TAKE 2 GRADUATE STORIES

mARCH 2025

Laquesha is our most recent graduate of the Take 2 Café program! She shared, “My favorite thing about Take 2 is having the unity of my roommates and coworkers. It’s the best feeling knowing that we all have each other’s backs, not only at work but at home too.”

In the program, Laquesha’s confidence grew daily, and she quickly rose to the position of line lead. She was often the first to clock in, was a team player, and was always ready and willing to help wherever needed. She said, “Having to learn all the positions was very productive. It made me feel like I could accomplish anything. Now I know I can work with a team and also be a leader.”

During her time in the program, Laquesha was able to make huge strides in her recovery journey. She reconnected with her family and now sees her children regularly, and earned her forklift license. She is moving into Resonance’s Kirtley House next while she starts a new job, attends welding school, and continues earning money toward a place of her own!  She is always so welcoming to new participants in the program and acts as a wonderful mentor. It's been an honor to watch her come out of her shell and blossom. 

Laquesha will be greatly missed at the Take 2 Café, but we are extremely proud of her and know she will accomplish great things!