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Childhood trauma, PTSD, or emotional and physical abuse are not always visible on the surface, but are often expressed through an individual\u2019s behavior and, in some cases, are managed through coping mechanisms like drugs or alcohol. At The Salvation Army, those who struggle find a safe space to deal with their trauma, manage their addictions and find hope for the future. This was the case for Jimmy.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Salvation Army taught me how to love myself,\u201d shares Jimmy, a previous client at The Salvation Army\u2019s Centre of Hope in Halifax.<\/p>\n

Just five years ago, Jimmy came to the centre seeking a place to sleep and a warm meal. Over time he joined programs that focused on recovery and rehabilitation to deal with childhood trauma.<\/p>\n

\u201cI had never really loved myself before or thought that I could move forward in life from my addictions and the situation I was in,\u201d shares Jimmy. \u201cThe Salvation Army kept challenging me and telling me that I could do it. And when I kept screwing up, they were never angry, they never judged me. They would say \u2018It\u2019s okay, keep moving forward, everything is going to be alright.\u2019 Having that support, which I never had before, and learning to communicate how I was feeling was life changing.\u201d<\/p>\n

Completing programs and finding his first apartment on his own was not the end of Jimmy\u2019s journey with The Salvation Army. He now volunteers and works part time at The Salvation Army\u2019s Centre of Hope in Halifax where he brings a beloved sense of energy to the staff while acting as a wonderful mentor for clients entering or working their way through programs.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have a team around me here that really care about me,\u201d he says. \u201cI don\u2019t worry about things as much as I use to because I know The Salvation Army has my back.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jimmy is a remarkable reminder that everyone, regardless of their circumstance, is worthy of hope and dignity, and he stands as a shining example of the good The Salvation Army does on a very real, human level.<\/p>\n

If you are looking to help or donate towards initiatives like this in your community, please contact your local ministry unit at www.salvationarmy.ca\/atlantic\/home\/locations\/<\/a>or visit https:\/\/salvationarmy.ca\/donations\/<\/a> to donate today.<\/p>\n

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