Alan
joined UPNEXT so that he could strengthen his bond with his son and find
employment. Through UPNEXT, he participated in workshops where learned how to change
his thinking and improve his parenting skills. During Alan’s time at UPNEXT, he
learned how to use a computer, gained access to financial services and polished
his job readiness skills. Alan was an excellent student and graduated with a
perfect attendance record. All the hard work and dedication earned Alan a
coveted transitional job with Time Square Alliance.
With
employment secured, Alan continued to grow his relationship with his teenage
son. They began spending more quality time together and Alan was able to
increase his financial contributions. Alan saved up to buy his son special
gifts for his birthday – something he had previously been unable to do. Alan bought
him new clothes and took him to Red Lobster to celebrate.
Alan
is grateful to UPNEXT for providing him with the tools to become the father his
son can depend on.
