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Following are many examples of our clients and employees success stories after incarceration and/or in their recovery process. Learn about the people we serve and the varied paths they have taken to lead successful lives. Be sure to check back as we add new stories on a monthly basis. Also check out our apprentice success stories!

Building a New Life through Hard Work and Support

Michael shared that his recovery journey led him to getting employed full time in aerospace shipping at Pioneer Industries and enabled him to have his own apartment and car. It also involved hard work and building a support system of people who cared...

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From Incarceration to Artist, Business Owner and Mentor

Myron was raised in Seattle by a loving family. He grew up poor – but rich in love. 

Growing Up
As a little boy, Myron just figured everybody went to the food bank; but then one day on the bus Myron remembers his mom...

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The Foundational Community Supports Program Assists Individuals in Securing Stable Housing and Employment

We are pleased to have the opportunity to share a story from Andrianna who was assisted in our Foundational Community Supports (FCS) program. Pioneer Human Services provides housing and employment...

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The Carnegie Resource Center in Everett Partners with Community Organizations to Save Lives

CARNEGIE RESOURCE CENTER
Our staff works closely with individuals that enter the Carnegie Resource Center in Everett. In association with partner organizations, the Carnegie Resource Center is a one-stop location that...

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In-Jail Substance Use Disorder Program Changes Lives

Did you know that Pioneer Human Services has in-jail treatment programs in Seattle and Spokane? At our King County Corrections-Based SUD treatment program in the Norm Maleng Regional Justice Center, Ms. Allen, clinical Substance Use Disorder (...

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Building a New Life After 18 Years in Prison

We are fortunate to have one of our former resident’s at the Tacoma Residential Reentry Center share his experience in transitioning out of prison and into the center. Pioneer operates all four federal residential reentry centers in the state...

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Accepting the Opportunity to Change Your Life

"Pioneer opened the door for me to build a life. Employment is key to a successful reentry after being incarcerated. They gave me the opportunity to prove myself in a job, build a work history, live in my own affordable apartment to save...

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The Importance of Employment and Support After Incarceration

Read Lana's story of how she worked hard to turn her life around.

Today, Lana is our kitchen manager at Pioneer Food Services in Tacoma and manages the on-site cooking staff for Harrison House, a senior housing facility...

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Sara Builds Her Life and Family Relations Back - the Case for Diversion Services Instead of Incarceration

"When Sara came to visit me this March, I was overjoyed to see how well she was doing.  I cried when Sara shared that she has repaired her relationships with her father and daughter, neither of whom would speak with Sara when she was...

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Coming Full Circle to Give Back to Others

Shawn Prickett

Shawn Pricket works as a certified peer specialist at Pioneer Center North (PCN), a residential treatment program. PCN uses evidence-based programming to work with individuals that are struggling with...

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