I first learned about LearningWorks from one of our vendors, Charles Ferguson. Charles has been an inspiration here at Spare Change because he has, in his time here, become economically self-sufficient. Once troubled with substance abuse issues and depression, Charles credits ABCD, now LearningWorks, with helping to bring him back onto the long road to recovery and to enjoying life.
Education is what everybody is talking about now on the street.
Clare Shepherd has been his counselor since then. She helped to build my self-esteem and motivate myself in society. She has said that she will always be there for me if I should ever need her help. She supported me when I was having major problems with substance abuse, and I know she will continue to support me no matter what. She understood and listened to me and recognized the type of person I was, and that I was a good person who could get better.