Goodwill Houston

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Goodwill works to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people in need, through learning and the power of work. Every person has the opportunity to achieve his/her fullest potential and participate in and contribute to all aspects of life. With that idea in mind Goodwill has partnered with ABC-13 to unveil a new series that highlights individuals who are striving to be the best that they can be and excelling, through the help of Goodwill's employment programs. Each month a different Goodwill employee, client, volunteer or donor will be featured and will share their story on how Goodwill changed their life. This month, we are highlighting DeAntwoinette. Read her profile and view his video below to learn more about how Goodwill changed her life.

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Meet DeAntwoinette -- Success Story of the Month

Being diagnosed with Systemic Lupus hindered DeAntwoinette!Her condition frequently left her fatigued and often unable to move. She was determined to find work, though it was difficult with her many hospital visits. Then she found Goodwill, where she was treated with value and respect! She began as a cashier and worked her way through the ranks, even though she would need to take leave for illness at times. Today she is a Job Trainer assisting others at Goodwill with their career goals. DeAntwoinette's life was changed by the power of work and Goodwill's mission.