RESOURCE, Inc.

Think about a time when you needed help and someone was there for you. It may have been a family member, a friend or a stranger. They may have listened to you, offered you a hand, or provided guidance at a critical time in your life. We all need others to help us out once in a while. RESOURCE is that source of support and encouragement for many in our community who are stepping forward to discover their potential and achieve their dreams:

• “Maurice” had worked for the same company for 28 years when he was laid off. RESOURCE helped him find training to update his skills, networking opportunities through membership in a professional association, and job leads in his industry. Maurice started his new job this spring, and he reports being very happy with his new employer and the chance to do work that he loves once more.
• “Jodi” became homeless after schizophrenia derailed all her plans for the future. RESOURCE helped her find housing and provides guidance and personal support as she learns to manage and recover from her mental illness. Jodi has a part-time job now and is making plans to begin college in human services so she can be there to help others struggling with a mental illness.
• “Travis” wanted to re-connect with his children, who he had lost touch with because of his addiction. In spite of attending other treatment programs five times, Travis had been unable to maintain his sobriety. RESOURCE provided sober housing and relapse prevention treatment to help Travis remain sober. He just moved into his own apartment and has established visitation with his youngest son.

RESOURCE empowers people to achieve greater personal, social and economic success. Our four operating divisions are Employment Action Center (employment services), Minnesota Resource Center (training and employment services for people with disabilities or other barriers), Recovery Resource Center (chemical health services), and Spectrum Community Mental Health (mental health services).

Last year, we helped 20,787individuals who were working hard to improve their lives:

• 6,125 laid-off workers and other unemployed or underemployed adults seeking employment
• 8,986 parents on welfare working toward self-sufficiency
• 856 “at-risk” youth struggling to survive and thrive
• 1,206 adults with disabilities or other barriers to employment seeking jobs and training
• 1,307 individuals grappling with substance abuse problems – most with a history of relapse and many with prison records
• 2,307 adults with a mental illness living and participating actively in the community

We all have hopes and dreams for our lives. Who helped you to reach for yours? Honor them by stepping forward and helping someone in our community achieve their dreams.