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I’m Melissa Wright in North Omaha where heart ministry has been a staple in this community for decades. Recently the organization received a grant that will help them expand its services for those needing a boost to get back to being productive and healthy citizens.
At Heart Ministry there are many jobs. Through the organizations Fresh Start program, neighbors looking to get back on their feet can start here.
“I don’t feel a desire to get high anymore,” said Simmons. “I feeling apart of a team now, you know just being here and dealing with the people on the everyday basis.”
Tina Simmons has been sober for about seven months now. She getting ready to graduate the Fresh Start program.
“Yes, I mean this place gave me enough confidence to speak up for myself, to have a voice for myself and use it,” said Simmons. “So, yes, I’m ready to conquer my next journey in life you know.”
The almost five month program is designed to give those recovering from addiction, incarceration or hardships a chance to improve their life skills. And now, it is posed to do even more good, after receiving a $40,000 grant.