by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | May 3, 2024 | Blog
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we’re sharing Amanda’s inspirational story of hope, resilience, and self-advocacy. Read on to discover how, against all odds, Amanda and her daughter Tyler found their way back to each other with the support of...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Apr 1, 2024 | In The News
“Her crown is a hardhat.” Whitney gains her confidence back through recovery. Watch her inspiring story of how she’s building her life back. Thank you KSHB 41 News for shining a spotlight on one of our heroes! Watch the full story...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Jan 20, 2023 | Blog
“My name is Andrea and I am a resident at Amethyst Place. Had it not been for this place I don’t know where my kids and I would be. I was introduced to substance use at age 14. However, the poor decisions I’ve made in my past doesn’t mean I can’t be a productive...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Nov 22, 2022 | Blog
“I waited roughly a year. I was living at a trap house while pregnant with Hazel. It was one of the hardest things I have had to do. I was surrounded by people using – people constantly turning on lights and waking me up. I remember crying one night...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Oct 30, 2022 | Blog
Time is such a precious thing. Before, in my active addiction, time never really existed. It was more like a black hole that had only one end. From what I can say here today, from the growth of my kids and me living at Amethyst, time was a beautiful gift. I am 100%...
