Time for Change Foundation

I am just beginning my journey. My name is Lillian. I paroled this year 2023 with no where to go. I am grateful for the Time for Change Foundation. They connected me to Crossroads, gave me a positive mentor Phyllis Scott, the basic necessities to thrive, and a positive place for me to get my life together.

Hi I'm Winda,
I'm a recovering addict. While we are all different the things that we went through are basically the same. This time around I was blessed to land in an excellent program called Crossroads...Through Crossroads I was introduced to" A Time for Change/ Positive Future". Their staff is wonderful and hand on. My experiences with A Time for Change/ positive Futures staff have been exciting, informative, and encouraging. Not too long ago they invited me to a Women's Conference for a weekend it was phenomenal. I've learned with them that even though we struggle, we have to lean into the spirit, do the personal work and humble ourselves to do better in life. Today I feel like no matter what - I'm not alone they're supportive. I want to thank them for all of the time and energy they put into helping women like me…

This month is 9 years with this organization. I love it here and I'm so grateful for Ms. Carter the Ambassador for believing in me and trusting me to work with my recovery, past criminal history to implement it with my job to the ladies who come from all walks of life. Ms. Carter and Vanessa Perez her right hand Executive Director has pushed me to limits that I didn't know that was in me, for that I'm blessed and I thank God everyday for this great opportunity, to help the women who cross this path at Time for Change Foundation. This organization has grown me up and stood me up to be the best woman i could be.

It is a blessing to be in the time for change program. I have hope and everything I need to succeed and become self sufficient. I am a mother and am working to get employed and get an apartment for me and my children. Here at time for change I have support and attend counseling , na/aa , parenting, and money management classes weekly. my caseworker is involved with me daily and each and everyday I am completing and working towards my goals. thank you time for change foundation..

Time For Change is yet the best thing that has ever came into my life, besides my son.
The Time For Change Foundation has helped me in so many different areas TREMENDOUSLY.
Words cant explain how thankful and grateful i am for Time For Change Foundation and every1 that serves here.

Time for change has givin me the stability and support to achive my goals. They have provided me with parenting classes and legal support to gain coustody of my children.
From just comming outta prison all my financial, housing, and emotional needs are being met.
I am eternally greatful for Time For Change Foundation and all who support the Needs of women and children.

Hi, ya'll!
First and foremost , I am currently in the womans' and children shelter in the time for change foundation. I can honestly say my life has new hope and balance again. Not only am I getting the help I have long since sought for but slowly but surely my future has a bright path I did not know was possible. The resources and services offered here are remarkable. There really are people out there who care and are dedicated to making a difference in peoples lives for the better out there. DO NOT GIVE UP, THERE IS HOPE.

This program has helped me out tremendously, they actually care about their clients. They're helping me get my custody of my child, their teaching me life skills to be self sufficient from learning how to cook to learning how to prepare for a job. Not only that but we're a family and we all help each other succeed.

Time For Change Foundation has given me all the support i need to get my children back and help me become a better mother and person in recovery.Thank You Time For Change Foundation and its employees for being here for me.

Being here at Time For Change Foundation has been a blessing to me.The love,care,support and help they give me is helping me in my recovery my reintegration into society and in becoming a strong confident woman. THANK YOU TIME FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION AND ALL ITS EMPLOYEES FOR BEING HERE FOR ME.

First of all I would like to say how truly blessed I am to still have a job during this crazy pandemic. They have figured out a way for us to continue working remotely while providing us with safety gear such as masks and gloves to make sure our team makes it through. We are assisting with rental assistance to help our community for those who have lost jobs due to COVID-19 and there are A LOT of people who are no longer working-so I'm truly blessed and financially safe. I've also been on the other side of this program as I started out as a client. I came to them broken without anything, without my 2 boys even. Addicted to drugs and running from a very abusive relationship. They helped me to rebuild myself into the woman that I am today. Helped me heal from my past. I am very proud that I've got my boys back in my life, have my own place, own car and job where I get to help women like myself. I would definitely recommend this program to anyone wanting to change. It's a life changer for sure!

I've been enployed with Time for Change Foundation since October 2018 and it is has been an honor to serve in the capacity of Case Manager and now a Project Specialist II. The organization is a model of success with it's evidence based programs and housing. I've witnessed the success firsthand of women and children being reunited and women being welcomed with open arms after being released from prison. During this coronavirus pandemic, Time for Change Foundation has managed to maintain our staff and continue to serve our clients and that has given us all peace of mind in the midst of these trying times!

Working for TFCF is a gratifying experience. The mission as a non-profit organization is a noble and genuine one. This organization endeavors to end homelessness by building self-sufficiency in women, alongside the provision of vital services to ensure their physical and emotional security.

As a member of this organization, I can only express my gratitude to my leaders who have observed my abilities as a professional, giving me growth in many aspects.

Every professional seeks development in a reliable company that provides respect and opportunities to see themselves in it in the long term. With TFCF, I consider this is one of these reputable companies.

 Organizations like TFCF have shown to value professional service and especially in a crisis like the one the world is going through (COVID-19), where it not only allows me to continue my work but to see growth in the future with my performance.

Always grateful to be a part of TFCF and to serve a vulnerable community with dignity, respect, and vision.

Time for change help my mom and my siblings and me get on are feet if it wasn't for time for change my mom would probably still be high everyday and having hang overs and always spending on drugs and i am very thankful for Ms. kim Carter and her crew for helping us

Before my mom found out about Time for Change Foundation, we didn't have anywhere to live. My mom would try to stay with one of our family members or get a motel. After about two months, my mom found out about Time for Change. Time for Change help my mom, brothers, and I get back on our feet. They offered classes for my mom, they gave us a place to live and gave my mom a job with the program. Now that Time for Change help my family get back on our feet, we are living a better life than we were. Time for Change gave my family and I a huge chance to get back on our feet. Time for Change will always be a huge part of my life, so thank you Time for Change for giving us a chance to change.

A time for change foundation has changed my life! With the care and support of thier staff I have been able to reach all of my short term goals and have become a new person. Through my participation in thier possitive futures program I have completed career development training and obtained employment at a job that I love. They have provided me with counselling and therapy which has made it possible to rebuild a relationship with my family and I am progressing towards regaining custody of my three children, which I never believed would have been possible. I have been placed in a safe and healthy sober living environment where I have been blessed with a wonderful support system which helps me to maintain the lifestyle changes that keep me progressing towards self sufficiency. With the constant encouragement and all of the supportive services that A Time For Change Foundation provides me I know I will continue to improve and grow and I am forever grateful beyond words for all that they have done. Thank you A Time For Change Foundation!! With love and sincere appreciation, Brianna Englund.

A time for change foundation is a place where you can find hope , faith, love, compassion, as well as yourself. Mrs. Carter an amazing woman is helps from the heart. If you are looking to make change in your life for the good, she will assist you. Giving all proper tools needed for change. She loves very hard. And she will help you love yourself even more.������

My name is Dwayne Robinson and I am a compliance offer and SUD counselor at time for change. During this time of convid 19, TFCF has done what we have always done. That is to ensure that the welfare of others are considered first. We have ensured that the women in the program are safe and practicing social distances. Safe guarding the children in the program . Every individual that comes into the program is giving the same opportunity to become self sufficient and taught to be the mother that they desire to become. I have been blessed to see this work, Some women come in with their capacity of thinking and want to change the program instead of allow the program to work for them. TFCF is continue to do awesome things. We could not do this without the help of others. Thank you and GOD bless.

HI name is Krysral Rizo i'm a client at time for change foundation ,i came from being homeless being pregnant .I already had DCFS case with my twins,from being at this program i got to bring home my son who is now three months .I'm reunifying with my twins who i see every week.when i had my newborn son Time for change threw me a baby shower for my baby this program is helping me be self sufficient because i never knew how to be also to be the parent i need to ,to my children this program has helped me in so many areas..Thank you time for change ...

I love Time For Change Foundation. This organization offers the best form of help, that can be given in the state of California. Its build to help women transition from prison, as well as gain self sufficiency. I am proud to be a part of it. This has truly been a blessing. It has helped me accomplish some of my personal goals that I couldn't seem to do for years. I am so much closer to becoming self sufficient, getting my daughter and staying grounded. This program is created to help women transition from prison to the real world as well as to help women reunify with their children and become productive citizens in society. Thank you time for change for this opportunity. -Shelisha Gray

My name is Ilka Rosales. I am currently a client at a time for change foundation. i just wanted to let the public know what a BLESSING they are to me in my transition. i was incarcerated for 25 years and was released a month an a half ago. i came to a time for change foundation because i had to go to a transitional housing due to the lenth of time that i was incarcerated. i went to prison at 18 years of age and was released 25 years later. All i have ever dreamed of was coming home and enjoying freedom. Little did i know that after doing 25 years i was institutionalized. i had not realized that i was no longer in tune with the freeworld. i had anxiety attacks, i felt as if i did not belong in the public, and felt as if everyone was looking at me because i was from prison. Even after being free i did not feel free. A time for change foundation and all their staff held my hand through the ups and the downs never judging me or making me feel less than for not acclimating into the community with ease. they were there to constantly check if im ok and yet give me enough room to grow. The classes and groups that they offer here at a time for change helped me tremendously as they are a 24 hour staff assistant program. it did not matter what time of the day it was they always made themselves available and present. i am so grateful for their care, concern and their constant reminders that i do belong in the community and i can make a difference. Since my release and the help and aid from a time for change i am now on my way to a successful transition into self sufficiency. i am currently enrolled and attend Chaffey College, i have a job, and am able to go into stores and places with ease. There was no way i would have had the success that i have without the help of a time for change. i would have been another woman to increase the recividism rate of formerly incarcerated women. I just want to thank a time for change and the people who help fund this program because without programs like a time for change i would not have become the self-sufficient woman that i have become but another number with another violation.

This agency has helped transform my life! I came to them from a domestic violent relationship. Every time I tried to leave, I was homeless. I had lost my children and became very addicted to drugs. I'm frankly surprised I made it out alive. Time for Change Foundation welcomed me with open arms. I was given a case manager who worked closely with me. She helped me take a look at my life and make personal goals I would be working toward. My 4 goals I had for myself were 1.)get my children back in my life 2.)get my license back/and a car 3.)get a place to live 4.)get a job...oh, and of course maintain my sobriety. I am very proud that I have reached every goal I had for myself! I couldn't have done it without the love, support and stability this program has to offer! It truly changed me from the inside out! I am now the woman God intended me to be! I am self-sufficient and am able to take care of myself and my family! I will always be in support of Time for Change Foundation! -A. Durante

Before I found this program, I got clean and sober, and i wanted to change my life. My daughter was in foster care and i needed to get her back. When i was excepted into there program, i knew my life would change. They were so supportive, and welcoming i knew i was in the right place. This program has a staff with considerable diversity in style... of what they do. Not only did they except me into there program, they helped me get my daughter out of foster care, they are giving me a chance to rebuild my life, and be self sufficient

Each of these client served reviews was written under duress. I know because I was directed to stand iver each one and force them to type them. They were not done by free will, and they had no choice

My name is Tanisha Smith i am a blessed and grateful client. Since being here at time for change, I have been learning the skills to becoming self-sufficient.
The groups that we have teaches you and empowers me to be confident in the social world.Even through the most challenging times, Time For Change has help lift my spirit.Now dealing with life on life's terms.My sobriety is number one,Honesty and Responsibility! I want the give my blessing to each counselor,director owner.THANK YOU TIME OR CHANGE!!

I work as a Homeless \ Foster Liaison with San Bernardino City Unified School District and have worked closed with Time For Change staff for the last 11 years. The programs and support given to the women and their children has been amazing. I have seen women enter into the program broken, confused, and depressed transform into advocates for their children, themselves, and the community. San Bernardino is blessed to have an agency that cares enough about women and their children to patiently love them and mentor them. The families are greeted and treated with love, compassion, structure, and life changing experiences.

Time for change has completely changed my life. I came here homeless, drug addicted and without my children. Coming here to time for change was the best decision I could have ever made. Since being here i have attended workshops and groups that have helped me get a job, i have been employed for almost 1 year now, this is the longest i have ever held a job. i have full custody of my children back. this place gives you hope, empowerment and a new life.

Time for change is a really good organization! The staff is very helpful and nurturing. Over the years I have seen Time for Change clients reconnect with their children, develop a new way of thinking and the tools and skills needed to deal with life on life's terms. I have receive counseling, a support group and a family. So grateful that a place like this has been created so woman like me can get our lives together again.

May 15, 2018
I just want thank Time for change for giving me life again if it wasn't for time for change I would of not been able to find myself and been able to be better mom . They gave stability for my children because of my stability I was able to get my 6 year old back it was the best feeling ever . I never had a job Time for change gave me confident and help build me into the women I am today I will always be grateful for time for change and there staff ..Rhonda T

I stayed at the sweet dreams shelter for 7 months and In that time I closed my cps case and graduated from my drug treatment program. I now have my own apartment. I now hold a job and am working on getting off early probation.

I've been with time for change foundation for two years and it has been nothing but blessings. Before coming into time for change foundation I was homeless with my two children with nowhere to go and no food but things changed because we became family with time for change foundation they welcomed me and my children with open hands I've never had a job till I worked for time for change foundation I got my own apartment also a savings got a car job and most importantly my children and my sobriety. If it wasn't for my family here at time for change foundation I do not know where I would be I'm very thankful and very grateful for the staff and resources here.

Time for Change Foundation has completely transformed me and my families life. We recently went to a church in Fontana were they honored the woman of time for change for making the positive changes necessary to be a productive member of society. Since being at this foundation I have completed a six month intensive drug and alcohol program, became a successful full time college student, and a loving mother to my thriving children.

Time for Change Foundation is the best thing that happen for me and my family i have been nothing but blessed since i came to this Foundation. I got my son back out of CFS custody . I now have my own place . They did things for me that i could not do for myself and for that i am very grateful. I love myself today i know how to use my voice in a positive way i am a leader i know how to budget my money, and know how to live happy in a drug free environment. We need more Time for Change Foundations in this world so that other people can have the same chance that was given to me.

My name is Dawn and I have been with TFCF for 2 years now. Before coming here I was on drugs,homeless, broken, and without my children. Since coming here I have gotten my children out of CFS and also have gotten my case closed. I now live in my own apartment, I am also employable now. Before coming here I did not believe that I deserved to have a happy life with my children, I felt the only thing I was good at was being a drug addict, but now I realize that I do deserve to be happy and me and my children deserve nothing but the best. Time for Change has given me the voice I never thought i could have.

never have i thought there was any one who cared about me changing nor any place to help me change... until i got to TIME FOR CHANGE were they are more then caring, supportive, and just want to see you succeed in life altogether .....in just a few weeks of me being here i have found my family .....i've gotten a job. working on getting my license, all my kids back in my life and much more so happy to be here..... THANK YOU ALL AT TIME FOR CHANGE ROSEMARY 2018

My name is Rachelle Phipps, and I came into The Time for Change Foundation right after serving a two year prison term. I was passing through San Bernardino, Ca. from Houston, Tx. when I had caught my case, so getting released from prison, being on parole, and not being able to go back to where I was from left me jobless, homeless, and hopeless. By the grace of God, I was accepted into Time for Change the very next day of my release, so I didnt have to go back to the streets. This was approximately 2 months ago. Since then, I have been provided with a loving home, food, clothing, group therapy, job skills, medical insurance, and so much more. Today, I have a job and am making an honest living. Time for Change has not only helped me physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. The staff here is awesome, and they've helped me to discover so much about myself as a person. I just want to take the time to let them know how appreciative that I am to be here, and that i will never settle, but to forever strive for greatness. Thank you Ms. Lisa, Ms. Vanessa, Ms. Phyllis, Ms. Gina, Mr. Dwayne, Ms. Mayra, Ms. Sereeta, and most of all, Ms. Kim Carter. This program DOES work!

My father passed away and the house was under reverse mortgage. I found myself homeless with my two children. Time for change accepted my children and I with open hearts and arms.
They treat us like family, I am so thankful and grateful to have found an organization like Time for Change. Anything that my children or I need they accommodate us with. It has been a privilege working with all the clients and case workers. They are all so kind, helpful and generous. There mission is to help me be self sufficient and I am looking forward to it.

hello my name is Tanisha,Time For Change has made it possible for me to reunite with my self esteem,All the counselors here are firm and loving.Mothers Day was enjoyed and peaceful something that I haven't had in a long time.Thank you Time For Change!!!!! GOD BLESS this foundation it has made a big difference in my life in so little time and i pray for the best for everyone.

my name is Arianna Menjivar, i've been in this program going on 3 years. my journey through this program has been an eye opener. having teachers like Ms. Phyllis, Ms.lisa, Ms. Carter, Ms. Vanessa and Mr. Dwayne walk you and guiding you and showing you a new way of life is an amzaing expiernce. coming into this program i was alone, broken and had no sense of purpose. i came in alone. i didnt have my kids or know where i was going in life or even what i wanted. time for change has been working with me to make me the the self sufficient and responsible young lady i am today. being in this program i gained my own apartment, employment a car and my drivers liscense. things ive never had before in my life. im truly grateful for all the expiernces and lesson i have gained well being here.

My name is Joanna Gongora and i am a mother of 4 and currently pregnant . I got my kids removed by CPS last year on July 25th and i am currently in reunification with them and being in Time For Change Foundation i will be able to get my kids back in my custody . As well as when my little girl is born i will be able to bring her home with me as soon as they discharge us from the hospital . They also blessed me with a baby shower when i had nothing to begin with I am truly blessed, ever since i came in to the program i was welcomed with open arms and they are building me up to be self sufficiency. I am currently going to school to get my GED and doing all my classes that is being asked of me with my CPS worker to get my kids back . I am already getting my resume ready to get to start working when i am able to start working ....Thank you Time For Change for all that you are doing for me . I thank GOD each and everyday for opening the doors by them because he knows this is the right place for me ....

My name is Erin Graae and I'm 44 years old. I have been addicted to methamphetamine since the age of 12, in and out of prison for 15 years. My life had been out of control for so long and only prison walls kept me safe. I became desperate for a change. So desperate in fact that it felt like life or death to me. I started looking for help a year before I was to be released and all roads led me to Time For Change. I came here the day after I walked out from behind those prison walls and I had hope but I was still fearful that I wouldn't be able to make it. Today I am not fearful. I am actually empowered! All of the steps that I have been asked to take by the staff at Time For Change have had a purpose. I have been asked to give back to the community and it is a great feeling!! My self esteem has skyrocketed since I was urged to dress for success. I have started restoring my relationship with my kids and I am going to start looking for a job soon. This has all happened in a short amount of time and I have the staff at Time For Change and Kim Carter to thank for my transformation. I know I will still have struggles but I know I won't have to go through them alone and for that I am most grateful.

My name is Rhonda T. i am 47 years old and i have 4 adult children and 5 grandchildren that live in the area. i came her homeless and broken in pieces once more. My homelessness was not my first go around. I have been homeless 23 time in 27 years. I am dull diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and addiction to alcohol and drugs. i most of my life i have battled staying in one place due to my disorder.. When i came to TFCF i had enough of using my sickness as a way to not be responsible. My family didn't want me and my 3 marriages have failed. I have learned how to get along with other women and stay away from men. not because men are bad, i just need to heal from running a muck for so long. Its time to learn and love me and my kids and grandkids. TFCF has given me a safe place to get tools to move forward without sabotaging. The classes that are provided have thought me how to save my money. Hold a job and be on time. Give back to the community and embrace change permanently not temporarily . I volunteer sometimes and i love to be apart of this organization and movement. I wish i had this place when my kids were young maybe i wouldn't have put them through what they went through. Nevertheless I am happy inside and focused for the first time. i am truly grateful and i can't wait to see what next for me and my family.

My name is Lynda, I am 43 years old and was welcomed to be a apart of A Time For Change Foundation on Feb. 5, 2018. After being homeless with two kids since Oct.22,2017, I'm greatful to to have a roof over my head and a great support team guiding me to make a change in becoming a self sufficient and responsible adult. Fortunately, I was placed with a very supportive case manager who is helping me to accomplish my goals .

My name is Deanna Rubio I am a addict/alcoholic/gambler, i have been a addict for most of my life since the age of 13 years old in 2000 i lost my kids to cps i went to cedar house completed a 6 month program i got a job got my kids back stayed clean for 14 years then i started to have problems at home left my husband of 17 years he was having an affair so i left him and began calling old friends got together at a bar and once again began my addiction first with alcohol then began to use and abuse meth everyday lost my kids again to cps and kept running hard in my addiction for 3 years straight until my life was empty once again lost everything and became homeless my kids didnt want nothing to do with me
i now had 4 grandchildren that i was not able to see so i called cedar house everyday for 2 weeks straight finally i talked to a old friend that works at cedar house her name was marty i called and pleaded for her help into the program so she got me in the next day i completed a 60 day program graduated but felt i wasnt ready to go to the streets so Time For Change came the day before i graduated at cedar house and did a presentation i felt that was my calling it was perfect it was a structured program i was told it was a a hard program but the outcome would be worth it so i came to a face to face i was accepted in the program ive been here for 2 weeks and i love it here i found group of ladies whos stories are similar to mine and i was not alone and im not i feel like they are family to me they truly care about there clients and have so much to offer i am gonna be a self sufficient women with a job employment my kids my respect and so much more i am so thankful for time for change and to god for changing my life one day at a time

My name is Nellie Medrano , I was homeless before I came to Time For Change what I learned is organization skills , cooking skills , life skills i am going to school for my GED and I been clean for eight months , I go to groups and participate in the sessions . My goal is to be able to see my two older sons David and Michael after twenty years maybe Time For Change can help me with my goal

My name is Kimberly, I came to Time for Change Thanksgiving 2017 homeless, broken and confused about life. I was 2 weeks which allow me in the doors but i didn't know if TFCF was for me. I have 2 teenage children i hadn't a relationship with for a while due to my addiction to alcohol and the streets. The staff made me feel loved and gave me hope. They took the time to teach me how to live and let go of my past For the past few months i have done well in school and gained a relationship with my children. I can see better now that the rain is gone and their is hope for me and my family..

Last year I had lost my house and car and was unable to work due to my pregnancy. Me and my two little girls had no where to go and we going from couch to couch. After getting into Time For Change I had a home to take my newborn baby to. While in the program I was able to take parenting classes, relapse prevention classes and learn to manage my money. I was also able to have a saving and claim my independence and became self sufficient. I now have a beautiful two bedroom apartment that me and my three girls can now call home.

I first got to Time for Change in 2014 I started off in the shelter which is Sweet dreams with my 3 children. Since than I have had a few jobs, I am a full time student at San Bernardino Valley College, and I work part time at the bookstores at Valley college looking forward toward a career in Human Service work, So I can help the next woman in need. I have my own apartment thru Time for Change Foundation and my kids are thriving in school as am I. Time for Change has taught me structure and it has given me a foundation in which I continue to build my life on. I am a responsible mother and I am able to give my kids a mom they can be proud of. Today I see future and a goal. I still go to groups and meetings and have monthly one on ones with my case manager. I'm so grateful to Time for Change for giving me my life back.

I have observe women come into the program broken and leave fixed. I have observe women come into the program needing love and gaining it. This has been working for years.

My name is Krystle De La O, I am a pregnant single mother with an amazing nine year old son who's diagnosed with Adult Polycistic Kidney Disease. I am also an addict. I would like to briefly tell my story. For 10 years of using and being unbalanced or unstable, unwanted even lost throughout my time of life. Bumming it depressed or having the mentality and street ways living my life lead me to be sick and tired. I was browsing the web for resources because I really wanted to change and wanted to make a difference for my son and my unborn child, The only thing popping up on my screen that caught my attention was called Time For Change Foundation, so I put a screening form in on site and was called on the next day. My son and I was excepted into Time For Change which is a well based ruled structured program. Being here I'm learning coping skills, Bonding as well as to become self sufficiency. I've also caught up on all the importance in being a parent and the responsibilities in regards to my child, and working hard in accomplishing my goals. I'm Thankful for this opportunity Time For Change has given me to improve and better myself and build the strength and tools I need to succeed, I'm grateful for Time For Change and all the members within time For Change, Its a blessing to be here and for me with many more to come my son Luis and I appreciates it and gives thanks THANK YOU.

HELLO MY NAME IS SALLY PORTER AND IM CURRENTLY IN TIME FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION AS ONE OF THERE CLIENTS. TIME FOR CHANGE IS VERY MUCH FOR A PERSON LIKE ME. I NEEDED THIS PLACE TO HELP BECAUSE AT A POINT IN MY LIFE I HAD NO IDEA HOW TO BE SELF-SUFFICIENT OR HOW TO BE A MOTHER.BEFORE I CAME HEAR I EXPERIENCED HOMELESSNESS AND WAS SERIOUSLY BROKEN. MY ADDICTION KEPT ME OUT THERE FOR 14 YEARS. UNTIL I BECAME DESPERATE FOR CHANGE ALL I KNEW IS I WANTED TO BE THE MOTHER MY DAUGHTER DESERVED AND I WAS WILLING TO DO ANYTHING IT TOOK TO DO SO I WENT TO CEDAR HOUSE AND STARTED MY RECOVERY THERE, I WANTED MORE OUT OF MY LIFE AND JUST WANTED TO BE HAPPY. I BEGAN THIS JOURNY FOR THE SAKE OF MY DAUGHTER BUT WHILE ATTENDING CEDAR HOUSE I INSTEAD BEGAN TO FOCUS ON MYSELF SO THAT I CAN BE RIGHT FOR HER LATER. SO 90 DAYS LATER I WAS ACCEPTED IN TIME FOR CHANGE. I AM SO GREATFUL I AM IN THIS PROGRAM, SINCE IVE BEEN HEAR IVE ACCOMPLISHED MY HEALTH IN THE RIGHT PLACE, MY STATE OF MIND AND MY SPIRIT SO FAR IVE HAD SEVERAL JOB INTERVIEWS. IVE SEEN MY DAUGHTER, IVE GAINED RELATIONSHIPS THAT ARE BEYOUND MY DREAMS. THIS PLACE IS FILLED WITH HOPE AND LOVING PEOPLE. IT HAS CHANGED MY LIFE AND WILL CONTINUE TO CHANGE IT. I LOOK FORWARD TO BEING A SUCESSS BECAUSE TIME FOR CHANGE HAS MADE A DEEP IMPACT IN MY LIFE.

My name is Gloria Garcia I would like to share with you how my life has changed once I made one phone call to Time For Change Foundation and asked for help. I have struggled half my adult life with drugs and alcohol ended up losing custody of my daughter after going to jail for domestic violence. I was filled with guilt and shame for losing my sobriety, custody of daughter, job, and home. I felt worthless and hopeless and lost myself once again to drugs and alcohol and to abusive relationships. I entered residential treatment in January 2017. I called TFCF and asked for help. I transitioned from treatment into TFCF homeless shelter which is teaching me humility, structure, coping skills, treatment services, empowerment, and also self sufficiency. I have visits with my daughter on weekends and I am working towards reunification . Today I am grateful for my sobriety my bed at TFCF and all the groups and services available to me here at TFCF. I am employed today and working towards goals that I can achieve with all the support from my family and TFCF. I would like to Thank TFCF for giving me another chance when no one else would.

I have been at Time for Change Foundation for 11 months now. I came to Time for Change because I was a broken, homeless, alcoholic, single mother of four who was ready for a change in my life. I started off at Sweet Dreams which is a beautiful home in a good neighborhood for women with children. The program has a no man policy so I had to leave my oldest son with my mother till I got on my feet. So I stayed there for four months doing everything that I was told to do and it paid off. On November 4, 2016 I was surprised with my own two bedroom full furnished apartment through the Homes of Hope program. The following day Time for Change reunited me with my son bringing him to me. I now have a job and am also a part-time student in college. I also have a savings account that I build up monthly thanks to Time for Change Foundation. Time for Change is a heaven sent program and I am so humbly grateful for everything they have done and are still doing for me.

First off I know that funding is not going where it is suppose to they said they would help me pay for a room since I was disabled that was a week and a day ago then I called had to g t then notice to move I did not have choice owner was selling house and that was this past Monday then they made me get a lease so I went to a man that offered me his back house but nack house needs electricity fixed and other stuff then I could move in July 1,2017 then I called everyday after just to be told rules have changed and looking in there website and flyer it says different so they turned me down. That tells me that they took funding and is misleading people. And I used all my money for my prescription and doctor co pay because I have chronic lupus and diabetes as well as other diseases that are making me ill. I'm photo sensitive to the sun and they sun has knocked me to the ground all week and I got ill. I know about funding and it'sad when nonprofits use money that they don't need it on yet I still got referred to then today may 26,2017. It saddens me cause I could use my church to get grants and do what I'm suppose to but I'm not established out in the high desert yet. I hope god will take me there hearts where they are suppose to do as they say and not lie about its resources

I came to time for Change out of Gibson house still very much lost and broken. Time for changed open their doors to me with the opportunity to find myself again, to regain custody of my daughter and to help me be independent once again. I am very grateful for this blessing god and Ms. Carter has given me. I have only been in this program one month but in that one month I am becoming more confident in myself. Thank You time for Change for helping me get my life back.

Let me begin by stating my experiences of homelessness being a scary place .
feeling hopeless ,unworthy and condemn. Broken shattered in many pieces uncertain of my future . "TFCF" gives you back your life piece by piece they help you repair the brokenness you attain along the way . by providing a safe place to rest your self in the comfort of a warm and safe bed . "TFCF" aids you in the way of trusting again , by assisting in Group Sessions , by listening to your new found sisters life struggles . it becomes clear just how close you really are . "TFCF" aids you in Mental Health ,Physical Health and Spirital Health. helping you to fully embrace Self Suffiency .
I AM SO THANKFUL FOR "TIME FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION
"TFCF" inspired me to write this peom

: TIME FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION
well if it time for a change ,
no longer can I stay the same .
We must move on we must give
birth and be reborn .
Changing our passed , pushing forth
the future and what it holds ,
No more lame excuses it time to ,
grow up and become bold .
Showing the way to those who ,
come behind us , and not those who try to bind us .
Am I worthy , can it be , that anyone can possibly love me ,
Will I live to see , all that I can be
My KINDA ME

It's going on a year i been here words cant explain how wonderful my life has turn around . I got my own apartment my kids get perfect attendance every month. I got my first and honest job here at time for Change Foundation it feel so good to be apart of something great.

I volunteered to serve my community, this nonprofit organization has helped me to achieve these goals. While others seem to about the community, this organization provided us with the opportunity to actually go out and literally knock on doors and meet with the community members.

I really enjoyed doing the GOTV Project it was a good opportunity for Myself & My Coworkers.Thanks Again to the Entire Time For Change Staff, I Love you all so much!!!

I really loved working here. I met a lot of great people. and learned a lot of great things. this foundation really cares about people's needs. keep up the good work !

Time for change helps and influences a lot of women and children's life in a positive way. Helps women turn their life around and become the mother's that our children need and also helps them become members of society.

time for change has to be one of the most amazing foundations I have encountered . from the staff to the clients everyone was very warm and welcoming i volunteered here and i would do it again and again they treat you like you have been working with them for years a family vibe is something you definitely feel when walking through those doors !!!

A blessing that I found time for change foundation and was excepted into the program. Coming into the program completely broken young women from the inside and out. I was homeless, no confidence, no self sufficiency, faith was broken, no hope, no motivation, and no direction for my own life. Since being here I have had many blessings. I have had a roof over my head in one of the few beautiful shelter homes they have within the foundation. I was under weight arriving here, and only had two pairs of clothing entering into the program. Now I am the proper weight and have a nice size wardrobe. Surrounded with caring, loving, fun, humorous clients and staff is amazing. I have been able to build relationship, and memories. That will last me forever. I have been rebuilding myself in all aspects. With the way I feel, look, and carry myself. I attend group Monday - Friday in the evening and job search Monday - Friday during the day. Which It has have helped connect with the other girls, as well as get out emotions and situations things that I am not the only one. They have helped get into individual therapy which I attended weekly. To help me get through old and current issues. I have gone several interview while being here. I had been able to landed a temp job that was my highest pay ever. I have been able to establish a saving account for the first time in my entire whole life. I am almost 25 years old and never been able to save a penny until coming here. I have see the growth within myself and many other clients. I have seen clients get clean and stay clean through the help of the program. I have seen clients get the there children back and establish quality relationships. This a wonderful foundation and do many great things.

Before coming to time for change foundation i suffered with drugs for sixteen years. i lost my kids to my aunt due to my drug addiction. Right after that i went to prison after getting out i had my daughter Londyn. When she was born she passed away two and a half months later then i relapsed. At that moment i realized i needed help i went to program which i completed. I didn't have anywhere else to go, that's when i heard about time for change. Since being here i have been able to overcome some challenges that held me back in my past and i have been able to move forward in a healthy way. Time for change is a blessing and i thank god everyday for giving me the opportunity to be here.

I interned with Time for Change Foundation while I was getting my Undergraduate degree at the University of Redlands. The level of dedication and commitment to changing the lives of individuals and communities for the better, was inspiring to say the least. I am now recently graduated and have been hired as a full time member of the Time for Change Foundation team. I am even more impressed by the level of support that this group of individuals is capable of providing to the communities they serve, as well as one another. It really is like one big, incredibly hardworking, family.

My name is Rayanne I'm 23 years old with two beautiful little girls,how i came into time for change is couple of woman and one staff member found me and my kids walking in the rain with no where to go they put me into an hotel, and on December 24 me and my two children came into there shelter sweet dreams we woke up Christmas morning with Ms. Kim having gifts for my kids we walked in to time for change with just the clothes on our back we were very blessed. Now i been here with time for change for nine months i still have my sobriety I'm also in my own apartment i went back to school i have a saving and most in importantly my children are very happy and blessed, i never thought i would of came this far Ms. Kim and all of here staff never gave up on me and i thank each and everyone of them for the bottom of my heart.

Wow!!! I do not know where to start,but first off I'm so Blessed,to be a part of TimeForChange. I am finally able to get My life back in order,Thanks to the Help of The Time for Change Foundation,which has been a true Blessing to My Son & Life.I will always be Grateful to Ms.Carter, her Staff & My Sisters for becoming My New Family & Support team.TFCF LOVE 4LIFE!!!! ***Kisha Valentine***

i came to time for change after getting out of prison an its been a awesome experience since i have been here i love the structure , the meetings help me stay grounded an focused in my recovery , its a wonderful support system especially for single mothers seeking to get there kids back an in a structured order, its also a plus when it comes to finding a job an maintaining you sobriety i highly appreciate the change in my life since i have been in this program i am glad that i finally have the tools i need to be a good mommy to my kids an have a structured program to keep me off drugs an maintain my sobriety this program has alot of love i have never felt so welcome any were the way i do with time for change its a awesome new begging an i now have a new family that helps be threw all my struggles god has been very good to me during this as well by having people around me that can understand me without judging me or looking down on me...so with that being said i would like to thank every one in this program for being a good supporter to me during my recovery....an may god bless every one during there recovery.

Since I walked in these doors for time for change in Feb ,3, 2016 my life has changed dramatically. Time for change has taught me how to be a better mom, friend, sister and a productive member of society.I will be forever grateful for time for change who never gave up on me and showed me the true meaning of family.

Hello, my name is Shanda...I have struggled with addiction for 14 years and came to this program 9 months ago...I was homeless and had no where to go and no hope left...This program welcomed me in with open arms and showed me love that no one else did. Four months after being in the program, I regained custody of my children and started building a life we should've had all along. I have started a savings which I have never had before, my kids are stable and going to school everyday. I am building structure with them, which we have never really had until now. I wake up in the morning wanting to live instead of wanting to die...I am forever grateful for the staff here at Time For Change and everything they have done and continue to do for my kids and I...I could never thank them enough

i have used drugs since i was 18. im now 25 ive been through rehab about 10 times. and incarcerated for three months. as many times as i have done programs i have never been in a program where i was able to get them help i need and move foward in my life. ive been here for 3 months and ive already built a savings account and had a job. i have a place to call home. i get to see my son more than i was before. ive grown so much and im able to deal with the things life throws at me instead of running back to drugs or the streets or men. this place has truley shown me i dont need anyone to define me. i no longer run from my fears but i face them.

Since working with TFCF for 4 years it is a pleasure to give my all in meeting the women and children where they are helpless and hopeless, to guide them to a place they only dream about. The women become mothers to their children and the children become kids where they get to play and no longer be the parent. The mother and kids come together and be a family and know that they are stable, in a nurturing, safe and healthy environment. The family becomes thriving and self sufficient, thanks to the team I work with at TFCF.

Time for Change is the most extraordinary non-profit that helps homeless women and children change their lives. Over the past 12 years I have seen so many lives changed and these women and children become true miracles with this life-changing program.

This agency runs a very tight ship to deliver the evidence based results the programs are intended to deliver. I have been involved with the agency for over 6 months now and positive that the work being done here is for the benefit of the clients and that the only self-interest among employees is to see each client succeed in attaining each of their goals. The model set in place here, is something that can and should very well be replicated in other urban under-served areas of the country.

I did my internship with this organization during my last quarter at CSUSB. I am so glad I ended up doing my internship here. I fell in love with the organization and what it stands for. The people who work at Time for Change are extremely dedicated and determined to improve and change the lives of the women who come through their doors. I am so lucky to have been chosen to work here as a Case Manager and see first hand just how wonderful it is to give these women a second chance and see exactly what they are capable of.

7 years ago I was in prison with nowhere to go. An ex-drug addict I use drugs for over 24 years of my life and had no idea what to do. I know I had three choices stay imprison, go mentally insane or death. Seven years ago was the last time I went to prison. I came to Time for Change Foundation asking for help. I knew I was tired of doing the same thing and expecting different results time after time again. I was jailed for using drugs in public (under the influence) over 72 times right here in San Bernardino. Each time I would get out and go back to what I always did, use crack. This organization taught me how to live, how to love, how to be loved. I am so grateful today for the things that I do, the people in my life and the people that I make happy, and people that make me happy. Thanks to Time for Change Foundation I am loved.

I am MORE THAN GRATEFUL to this organization! My granddaughter went looking for help with her addiction and they helped her get into a detox and drug treatment program the same day. Time for Change is a blessing! Thank you so much for all the work you do!

It was a place of refuge and serverd its purpose for the time being,,however in order to obtain your goals in this environment u must b passive ,this place is based on favoritism not individual case management. people come from all walks of life and have many cultural differences most people who go threw this program are hired at a dead end job that's actually illegal and sent to homes of hope which includes your own apparent however your confined to the program and not free to live your individual life ,there is a lot of pettiness, vindictiveness, as well as childishness amongst staff it creates a stressful environment for healing and processing ,,client have been written up for silly things to simply degrade instead of being constructive criticism to teach and learn from ,if u do not conform to certain expectations such as being a voting participant and other things or will cause problems in your success there is not strong communication between staff its a very devided .

After I graduated from college two years ago, it was very difficult for me to find a job in my field of Women's Studies. Therefore, I started working at a call center where I met a co-worker who seemed different from most. He was hard working, unselfish, and very motivating. One day he was searching for emergency resources to help him as a single father of four young children. He then came across Time For Change Foundation Organization, where he received support so him and his family can move into their own apartment. He always talked about how other programs turned him away because he was a man. I felt inspired about the impact TFCF had left on my co-worker. He suggested I volunteer. Working full time, I started volunteering for TFCF on my off days. It was one of the best decisions I made in my life. I have never worked in such a positive and accepting environment. As clients come in and out of the door, Mrs.Carter and the staff always made sure everyone was assisted with some kind of resource. TFCF does not discriminate against anyone because they see individuals for who they are and not how society have stigmatized them. I have seen them work countless hours to make sure someone did not leave our building in their same unfortunate circumstances. TFCF not only sees the potential in clients, but they also seen something special within me. When I did not think other employers can give a post graduate like myself a chance at employment; Mrs. Carter did. I am truly grateful and blessed to be working for one of the best organizations where they truly care about helping the community and building hope in every persons life they come across.

I entered Time For Change a very broken, abused and doubtful person. I trusted no one. How was I supposed too, when the one I loved and was married to was the one breaking me down. The staff at Time For Change understood my situation and my hidden feelings. They helped me open up and face what I had been through. Here I was encouraged to reconnect with God and grow deeper in my personal relationship with Him. Today, I have rediscovered that I am a very worthwhile lady with many attributes to offer to society and my family and to God. Thank you Time For Change for helping me change my life. I any ladies are serious about changing their lives then I encourage them to step forward, take the challenge and contact Time For Change. You will not regret calling.

Before I came to a decision that I did not want to live my life in darkness. I was stuck into using drugs while trying to be a mom. I was not managing life well. so i decide to get help and went to gibson house for women i got clean went threw process groups to heal some internal issues and graduated. after, i came to Time for change cause i needed more structure and guidance I needed to make a change. my experience here has been a huge blessing for me im getting my life back . Im back to being self sufficient. Me and my sons have a place to call our own. me and my sons bond is growing stronger . Im dealing with life and handling life on life terms very well. im working on internal issues thanks to our groups we attend during the week and the metting's i attend also. They keep me real busy in a positive way. Me and my sons are really blessed

Hi my name is Melissa first and for most i'd like to start with how it was before coming to time for change my experience here at time for change and where i'am at now. When entering tfcf I was lost broken homeless and addicted to prescription pill's . I was scared and did not know what to expect from tfcf . little did i know that my life was about to change in so many ways. This program has helped me become a woman again giving me the ability to be a mother again. They have welcomed me like family they have giving me the tool's to becoming sufficient again I have now been in this program for 1 year . And I hold a manager position at work I can pay my bills and save money something that was never in my plans in life I can honestly say that everything iv'e become in the last year has everything to do with time for change foundation and for that i'm vary grateful for all of them.

I got accepted into this program straight from prison. I was given the chance to be successfully reunited with my family. I have been able to see what living a life free from alcohol and drugs are like make honest decisions about my life and to also how to take responsibility for my actions. I was still lost even though I had taken various self-help groups and therapy throughout the years. Time for Change helped me set a positive foundation for my life, and to cherish what true freedom is about. Through all of the many things I have learned the one most important thing is that someone has finally believed in Elizabeth and helped me to be free from all bondage. When you come from where I have come from then you know I am changed because of Time for Change. My name is Elizabeth Ward and I am changed.

My name is Valerie Rodriguez. My experience with Time For Change Foundation has been such a blessing. At first this was new to me to go to anyone for help besides my family. I prayed about three weeks prior to coming March 10, 2015. So this is where my great father Jesus Christ led me. I am leaving the program October 1, 2015 and am really nervous about stepping out in Faith on my own. Time For Change has been a stepping stone, great stepping stone to regaining my children and a preparing a way to succeed and get back on my feet from having came straight out of rehab. I am blessed to be here and met the TFCF staff and other sisters here in the program. I have made friends I will keep forever and learned skills I plan always to keep as well. Words cannot express my gratitude towards TFCF. I would hope as many women possible cross this path as I did here at Time For Change Foundation. Thank You Ms Carter and your staff for this rope out of a whole that i was in in. Most of all Thank You Jesus for instilling such programs into the hearts of your people.

With the assistance of TIME FOR CHANGE and the generosity of Miss.Kim Carter I have been given the blessing of a safe and stable environment to start my healthy foundation to become the mother I was intended to be. Although it takes a lot of work, dedication and commitment to work, go to groups, attend meetings and be a sober healthy mom it is well worth it. I now have a year sober and I have both my children in my life, my family respects me and most of all my actions show I truly respect myself. I have nothing but good to say when someone asks me about this program. Nothing changes until something changes and this program most definitely allows you to do so.

i was in jail thinking where am i going to stay at when i get out.
A friend told me to write time for change. so i write them and they wrote back and said when i get out that i would have a bed waiting for me. so i have a job, car and my own apartment.

I came into a time for change in desperate need. They accepted me right away, since I have been here I have gotten all of my children back. They gave me my own apartment and have guided me through to help me better myself as a mother and a person. I am so thankful for this program and Miss. Carter as well as all her staff for changing my life!
-RM

My name is Desiree Portillo and I'm currently a client in Time
For Change Foundation. I am writing this to encourage others out there who have no hope, no direction, and who have hit rock bottom. This foundation is a realistic success, a rock solid ground in which is helping myself learn how to live in society, it is teaching me independence and reintegrating me in society. In the past i was not able to function in society, i was institutionalized, broken and lost...i really felt there was no hope. But today i can say that i am no longer who i was thanks to time for change foundation, i am learning and growing, i am sober and also my family is being restored due to my progress in time for change. this program really works...thank you Kim Carter, and thank you lord for opening the doors to Time for Change....I've finally been freed from the bondage ....Thank you Time for Change.

my name is Halana.i i got take for my birth mother at age of nine years old.then at age of 13 i was adopted then the adopted mother started to abuse my brother and myself..so then i i went to school and told my teacher that i was getting abused. so then i went back in the system so i was a constant run ,i went from foster homes to foster homes.then i started to use using drugs at the age of 14.then i started to go in and out of jail for different charges.then i ended up homeless for many years .so then i ended up pregnant with my daughter at the age of 22
i was still use through out my whole pregnancy with my daughter.so then child protective service got involved and they took my daughter right at birth.so then i move to another city and i was still fight to get my daughter back and i found out i was pregnant and i then i went into have my son child protective service got involved because i had a open case for my daughter.so then i didn't see nothing happen when i was with the my child father so then i had to step up and be the mother, i was calling different programs then i found time for change foundation,when i came into the program i felt very welcome,i been learning alot about myself ever since i came to time for change foundation.

My name is Stephanie, I am a single mother of a 7 year old boy. I have struggled with the disease of addiction for a majority of my life. Throughout my addiction, I made choices that I am not proud of. In 2014, I was arrested and spent 4 months in jail, during this time my son was in the care of my parents. I was released from jail and immediately went to an inpatient rehabilitation center for 90 days. Nearing the end of my stay at the rehab, I was facing homelessness and was blessed to find Time For Change Foundation.

Upon completing my rehabilitation program I moved into the Sweet Dreams house through Time For Change Foundation. Because of being able to provide clean, safe and stable housing my son was put back into my custody 5 months earlier than originally planned. I am also able to provide healthy home cooked meals for my child, assist him with homework in a wonderful learning environment and nurture him properly.

Thanks to the Time For Change I am active in my recovery program, learning how to be a better mother, and well on my way to self sufficiency.

My name is Xochilt. I am a single mother of an 8 year old boy. I am a recovering alcoholic and a domestic violence survivor. After being homeless for the past year, I was blessed to get into Sweet Dreams at Time For Change. I am very grateful to have a safe home where i can cook, shower, sleep and be a good mother to my son. Today, thanks to the staff and resources at Time For Change, my son has a higher self-esteem, has made friends and attends school on a daily basis. I am currently job searching, active in my recovery, a voice in my community and on a great path to self sufficiency.

I came to Time For Change Foundation in January 2014 with my two small boys. I stayed in the Sweet Dreams Shelter for 5 months once I became employed I was selected to enter their Permanent Supportive Housing. I now have my own apartment, a great job helping women in our community and my children are thriving in school. I just needed someone to believe in me and that is what they did. My life is forever changed because of this program!

The only reason I deduct one star is because their administrative office is located on the second floor of an old building with no elevator. So if you are wheelchair bound this will not be an easy location for you to get to. However, I'm sure the volunteers are willing to accommodate you by screening you at a close coffee shop or restaurant nearby that is ADA friendly.

I mostly donate clothing and shoes to this organization. Most of my stuff is in good shape.

I'm thinking of volunteering for them one day a month.

This office manages two shelters closeby. One is for women and their children leaving domestic violence situations. The other is for women without children. You must be screened to meet their eligibility requirements.

update 03/11/2015:

I met one of the women that graduated from their shelter program. She has a job now. She told me this nonprofit "does work."

I had never heard of Time for Change Foundation until I met one of their clients. A woman who had served over 17 years in prison. She had no where to turn when released from prison. Time for Change provided her with a place to live.
She was required to contribute to the house where she lived by doing a portion of the chores necessary for the upkeep of the living quarters and to contribute to the household budget.
This is not a free-ride.
The women are taught to be self-sufficient. They are taught life skills that many homeless people do not possess. They are taught how to budget for a household, how to balance a checking account, How to plan a meal, how to shop for food, how to care for a household and children.They are taught how to use the bus system, apply for a job. Land a job. Keep a job. Provide for themselves.
I have now met many women who have transitioned from the Foundations program and are self-sufficient, productive members of society when they had formerly been unable to care for themselves.
I have come to know several of these women over the past nine months, they are all wonderful, decent women in various stages of acquiring self-sufficiency.
I believe that Time for Change is wonderful, beneficial organization for individuals, communities and society as a whole.
They are one of the very best organizations for society and individuals that I have ever heard of.
Lawrence W.

If you seen me today, you never would have guessed that 8 months ago I was homeless with two small children. I did not know where we would sleep or how I would get my sons to school. I worried that I would loose my children. Once I entered Time for Change program I was immediately greeted with an "Anything is possible attitude." Today I am employed full time, have an apartment and my sons are thriving in school. Our lives have changed because of the wonderful people at Time for Change. ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!

There are not very many organizations out there like Time for Change Foundation. When I first became familiar with the organization I was amazed at the fact that they do more than just provide shelter for women. They actually change lives! What's amazing is to see a woman who was broken, hurting, and hopeless come into the program and then 3 months later seeing a completely different woman; fearless and empowered to change her life and influence others to do the same. I love that they don't just give a woman a place to stay but they have the structure that will help them to get on their own feet and continue to stand even after the program. When I think of Time for Change I think of that saying, "where there's a will there's a way," because that's exactly how it came to be as successful as it is today. If you're willing to try, you are more than likely to succeed. That's time for Change.

What better way to help the community by helping women & children? The Time for Change Foundation builds women up and get them ready to be successful mothers, workers and mentors for someone else. This is an amazing program with a dedicated staff. May God continue to bless this organization. Kim Carter is my Superhero! -Shanita D. with Unlimited Tax Services

After 17 years of incarceration, I was leaving prison homeless with nothing. Time for Change Foundation provided me with hope that I could rebuild my broken life. 9 months later, I have a fantastic life. I have been self sufficient for 3 months. I have a job, a vehicle, sober extra curricular activities, a relationship with my daughter, a loving husband, a safe and secure home, food in the refrigerator. I am healthy and happy. Time For Change Foundation gave me a hand up with the tools necessary for me to thrive. Its unique programs and services are like no other. I believe I can not only dream big but exceed all my expectations.

I am the editor of the Highland Community News and appreciate not only the work of Time For Change, but their responsible and professional communication with us. I have covered the organization since it first began and fully support its mission of helping women get a fresh start. Their dedication is apparent in everything they do, and money raised goes to support the cause with little for administration. This is one of the best organizations we deal with and we are happy for their success and support their continued service to the community.

Since arriving here at TFC I stop using drugs (two years) I have shelter a roof over my head (homeless since 1999 and incarcerated). I am now more open with individuals, I express myself and I do not have anger issues like I used to. Most of all I have a relationship, with my only child again who is now 20 years old.

Time for Change Foundation got me my daughter back, something for which I am ever thankful for. I used to be on drugs, on the streets, but now I'm finally back on my feet again, trying to be a healthy and productive individual and member of society once more.

Time for Change has also taught me how to be a leader, and advocate for issues that have typically discriminated against folks like myself in the past.

I came to T.F.C 4 months after completing treatment fearful and fighting for a new life. A year and half later, I’m here and I am a new women. That has been taught what it takes to change. Through willingness hard work, mentorship, classes and leadership.