GLAD House uses an evidence-based cirriculums with specific goals and measurable outcomes.

• 99% of participating children were promoted to the next grade level
• 82% improved their conflict resolution skills
• 80% improved their grades
• 97% of children report that graduating from school is important to them
• 83% of children successfully completed the program
• 88% of children followed through into GLAD Hands Club (long-term follow up care)
• 82% improved their conflict resolution skills
• 0% – none- were observed or reported having engaged in substance abuse

Parents report sucess as well

• 82% say that they praise their children more often
• 91% indicate that their child’s behavior has improved
• 100% say that they talk with their children more openly and honestly

Our long-term approach to breaking the cycle of addiction and the multiple cycles of poverty, violence, neglect and crime allows children to form relationships built on trust and respect with positive adult role models. Hundreds of families have learned how to move beyond the incredibly difficult situations they have faced and rebuild their lives through healthy choices. Parents learn techniques for raising children in an environment they can thrive in and children receive life-changing interventions that create hope and excitement for the future that every child should have.