Testimonials

“I found an open door at Christie’s Place, one that I felt welcomed into. I would not have my sense of belonging without it.”
 
“Christie’s Place is a place I can feel comfortable and share my feelings and thoughts and good times with others dealing with the same struggles and problems.”
 
“They have provided material services such as food, clothing and hygiene products, but most of all they have provided an ear and a hug that I needed in friends.”
 
“Christie’s Place has been a place where for more than six years they have helped me with many services. My life is more happy and I feel that my future is more secure knowing that there will always be a place full of love for my family and I. Thank you for everything!” (Translated from Spanish)  

“I wouldn’t be sober, taking meds, or out of isolation if it were not for Christie’s Place.”
 
“It’s fun.  I like the playroom the best, they have good toys.”
- Age 6
 
“It feels good here, it feels like my own house.”
- Age 8
 
“I meet cool people here, they are fun to hang out with and funny too.”
- Age 10
 
“I made good friends here, I don’t feel so alone anymore.”
- Age 12
 
“I can tell them about the virus and they don’t treat me different. Sometimes people freak out, but here I know it’s okay to be myself.”
- Age 13
 
“Walking into Christie’s is like walking into a home, warm, where people care and stop what they are doing to see how you are doing and really listen.”
 - Age 14
 
“I like Christie’s Place because I get to help out other kids like me.”
- Age 12