"I enjoy living at the shelter, everyone has their own problems and the staff accepts that and do not judge you. The shelter provides you with security knowing that you have somewhere to go at the end of the night. The staff is very caring and is always there to listen. Within the little time I have been here, the shelter has given me a stable home and the security I haven't really ever had in the past." JASON, 19

"L.O.F.Y. has impacted my life in a lot of ways. I am more confident talking to adults and other youth. I feel happy and accepted all the time. The staff at the shelter are nice and helpful. I am not afraid to be myself and ask questions knowing everyone will help and accept me. I think L.O.F.Y. is a great place." BARBARA, 20

"L.O.F.Y. took me in when there was no other place to go. I would probably be in the drug scene if not for L.O.F.Y. It also helped me leave a violent living situation" ROBIN,18

"If L.O.F.Y. wasn't here I would have to stay in a dangerous situation. L.O.F.Y. has taught me important life skills and staff has helped steer me in the right direction" MELLISSA, 20

" At first I didn't know what to think of the L.O.F.Y. program. After being here I realize that if not for L.O.F.Y. I would probably be on the streets doing crime to survive and probably be in jail". RYAN, 18

"We don’t want to leave in slums with alcoholics or drug addicts"

"We want a better life – to return to school, find and keep a job, and overcome addictions"

"We wish we could just “start over”

"We like being around others we can talk to (staff, volunteers & other youth)"