Hamilton Cottage

“I used to think my Mom loved my sister more than she loved me,” Antarius confesses. As a result, his poor attitude and behavior kept him in trouble. Today, he has the right ingredients for a better life.

“I rebelled big time,” he acknowledges. He would run away from school, made friends with the wrong people and let his grades drop from A’s to barely passing. In his frustration, Antarius would lash out uncontrollably at his Mom.

Initially counseling and foster care didn’t help this young man change his perspective on life. It wasn’t until he moved into Hamilton Cottage that he finally believed every cloud had a silver lining. The individual attention, concern and care consistently showered on him by his houseparents eventually helped Antarius soften.

“They helped me see that deep down I knew my Mom cares for me. I don’t know, maybe she was afraid of raising a boy.”

Today, he jumps in to help with household chores and asks questions during the cottage Bible study. His grades are back in the A/B range and he no longer disrupts his class. “This is a good place. The people actually listen to me,” he says.

“I finally got sick of being in trouble all the time,” he admits. “You have more fun in life when you do the right thing.”

Antarius is learning anger management techniques, improving his self-esteem and developing a healthy work ethic. Developing an interest in the Bible has helped him become more aware of others and their needs. “Now, I’m willing to help someone else when they need me,” he states.

“That’s a big step for him,” remarks his housemom. “He has a lot of potential. I’m glad Antarius has made the decision to improve on it instead of ignore it.”

“I can do anything with God’s help, but I can’t do it alone,” he says.

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