Four years ago, Aaliyah was struggling in an unsafe home with her four children. She took a leap of faith with just $1,000 and moved her family. After spending time in a homeless shelter, she was relieved to get a call from Solid Ground, who welcomed her with open arms, furnishings, financial support, and stability she hadn’t known in some time.
“Not only did East Metro Place become my safe haven, they challenged me with monthly goals, financial advice, parenting classes– and I participated in every opportunity offered. Solid Ground gives you the tools to become the version of yourself you aspire to be.”
My two years at East Metro Place were like walking up a staircase. With each step we took, we acquired more knowledge and confidence to lead our home. That confidence pushed us to find more than just jobs, but careers. My fiancé, Charles, was the first one to acquire steady income, providing for our family. Then I received an opportunity I never saw coming– I was hired at Renewal by Andersen.”
Aaliyah was so excited after her job orientation, but she was scared about losing the benefits that she and her family had relied on for stability. “Leaving benefits without savings and additional support was overwhelming but Solid Ground had prepared me, I knew I could handle it.”
Now, two years later, she and her fiancé, Charles, are employed full-time with excellent benefits. They are newly engaged and planning their wedding, as they search for their forever home. “We are providing a life for our kids we never experienced!”
Aaliyah’s children are thriving. They have gained confidence after living at Solid Ground. They made friends, learned how to ride bikes, and their personalities started to shine. They caught up in school and found their spark again.
“If you stay focused on your goals, you will succeed, and Solid Ground will be there cheering you on every step of the way.”
Even now, when she comes home tired after a long shift, Aaliyah reminds herself that she used to pray for days like this. “Solid Ground taught me to believe in myself. And that’s the voice I still carry with me today: “You got this. Don’t give up.”
That’s what your support makes possible. Not just housing, but hope. Not just stability, but strength. Families like mine can build a future…because of Solid Ground, and because of your generosity. Thank you!