Shining a light on reuniting a family

To be reunited with her daughters, a homeless young mother had to find stable housing. When you’re poor, ‘stable housing’ is a unicorn. For Roberta, there was no lack of desire or ambition. She wanted her kids back, but poverty is like a locked door. WIthout a key, all you can do is press your nose against the glass and look in. Roberta had setback after setback, but always continued fighting. Owing to the support of her daughters’ CASA Advocate, a woman opened her home to the family. This was enough stability for Mom to maintain sobriety and engage with the Department of Social Services. Eventually her commitment and determination paid off, and the family was reunited in a Trial Home Placement. At a recent Family Partnership Meeting, everyone applauded her hard work and determination. She was proud and happy. At the next hearing, her children were transferred to her custody.