Client Stories
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Client Focus: Andrew
Andrew spent many years as Catholic priest before making the courageous decision to leave the priesthood and dedicate himself to the Black Lives Matter movement. This profound life change led…
Client Focus: Robbie’s Journey of Healing and Advocacy
Imagine being released from prison after 20 years of incarceration and immediately having to navigate a web of systems to obtain important documentation that proves your identity. Next, you could…
Client Focus: Lee’s Fight to Secure School Supports
Read Lee’s story on fighting to secure special education supports for her son David.
Overpayments: The Cost of Administrative Errors
As recently highlighted on CBS News’ 60 Minutes and KFF Health News, few people receiving monthly checks from the Social Security Administration (SSA) realize that Social Security’s mistakes—specifically overpayments—are their…
Client Focus: Marcus
In the challenging landscape of managing HIV and other critical healthcare needs, the story of individuals like *Marcus vividly illustrates how the burden of unresolved utility bills, exacerbated by uncooperative…
Learning Beyond the Classroom: The Importance of HHIP for Children with Disabilities
When many students returned to in-person learning in August 2021, our client, Michael, a second-grader, had to stay home. He wanted to be in school with his friends, but his…
Client Focus: Samuel
People with HIV still face stigma and potentially seismic fallout if their status is disclosed without their permission.
Client Focus: Bryan
After working with a Legal Council advocate, Bryan was able to access the care and support he needed for a healthy and dignified life.
Client Focus: Marquis
Read the story of Marquis, a 6th grader who couldn’t find the support he needed to learn and grow.
