Growing up in North Carolina, Cody experienced abuse at home and began using drugs at just 15. After his mother passed away in 2021, he moved to Texas to help his brother navigate the loss. The overwhelming grief was too much for them, and Cody and his brother fell further into addiction. A few short Read More
Tyler first came to Center of Hope in April 2025. He was living in the home his mother left him and had stable employment with a local construction company, but his health told a much harder story. Years of addiction had taken a toll on his body, particularly his dental health, leading to chronic infections Read More
A cactus’ tough exterior — tough, guarded, and built for survival — reflects where many of our participants begin their journey in counseling but given the right conditions, they bloom. While many participants first come to us seeking help with basic needs, they are often carrying deeper challenges such as anxiety, grief, trauma, or overwhelming Read More
Born in Guatemala, Liseth’s childhood was marked by challenges and separation from her parents. She was raised by her grandmother while her parents worked in the U.S., holding on to the hope of one day reuniting with them. That dream became reality in 2022 when her visa was approved, and she was finally able to Read More
Before coming to Center of Hope, Renee was going through one of the hardest seasons of her life. She was experiencing homelessness, living in a hotel, and struggling to find food. When she reached out for help, she was connected with a life coach, Beth, who introduced her to the CALM class. “I was excited Read More
For Iris, Christmas has looked different these last few years. Life changed dramatically when Iris and her husband began raising their 10-year-old grandson after the sudden passing of their son-in-law. Times have been tough since her husband’s long-time cabinet business closed during COVID, and his health has made things even more difficult. He struggles with Read More
For years, Mary, also known to everyone as “Queen Mary”, was more than a guest to many at Center of Hope. She had her own table in the dining room, where friends naturally gathered around her. Birthdays were celebrated there, not just hers but those of the people she cared about. When someone was struggling, Read More
In her 50s, Lavone chased a dream that many thought was out of reach. Lavone first walked through the doors of Springtown Center of Hope looking for groceries. What she found was a place of hope, healing, and opportunity. Growing up in Grand Prairie, Lavone’s childhood was marked by abuse and instability. She dropped out Read More
This year’s theme for Camp Hope was “Our faith can move mountains” (Matthew 17:20). One part of the curriculum involved working together on a craft project. The campers created something truly meaningful – a neighborhood library. The wooden bookcase is covered with the painted handprints of the campers, and community members will keep it stocked Read More
Londyn grew up in an environment of abuse where she struggled to find her self-worth. At just 15, her father was incarcerated, and her mother was too ill to care for her. Forced to grow up far too soon, she moved in with a friend for shelter and support. At 16, Londyn discovered she was Read More
