Back at TRC but in a Better Place

Amos is currently living in Renaissance Apartments for the second time after he initially moved back in with his wife which he said was a "big mistake." They got divorced in early 2020, but the tools he had learned at TRC and in treatment helped him maintain his sobriety during this time. He has been able to stay clean for nearly 5 years.

Just a month after he and his wife got back together, he put his name back on the waiting list for Renaissance Apartments. In the meantime, he went back to the treatment center until he could come back to TRC.

“One thing I've learned is living on my own; that's something I had to really start over again. I'm not used to being by myself because I was married for 13 years. It's hard for a person to come back into it and I'm living on my own again, I found some peace” he said.

Amos enjoys helping his neighbors in any way he can, saying "I don't have much, but I'm willing to share." His' favorite day at TRC so far was this past Memorial Day. He woke up at 5 AM and started grilling for the resident barbeque.

Amos has spent the last year spending time with his friends, continuing his education, and working towards his goal of obtaining a one-bedroom apartment. Amos is one course away from completing his GED and plans to then take college courses in family counseling. "I don't plan on running away from here, but I don't plan on staying here for too long. I want to keep moving forward."