"It was a safe space to be in and Mila (Residents Services Manager) welcomed me and made me feel at home. Kelley (Sr. Coordinator, Wellness, Evaluation and Training) was always available to talk to me about anything and when I needed to check-in about my thoughts and feelings. I also looked forward to every meal that the kitchen staff prepared because they were always delicious! Everyone at the shelter was kind and ready to help.”

"I’m so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of The Redwood's Women in Trades: Technician program. It has been a truly unique experience. I knew that I was interested in the trades but I had no way to access the training or education needed to advance in the field. As a full-time single mother, being able to attend school part-time with not only the cost of the course being covered but the books, materials, and transportation has been amazing. Also feeling supported by the staff has made a very positive impact in my life. I’m thankful for this opportunity and look forward to what my future holds."

My girls and I treasure every moment we had living in The Redwood and will keep those memories. We took pictures that we usually sit and look at while we say how much we miss our home The Redwood. The girls miss birthdays at The Redwood, they say those were best birthdays, they also miss the bike camps and the friends they made at Redwood not forgetting the programs they were involved in, ice-cream on Friday nights, we even continue doing it here. Every Friday I treat them to pizza, ice cream and watch a movie on Netflix, just like we did at The Redwood.