Kattie’s life had been marked by hardship—struggles that left her feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about her future. As a mother, her greatest hope was to find success and stability for her two young sons, but the challenges they faced at home and within school made that feel out of reach.
When Kattie met with Maddie Hawes at Nexus-PATH Family Healing, everything began to change. Maddie, a Social Worker Supervisor for Nexus-PATH, connected Kattie and her sons to the School Linked Services program, which serves as a vital bridge between school, home, and community for vulnerable youth and families within school districts. Through this program, youth with high-needs like Kattie’s sons receive an individualized care plan—developed by gathering insights from teachers, school staff, community providers, and family members.
With the guidance of Maddie, her case manager, caring therapists, and a supportive network, Kattie started to heal from past hardships and rebuild her confidence. Her sons, too, received the nurturing and structure they needed—learning, growing, and succeeding alongside their mother.
Together, they found new routines, new ways to communicate, and a renewed sense of purpose and connection. Slowly, the chaos turned into stability, and the uncertainty into opportunity.
Today, Kattie and her boys are thriving—living each day with more hope than the one before. At Nexus Family Healing, we know that healing does not just change one life—it carries forward to change families and create stronger, healthier communities for years to come.
"Kattie’s was just one of the classic families who...was struggling, she was overwhelmed, and she didn’t know where to start.”
- Maddie Hawes, Social Worker Supervisor