Stories

Nnenna’s Story
Employment

Nnenna’s Story

Tacoma Community House has become more like a family to me than an organization. When I first registered with TCH, I started with the CHEER training program. When I was done with my training…
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Mariela’s Story
Employment

Mariela’s Story

It's always a pleasure to see our clients grow and create the life that they want for themselves. Mariela has…
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Norma’s Story
Education and Immigration

Norma’s Story

Recently, Norma visited our Citizenship Class and spoke to the students about her experience at TCH and Naturalization process. It…
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I can say, my experience at TCH is excellent. I’m feeling supported by this institution. I’m an immigrant but I’m not alone in this city because I found a group of humans committed to our people. I’m grateful and proud to be a student of TCH.
marcia montenegro
TCH Student
Jonathan’s Story
Education

Jonathan’s Story

Jonathan’s path to success was not easy. Being in prison changed his perspective, he knew that he needed to move…
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Diana’s Story
Education and Immigration

Diana’s Story

Being away from family, and not be familiar with your surroundings or speak the language can be a scary situation…
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Marcia’s Story
Education

Marcia’s Story

My decision to move to Washington took me around six months. Just thinking about it made me scared about what…
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Chin’s Story
Immigration

Chin’s Story

My name is Chin Pham. As a new American, I am proud to say I am now a new citizen…
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I like Tacoma because it has Tacoma Community House where they taught me. I learned English and they helped me apply for citizenship. We learned so much and passed the test because of all the support the staff and volunteers gave us here at Tacoma Community House.
Chin Pham
TCH Client & New American
The main lobby of the Tacoma Community House building with colorful chairs and people sitting, standing, or talking.
Victim Advocacy

Shakira’s Story

Shakira came to Tacoma Community House fleeing an emotional and physically abusive relationship — she was afraid, spoke no English…
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Natura’s Story
Employment

Natura’s Story

Learn about Natura’s journey to success with help from the employment team.
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