“At Telamon, I was welcomed with open arms, receiving a credit counselor and a housing coach, Jennie and Amanda. With their help, I was able to fix my credit and raise it a hundred points in six months! I was approved for a loan and purchased a home for me and my sons.” —Nathan
“I would like to thank Telamon and Heather for all of the support and guidance. While I know it was my determination that got me where I am, she kept me motivated and on track — she was the backbone and glue that held it together. She rocks!”
“One day, I hope to rent or buy my own house… that would be a dream come true.”
Leslie Lara is a very dedicated, young woman who has worked hard to accomplish her goals. As a daughter of farmworkers, she saw how her parents suffered financial hardships because they did not have the opportunity to pursue an education. At the age of 17, Leslie Lara enrolled in Telamon-TRC’s Workforce and Career Services, while attending Nash Rocky Mount Early College High School. Since her family worked in agriculture, she qualified for the Nation Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP). With Telamon’s support, she received counseling services to help with her personal, educational and professional development.
“Telamon Head Start has been a blessing to me.”
There was much promise in moving to the United States and like any other family, we were chasing the American Dream.
“When I was in school, I needed help because I didn’t understand instructions. I felt stupid. Thanks to Telamon’s support, now I feel good about who I am! My Youth Program Specialist was great. When I felt down, she told me how good I was doing at my job, at dealing with stress, dealing with being an adult. She helped me remember my goals. Most of all, she listened when I need someone to listen and she did not judge me.”
“Lo que hago, lo hago de corazón...el apoyo que he tenido me ha cambiado mi vida. [What I do, I do it from my heart.] The support I have had from people like Jorge has changed my life. I was a mother without strength, without knowledge. Through my work in Policy Council, I have realized the full value of the Head Start program.” —Eusebia
"I am grateful for the way I grew up. Every obstacle that my family and I would face together, made me work harder to reach my educational and professional goals. Telamon gave me the resources necessary to be able to reach my goal. They helped me out financially and guided me toward my goals. "
“Telamon has helped me achieve my dreams. After obtaining my license as a Pharmacy Technician, I was able to purchase a vehicle and rent an apartment for my family. I am so grateful to Dina and Telamon for helping me to transform my life!”—Zuleyka
