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A Success Story
When I came to Menchville House I wanted a place to call home for myself and my children. I wanted the opportunity to further my education, clean up my credit, purchase a car, and buy my own home. I set long and short-term goals in weekly meetings with my Case Manager. During the time I resided at Menchville House, I was employed and walked to work. My children lived with different relatives, but I did manage to see them every day. I also performed my assigned duties as a member of the Menchville House community.
Currently I have reunited my family and I am completing my junior year of college. I have cleared my credit, opened a checking account, purchased a car, and I am buying a home.
All thanks to Menchville House! |
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On this page you are invited to:
¨ Read a success story; ¨ Learn who lives at Menchville House; and ¨ Discover Menchville House’s history. |
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Menchville House History
Menchville House started in April, 1998 as the vision of three women to establish a shelter for homeless women and their children. They believed it to be God’s will. And, indeed, there were many unexplained circumstances as the idea was quickly adopted by the community of Hampton Roads, Virginia. The concept of healing hurting women and their children was brought to reality in an old, run-down apartment building, previously suspected of heavy drug trafficking. The community immediately pitched in to remodel the building into a lovely group home. The first homeless woman and her child moved into a transitional apartment at the shelter in April, 2001. Since then, numerous women and their children have moved from hurt to hope to become healthy, independent and contributing members of their communities. |
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Who Lives at Menchville House?
Up to 16 homeless women and up to 30 of their children; Women over age 18, who are highly motivated to change their circumstances; The resident's children, except for male children over age 12; Women who are living free of alcohol and drug addiction for at least six months, and who are not involved in any current criminal matters or behaviors; Women who are either employed or willing to seek meaningful employment; and Women who are willing to: consider spiritual
counseling, Bible study, prayer, and be involved in vocational counseling and job search training, if they are unemployed; receive increased education or vocational training; accept lifestyle assistance programs; and, sign a contract, agreeing to group home rules, including confidentiality and active participation in all phases of the program.
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About Us |
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Menchville House P. O. Box 22687 Newport News, Virginia 23609-2687 Phone: 757/833-5980 Fax: 757/833-8981 E-mail: MenchvilleHouse@verizon.net |
