My name is Natellie, and I have been a loyal and great Venture House member for about 8 years. Venture House has improved my life through positive relationships. I feel comfortable discussing topics with staff, leading meetings, taking responsibility for my actions, and getting more involved in my community by uplifting others.
Venture House staff and members supported and guided me throughout the years as I enrolled in York College to become a Clinical Medical Assistant through the Sydney Bear Scholarship program. Thanks to Venture House Education & Employment Program, I can express myself and stand up for myself in inspiring ways. At Venture House, I want to influence other members on their journey. There are many activities that have given its members confidence and self-esteem through the Work-Ordered-Day, such as Art, music, new cooking skills, and employment opportunities.
Venture House, in many ways, has improved the lives of members and turned their lives around for the better. My friends at Venture House received employment opportunities through our employment partnership and housing placements through the Scattered Housing Programs in Brooklyn and Queens.
Natellie
