Harbor Stories
Real Patients. Real Stories. Real Care.
Grammy Award Winning Musician Finds Help at Harbor
Michael was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and discovered his love for music at an early age and never dreamed of doing anything else but playing guitar. He was a founding member of the alternative rock band called School of Fish.
After Years on the Streets, Sarah Reunites with Family and Returns Home to Arizona
Sarah is a 30-year-old Arizona native and mother of one. Growing up in Phoenix was not easy for Sarah. Experiencing much turmoil at a very young age led to Sarah dropping out of school in the 5th grade. The constant presence of negative influences and the repetitive nature of life in her environment made it difficult for Sarah to be positive about the future.
Elaine Survives Domestic Violence, Cancer and the Dangerous Streets of L.A.
Elaine is an L.A. native who loves life and lives with great enthusiasm. Her bright smile and bubbly laugh are infectious and enough to light up the room and the people around her. Elaine prides herself on being a loving mother who seeks to provide for her children regardless of her own situation.
Abraham Finds Hope, Housing and Employment at Harbor Care
Abraham was born in Mexico, but when he was two years old his parents brought him over to the United States without any documentation. For the most part, Abraham lived a normal life growing up in Los Angeles—going to school, playing with friends, and spending time with family. After graduating from high school, Abraham began working in construction and acquired skills as a roofer.
Juan Reunites with His Family After Being Separated for 19 Years
Juan is a Guatemalan national who has been in the U.S. for 19 years. In 2004, Juan and his wife made the very difficult decision for Juan to go to the U.S. to find work to support his wife, their two young sons, and their baby that was on the way. Juan found work as a tile setter and construction specialist, staying wherever he could, while sending his earnings back home.
Marine Veteran Had More Fight Left in Him
John is a Los Angeles native who was born “on the other side of the hill” and spent much of his time enjoying the beach. In his earlier days, John served in the Marine Corps, stationed in Japan and in Hawai’i before venturing back to Los Angeles. It would be here, where for the next few decades John would set up a simple yet fulfilling life with his longtime girlfriend.
Michael Recovers from Fall and Finds His Footing at Harbor Care
Michael grew up in Watts and graduated from Jordan High School. He attended Southwest Community College and worked in security and in warehouses. He had two kids, but one had passed away. He never recovered from the loss of his child. Michael has shuffled between the streets and prison and hasn’t had his own apartment since 2002.
Fernando Was Blindsided by a Car but Hasn’t Lost Vision for a Better Life
Fernando was born in Mexico and has been in the U.S. for about 30 years. He has one adult son that he hasn’t seen much since he and his wife separated. Over the years, he has worked in restaurants and in a plastics factory. He had lost his job and had been homeless for a while.
Dubravny Cheats Death Again and Again, Embraces a Peaceful Path Forward
Dubravny was born in Indiana. His mother brought him to California when he was two years old. He got involved in gangs and drugs as he got older.. “I kind of fell in love with the streets. I thought that’s how life was supposed to be. Fast life, money, women, drugs,” recalled Dubravny.
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