Curtis

Curtis is a calming, peaceful presence here at the Center. Growing up in the Uptown Carrollton neighborhood of New Orleans, Curtis got to know people from all backgrounds, “I don’t see color, I can feel who a person is.” He received his CNA certification and worked for many years at a nursing home, but the deterioration of his spine cut his career short and he could not make ends meet.

Tragedy struck when Curtis discovered that his family including his brother, sister and mother had perished in Hurricane Katrina. “There were many nights I spent walking up and down Tulane Avenue with tears streaming down my face. I wanted to give up when I lost my people; I was devastated. I remembered what my Grandma told us, though, that no matter what happens in life, hold on to God.” Curtis now has an apartment and is grateful to be off of the streets. With unwavering optimism and a radiant smile, Curtis declares, “With every breath, a new possibility is around the corner.”