Dakota Woodlands - Reflections

In Their Own Words...

At Dakota Woodlands, we have the privilege of seeing people change

their lives before our eyes. We'd like to share with you a few of the stories of

our former residents, "in their own words."

"When I came to Dakota Woodlands I just felt so down, I couldn't believe what a mess my life was. That was 3 months ago. Tomorrow me and my two kids are moving into our new apartment...just in time to celebrate the New Year! Now I can't believe how much better my life is! Dakota Woodlands gave me back my hope."

"Dakota Woodlands was a life saver for me when there was nothing else, when I lost hope. Coming here, getting the positive feedback and energy gave me hope that it could get better. The worst is behind me, it gets better every day."

"I got my GED while we were living at Dakota Woodlands. The day I got my certificate, the staff announced it over the intercom and they even threw a graduation party for me! I'm thinking about going to college now and I would never have even dreamed about it before coming to the shelter. Thanks for believing in me."

"I was so nervous when I first came to Dakota Woodands, but everyone was so welcoming and encouraging, that I knew everything was going to be ok. They helped me believe in myself and gave

me confidence that I could be a good mom...and I am!"

"I've made wonderful friends here. Sometimes what seems like a disaster, turns into a blessing.

I'm so glad that I found this place and so grateful for the kindness I've recieved.

I feel like people really care about me forthe first time in my life."

“This shelter is the Cadillac of homeless shelters!”

"This is where I got my start...my start for a better life, here at Dakota Woodlands."

“This is a palace!” (from an 8 year old girl )

“I have been treated with respect and kindness at Dakota Woodlands,

this place feels like a real home to me.”

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Dakota Woodlands

3430 Wescott Woodlands

Eagan, MN 55123

(tel) 651-456-9110

(fax) 651-456-9244

info@dakotawoodlands.org