.
My name is Victoria and I have been a resident of Solutions for Change for a little over 2 years. Being in this program has completely changed my life. It has equipped me to be a woman of integrity, an amazing mother, and a productive member of society. Thanks to Solutions, I am now employed and have all of my children back in my custody. I will forever be grateful to Solutions for Change for what it's done for me and my family.
I have seen firsthand the tremendous growth and positive change in the lives of their clients. Clients come in scared and frightened. They leave with brand new lives, transformed in ways they never dreamed possible. Solutions for Change, with their incredible, loving, caring staff, is doing it right!
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Hello,
My name is Marton Platt Burton and I'm thrilled to here a strong organization helping out people in need. I am writing a report on people who's helping the cause and be sure to raise the donation. I thank ya'll for what ya'll are doing. Please keep it up
My name is Amber and i am a single mother. I am a resident at solutions for Change. I have been a resident for over a year and a half and i can say without a doubt that this program has helped me transform my life and the lives of my children in so many ways. Since coming to Solutions for Change i have maintained a full time job for over a year, i have regained full custody of my children, i have been clean and sober for almost two years, i give back to my community, i pay my taxes and i help other families and children in need. I have a place for my children and myself to call home. This is all possible because of Solutions for Change.
We have helped make Christmas baskets for families that live in Solutions for Change housing. The baskets and boxes consist of food, clothes, and toys. We found the families to be very grateful and happy with their love homes while we were delivering the baskets and boxes. It's a really outstanding program.
Solutions for Change has taken a practical approach to making change in the community - and its working. No more handouts, just a hand up when people need it. A safe place to stay, a way to get back to work and an environment that keeps everyone – especially the kids – safe from going backwards.
I'm a volunteer for approx. seven years..
I have been in shelters when my children were small over 30 years ago. The shelters would only house you for one to two months, not nearly enough time to get your life back together. Solutions for Change is an awesome program helping people get back on their feet and addressing the issues most needed. A long term hand and experience is what changes lives permanently. --christina castaneda
Solutions for Change 11/21/2018
This anonymous person is referring to our Cofounder and CEO Chris Megison who, with unanimous support of the Board and overwhelming support from our donors, supporters and the homeless families we serve made what most considered at the time was the biggest decision in our history. After 17 years of winning competitive federal and state grants to help fund some of our most critical family programs, we were faced with an ultimatum. Either we would put aside our long held core values of running drug free accountability based work programs and fall in line with the new state policies of drug-allowed housing being put upon all homeless nonprofits, or we would walk away. We chose to walk, immediately losing over $600,000 in annual funding with millions more now out of reach. We have recently become aware of individuals like this who are now targeting Solutions because of our advocacy work on Capital Hill and our winning national praises for our integrity and results.
Solutions for Change 11/21/2018
This anonymous person is referring to our Cofounder and CEO Chris Megison who, with unanimous support of the Board and overwhelming support from our donors, supporters and the homeless families we serve made what most considered at the time was the biggest decision in our history. After 17 years of winning competitive federal and state grants to help fund some of our most critical family programs, we were faced with an ultimatum. Either we would put aside our long held core values of running drug free accountability based work programs and fall in line with the new state policies of drug-allowed housing being put upon all homeless nonprofits, or we would walk away. We chose to walk, immediately losing over $600,000 in annual funding with millions more now out of reach. We have recently become aware of individuals like this who are now targeting Solutions because of our advocacy work on Capital Hill and our winning national praises for our integrity and results.