Spirit: Fall/Winter 2009

Spirit Magazine is published twice a year by Volunteers of America, a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.

Cover Story

Healing Families: One Woman at a Time

Volunteers of America of Indiana’s Theodora House in downtown Indianapolis is bridging the gap between incarcerated mothers and their children, bringing them back into the community through its award-winning Healing Families program.

Features

Dreams No Longer Deferred

Young mothers, once scared and uncertain of their futur, find shelter, support and hope in Kentucky's Transitional Living Program, where making dreams come true is a reality.

Mentoring Children of Promise

An inside look at New Orleans' award-winning mentoring program for children of incarcerated parents and how one mentor views his role in helping troubled children.