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Shannon — Making a Change
No matter what challenges she has faced in life, Shannon has always tried to do her best. When mental health challenges mounted, she turned to substances to cope. "I knew I needed help and entered a recovery program," Shannon shares. "I stayed sober for nearly two years. Then I relapsed and lost everything — including my home."
During a brief stay at another shelter, Shannon heard about Yawkey House, Pine Street Inn's shelter for women. "Everyone told me Pine Street had the resources to help me get back on my feet," says Shannon. "Coming here was the best decision I could have made. The staff are compassionate and want to help."
Since arriving, Shannon has applied for housing, reconnected with therapy and prioritized her mental health. "Having structure makes such a difference and has helped with my recovery," she says.
For now, Shannon is taking things one step at a time. "This change was hard," she says. "But it’s a good one."
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