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Anthony finally stops ‘running,’ finds rest, healing at Mission
He’s focused on moving forward Anthony’s best friend was bleeding out in his young, small arms. There was nothing he could do to stop it. At a mere 6 years old, Anthony held Dominic, also 6, as he died from a gunshot wound. The two had known each other since birth, their mothers were old…
Nicole hopes to ‘never forget’ what she learned at the Mission
She’s finally getting her life back Growing up, Nicole had “two homes” – splitting her time between staying with her father in Riverside and her mother in Los Angeles. She received a bachelor’s degree in international economics and French from UCLA. Years after graduation, Nicole experienced a “mental health breakdown,” brought on by unexpected life…
Matthew is ‘hopeful’ as he graduates program this month
Matthew has witnessed the positive impact of addiction recovery firsthand. “My mom is in recovery-she has 18 years,” he said. “When she first got clean, she and my dad got back together. They’ve been happy ever since.” Matthew grew up in Hesperia, going to church and playing music. “I played through elementary school, high school…
Alvina seeks help processing grief, getting back on her feet
Her husband died last year suddenly Alvina and her husband met at work in 2009, where Alvina worked on turbo generators and Leon worked on motors in the same field. They fell in love, married, and moved to Needles to be closer to his parents who were aging and needed help. The first four years…
Lois returns to Mission after two years, leaves drinking behind
She’s doing things differently this time In May 2022, Lois spent 90 days at the Mission before leaving. “In the beginning, I didn’t know what to expect. I was like a deer in headlights. … I decided to leave and go back to what I knew, back to doing what I was doing before.” Over…
Five years after graduation, Landon is still “firmly planted” in Jesus
He’s deeply rooted in church and community It’s been five years since Landon, 32, graduated RMA Victor Valley’s Life Recovery Program, and he’s happy to share his life now looks completely different. He’s married, has a son, a home and tenure at his job. He also participates in Bible studies and the worship team at…
Looking back…
As we reflect on the past year, we’re filled with gratitude for the difference your support has made in the lives of our graduates. Your compassion has ignited a spark of hope in them. Here are some updates on some of the men and women you’ve read about this year. Together, we’ve witnessed remarkable transformations:…
The intersection of homelessness and human trafficking
How RMA is battling this crisis with prevention and recovery programs For over half a century, Rescue Mission Alliance has been a beacon of hope, offering refuge to those struggling with homelessness and addiction. Now, we’re illuminating a darker corner of our community: human trafficking. This month, we observe Human Trafficking Awareness Month; it’s an…
Stratton leaves Vegas, finds God, while in Victorville program
Stratton, 26, was born and raised in Las Vegas with his parents and younger sister. Although Stratton said his upbringing was “pretty good,” his drug use started early in adolescence. “I’ve been usings drugs since I was 12 years old. I started getting arrested at age 16. I got into fentanyl and heroin and a…
Director’s Note
The Christ in Christmas! How is it that people find this season more joyful? I can think of a reason: Jesus. He is the joy of this world, our redeemer and hope. Our guests here at the Mission will face many things this season, one of them being a feeling of hopelessness. Now I don’t…
Aaron praises the way Mission has helped his recovery
He’s closer than ever with his 10-year-old son While Aaron says he grew up in a Christian family, he endured his father’s alcoholism, his parents’ divorce, and some abuse. He “became part of the streets at a young age,” he said, around 14. Next, Aaron said, came methamphetamines. For 20 years, the drug had a…
Volunteer’s commitment has led to restoration for many
Monica will now help lead community outreach events at the Mission After a deep hurt, Monica encountered Mike Meyer, the Mission’s late outreach coordinator. She knew him from previous involvement in the community and upon seeing her, Mike said, “You know you need to be at the Rescue Mission. I have a job for you.”…
