Last quarter I reported on five major projects currently in process at The WellHouse. I want to share exciting, momentous updates on three of these projects! Please rejoice with us at God’s goodness and pray for us as we continue to seek and provide the highest level of care to some of the most vulnerable!
Read MoreCindy began working with the transport team, helping drive ladies to various medical and dental appointments. She was surprised at how the conversation flowed. “We would chat all the way to and from the appointments,” said Cindy. “I didn’t ask questions about their trauma. It was more like a friendly, casual conversation. I was surprised by how quickly the girls made their way into my heart, though. Before long, I knew with certainty that The WellHouse was a place God wanted me to serve.”
Read MoreI came to the WellHouse in 2019 after encountering minor victims of trafficking while investigating a sexual abuse case. I knew the young ladies from my time as a school resource officer, so listening to their forensic interview brought this tragedy close to home. After the interview, the reality that our state lacked resources specific to provide these minor victims was apparent. I searched but could not find help for these young ladies whose families do not have the financial resources to provide trauma therapy.
Read MoreThe [time in captivity] damaged my soul in ways I didn’t know were possible. I would escape these days of misery by leaving my body and imagining I am home with my family. I tried to make myself believe this was just a bad dream.
Read MoreSince our last Rescue update, The WellHouse has accepted 10 new residents into our restorative program. Rescue happens in a number of different ways, but it almost always happens when someone identifies a victim. We share these stories so you can know how to identify a victim and what to do when a victim needs your help.
Read MoreWellHouse Child definitely dominates our workload these days as we anticipate the completion of the home this month! Our hearts are full and prayers are abundant as we look toward the day when youth who have witnessed and experienced some of the worst atrocities of mankind find safety and healing in an environment of love! We believe there are young girls right now hoping --and some even begging God--to into the hands of someone to protect them.
Read MoreMy name is Haley Hawkins, and I'm interning at The WellHouse. The WellHouse is a powerful place. The reality of trafficking became less distant the day I found out about the WellHouse. But, the day I arrived here for the first time, that reality consumed me. This is the story of my journey from grad school to The WellHouse...
Read MoreThe WellHouse has broken ground on a new residential care facility for underage victims of sex trafficking. One of only 40 known programs for trafficked minors in the nation, and the first in Alabama, the new home will offer emergency accommodation, safe housing and recovery programming to victims under 18 years old.
Read MoreWe believe in the might and power of prayer to fight trafficking and rip victims from the hands of Satan. Read on to learn more about our prayer ministry from COO Debby Haralson.
Read MoreThe WellHouse Junior Board has wrapped up their 2021 Grace Gala Gives Campaign, and they hit their $100,000 fundraising goal! We have our sponsors and donors to thank for making this campaign a huge success!
Read MoreBefore being rescued and brought to the WellHouse, Emma says, “I was constantly running, running from danger, running from responsibility, reality, running from the police and most of all running from GOD. I was broken.”
“I now know I have a value that no dollar amount is associated with. I know that I am loved perfectly, unconditionally, and forgiven.”
Read MoreRescues since last update: 5. These are their real rescue stories. One young lady from North Alabama was rescued in Georgia. She was found and rescued from a hotel in Atlanta by a police officer after she attempted to overdose. Her advocate called the WellHouse Crisis Line, and we did an intake.
Read MoreThe tragedy that unfolded in the Atlanta Asian massage parlors was no surprise to those of us who work in the space of anti-human trafficking. We have met victims of this industry. And, while we understand the concerns of racism against our Asian American friends, we immediately identified this as an issue of sexual exploitation.
Read MoreMy name is Haylee Dortch, a recent graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I’m now a full-time case manager at the WellHouse! I went into social work wondering which population would call to me. It wasn’t long at all before God called me into this amazing community of hard-working clinicians and inspiring survivors.
Read MoreFebruary marked three years with Volunteer Nicki Linton leading Art Therapy on our campus. Nicki has become a vital member of our volunteer team and has touched many lives during her weekly Art Therapy courses.
Read MoreAlliance to Include U.S. Attorney’s Offices for Northern, Middle and Southern Districts, Homeland Security Investigations, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Family Sunshine Center, Wellhouse, Ashakiran, West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force and Poarch Band of Creek Indians
Read MoreOctober and November were busy months at the WellHouse! We coordinated 26 intakes and placements from across the country, of both women and children. Of those, 5 came to the WellHouse to start our long-term recovery program. Residents came to our facility from as far south as Florida and as far north as Illinois.
Read MoreHannah came from a seemingly "normal" family. Her grandfather was a preacher, and her name was inspired by a Biblical figure, but things were not what they seemed. Growing up, she dealt with ongoing sexual harassment and "culture grooming." Hannah became a mom at age 16. After high school, she had little options to support herself and turned to night club dancing. This is where her trafficking story begins.
Read MoreThe WellHouse was founded through a God-given vision in July 2010; however, the first rescued survivor came to The WellHouse in January 2011. So, we are both in the midst of those 10 years since founding and nearing the 10-year mark since receiving the first survivor!
Read More“The WellHouse has changed a lot [in 10 years]. It's gone from trying to figure out where the next meal for the women will come from, dealing with not having air conditioning, and stuffing them all in my car to go to church… to a beautiful campus that provides onsite Bible studies, appointments, healthcare, recovers IDs, and so much more.”
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