06/04/2026
“Behind the scenes, I was struggling with anxiety and depression. I felt worthless, damaged, broken, and like I would never be good for anything. I got really good at hiding, and most people couldn’t see the pain I was carrying.
By my senior year, things only got worse. I kept drinking and va**ng, and my depression got deeper. I was desperate and exhausted, and it felt like my life was never going to change. I started thinking about su***de.
When I moved into the Leadership College at Powerhouse, I met people who struggled with the same things I did, and for the first time, I didn’t feel alone. I learned about God’s forgiveness and that He loves me for who I am. I started to understand the importance of community and what it means to be supported.
My life is different today. I have people I can talk to when I need someone. I trust others with my real feelings, and I don’t have to hide anymore. I feel like I can finally use my voice—and I know now that I’m worth more than I ever realized.“
- Sarah, Upcoming Graduate of the Leadership College
Please join us for our 2026 Graduation Ceremony celebrating this year’s incredible graduates of our Residential Recovery Centers and Leadership College! Come enjoy dinner with us and hear incredible testimonies from each of our graduates, including Sarah. This year’s celebration will be on Sunday, June 28th, at Lakeside Church from 5:00-7:00 PM. Dress is Semi-formal.
RSVP today at phmfolsom.org/events 🎓