"JL" from Ingles

Just over a year ago, I was using drugs and alcohol daily to cope with pain and low self-esteem. I was in trouble with the law, and stayed away from school. Finally, I realized that I was only hurting myself and my loved ones around me. I called my drug counselor, who helped me get into detox. From there, she also helped me get into Ingles House, a program of LOFT Community Services.

Today, I am clean and sober ( I just celebrated my nine month anniversary), I attend school full-time, and am involved in extracurricular sports. I also work part-time, and work my program.

I have finished my community service, and will finish my probation in August.

I have an amazing relationship with my family, and they are very proud of all that I have achieved.

The most important thing is that I now have a good self-esteem, and am proud of myself and my accomplishments.

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