Changing Your Life Around

Need

For 25 years, Terry led what she calls a “mere existence” not a life. Suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, she was nearing 50 years old when she decided to turn her life around. She entered rehab and was ready to make a new start. For years, Terry had struggled to hold down a job due to her addition. She participated in the Employment Program for Recovered Alcoholics and through the program was introduced to Dress for Success when she reluctantly agreed to an internship with the organization.

Solution

Terry was nervous about interning at Dress for Success because it had been so many years since she had worked in an office setting. However, she gained self-esteem and realized that she could get satisfaction from doing her job well.

Impact

Going to Dress for Success was one of the best decisions she ever made. Since her first visit, Terry has been pursuing a career as a medical assistant. As she continues her training, her professional goals keep expanding. Terry plans to return to school to become a Licensed Practical Nurse and ultimately wants to become and RN. "My goal is to help people to realize it is never too late to turn your life around, to make if productive and worthwhile.”