Victoria’s Story Not long ago, I was lost—trapped in addiction, living on the streets, disconnected from everyone who once cared about me. Then, I found out I was pregnant. I had been sober for a year, but I had nowhere to go. I was staying with a friend from...
Perez Family Story As parents of two children with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Miguel and Bianca faced immense stress managing their children’s care and overwhelming medical expenses. When they turned to Catholic Charities Fort Worth, they found the counseling and...
Robert’s Story In late January 2025, Robert Fike, a Vietnam War Navy veteran, arrived at the Wichita Falls Faith Mission with only the belongings on his back. Estranged from his children and with little support from his only living relative in Montana, Richard...
Lisa’s Story My journey with Padua began during a pivotal time in my life. Freshly divorced and moving from Florida to Texas with my three children, I sought stability and a fresh start after a tumultuous relationship. I grew up in Haiti, where my mother left...
Miranda’s Story My name is Miranda Sweeney, and I’m deeply honored to share my journey with you tonight as a graduate of the Education Navigation program at Weatherford College, made possible by the incredible support of Catholic Charities Fort Worth. I grew up...
