10/19/2026
"There are rare souls whose courage transforms an entire region. Paula Ahders was one of them."
It is with deep sadness and enduring admiration that Harmony Home Children’s Advocacy Center shares the news of the passing of our visionary founder, Paula Ahders.
Over three decades ago, Paula looked at how child victims were being treated and said, “We can do better.” She didn't just advocate for change, she built it. Driven by her fierce resolve, she founded the Permian Basin's first children’s advocacy center, creating a safe sanctuary where children could finally be heard, protected, and believed.
To know Paula was to know a force of nature. She was a champion for the vulnerable, a relentless force for good, and a true pillar of West Texas. Every single child who walks through our doors today walks into a place built by her courage, compassion, and grit.
The entire Harmony Home family hold Paula's children, grandchildren, and loved ones in our hearts during this time.
Paula, your mission continues... We will carry the torch from here. 💙
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