Stories of Transformation

Stories of Transformation

‘We All Need a Chance to Heal’

July 5, 2023 | Comments Off on ‘We All Need a Chance to Heal’

‘Mental Health Is an Everybody Issue’

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‘Going Through All the MHALA Programs Was a Godsend’

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‘Getting Connected to MHALA Helped Me Right From the Start’

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‘Everyone Always Treated Me With a Smile’

December 16, 2021 | Comments Off on ‘Everyone Always Treated Me With a Smile’

‘Now I Have a Really Strong Support System’

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A Journey of Restoration and Self-Expression

June 15, 2021 | Comments Off on A Journey of Restoration and Self-Expression

‘My Life Is New’

April 28, 2021 | Comments Off on ‘My Life Is New’

‘MHALA Came Through for Me’

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‘2020 Was My Year’

December 18, 2020 | Comments Off on ‘2020 Was My Year’

‘We All Need a Chance to Heal’

Troy spent two decades of his life battling severe depression. At some points, his depression left him unable to leave his house for months.

“I suffered in silence until I came to a point where I sought help,” Troy said.

Troy sought that help through MHALA six years ago. During that time, he’s been connected to housing and mental health services through MHALA’s Housing and Wellness programs. These connections linked Troy with a supportive team to share his struggles with so he no longer has to suffer in silence.

“How to not suffer in silence is one of the greatest gifts because it gives you the opportunity to start the process of healing,” said Troy. “That’s what we all need when we’re suffering with mental health issues — a chance to heal.”

Writing His Way to Improved Mental Health

For Troy, healing often comes in the form of writing. Writing poetry, short stories, and books helped Troy regain control of his thoughts.

“Writing was the key for me taking back my mental health,” Troy said. “I put anything in my mind down on paper and that gives me the power, the confidence to strive for a better, healthier me.”

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