Dear staff,
Thank you staff for being there for me. When I first got here, I didn’t trust anyone for a long time. After my grandma passed away, I realized I shouldn’t get attached to anyone because they will always leave. But, here I feel safe and since staff trust me, I can trust them enough to talk about my problems. Even though I still have a hard time here and there, I have come a long way. The skills that have helped me advance I will be able to use later on in my life and next foster home. I know now that if I feel like breaking something I can go sit on my bed or talk about the problems I’m having. I’ve learned to trust people and I can express my feelings to them.
When I first got here, I had semi-severe anger problems, such as punching and breaking holes in walls and destroying other property. Now, I’ve matured enough to know I’m not hurting anyone but myself. I also used to get in peoples’ faces, posture them and push my peers; but, now I just take time for myself in my room.
After living at RDCC for a year and a half, this young man was successfully placed in a foster home and continues to do well.
Thank you for your on-going support to help children & families thrive with confidence.
For more information about agency services or to arrange a tour of the Burien campus, contact kidnet@rdcc.org or call (206) 242-1698 x 142.