Jazmin is a lovely blonde-haired, green-eyed 27-year-old who wears glasses that are currently superglued back together, a testament to her rambunctious 18-month-old. As we sat and chatted her phone was continually buzzing which she laughingly told us was due to said 18-month-old bringing it to her in the shower the night before. “He’s so great. […]
Iris lived in fear for the majority of her life. This fear lead her into addiction and a life spent in-and-out of prison. After eight years of sobriety, Iris relapsed and was sent to jail. Incarcerated during the pandemic, she received an early release but she did not want to leave the jail. Iris explains, […]
One of our youngest Loveladies, Katie remembers that she had a good childhood, even though addiction had a hold on her family. Her mother and stepfather struggled with drugs. Katie and her siblings were unaware of their struggle, however, until one day, Katie arrived home from school to find her mother had left. "I came […]
Hope's journey with The Lovelady Center began seven years ago when she first came for recovery. Over the years, she has come to the Center several times, each time leaving due to relapse. "For years, I've gone to extensive measures to find something to fill the void that I have lived with my entire life." […]
December 1, 2021 Andie had no idea her life was about to take a drastic turn for the better. After a life lived in and out of prison, on the streets, selling and using drugs, Andi was at the end of herself. "I've always heard people say they didn't want to look themselves in the […]
When Charity signed up for Jefferson State Community College's Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program she was a little nervous that she might not fit in. However, her worries quickly disappeared after meeting her diverse classmates and her instructor. Charity had some prior experience with heavy equipment working with her brother's company in Arkansas, and she applied […]
Lovelady Graduate Obtains Degree and Returns to the Center to Put It to Use: Meet the Lovelady Center Dental Hygienist and Clinic Manager To see her today, one would never know that Jael has walked through some of the darkest days a human can endure. Like the majority of the women who enter The Lovelady […]
The Lovelady Center welcomes women from all walks of life. Kelsey came to us after a timely wake-up call. Hear her story.
It’s that time of year again — spring cleaning! Keep reading to find out what we accept as thrift store donations.
Our two Birmingham thrift stores are located in Irondale and Clay. Keep reading to find out how they got their start.
At The Lovelady Center, education is a priority. Read on to learn how we help our clients reach their goals and earn their GED.
The Lovelady Center is constantly looking for ways to help more women in our community. Keep reading to learn what we’re hoping to accomplish in 2022.
In 2021, we were able to serve more women than ever before. Keep reading to learn how we were able to change lives last year.
The Christmas season is a busy one at The Lovelady Center. Keep reading to learn more about what you can expect from us throughout the season.
What’s the best gift you can give a child? At The Lovelady Center, we think that presence is the best present. That’s what our toy drive is all about.
Always looking to meet the needs of our community, we are opening Lovelady Manna—a community food bank to serve our neighbors. Learn more.
Make a gift on November 30 for GivingTuesday and help us provide heating & cooling units for fifty client rooms this winter. Read on to learn more.
On Sunday, October 24, our reunion event for our former graduates had more than 1,200 attendees. Keep reading to hear some of their compelling stories.
Our program sees so many women reclaim their lives and successfully graduate. Keep reading to learn more about our most recent graduating class.
