Client Quotes & Success Stories
Our stars are our clients! Stars Behavioral Health Group provides services and support to thousands of clients each year. The most rewarding part of our work is seeing them overcome tremendous challenges, grow, and change.
, Boy,
“I got out of juvenile home and heard about the program. I voluntarily came here and it has helped me a lot.”
, Girl,
“When you have no one to turn to, or no job, it’s hard. But with this program, they listen to you and help you through your transitions. They don’t look down upon you with your disabilities. You can have a normal life like they do. They take you on outings. They help you to become stronger and encourage you to become better. It makes you not look down on yourself.”
, Girl,
“I get to communicate to the staff. The best part of it here, is there is a freedom.”
, Girl,
“I really like it here. The people here really care about me and how I am improving.”
, Boy,
“I can come to them when I have problems: they really listen.”
, Girl,
“It’s been great being here. They talk to me and they really listen. When I get restless, they even will take me to the mall, or take me on a walk. The people here get me.”
, Boy,
“I just graduated from high school and am hoping to go to college. I’ve been with the program for about 2 to 3 years. The program helped me to graduate. I did all my school work here: they helped me here. STARS has helped me with my problems and they get up close and personal with you: don’t try to provoke you, but let you know that they are here for you. They don’t give up on you: I’m proud of myself now.”
, Girl,
“I really didn’t know what it was like to smile, until I came to Star View.”
, Former Client,
“I came into this program lost, and I didn’t know what I was going to do with my life. Now that I’m about to leave tomorrow I can actually look at myself and say I used this program for all it is worth. I could not have done it without all these wonderful staff members here.”
, Former Client,
“I’ve learned to cope with my mental illness and also my anger, I’ve learned to cope without the drugs or drink, and I owe it all to The STAY facility.”
, Former Client,
“They have been there for me like no other; I never thought that I would meet such amazing people with beautiful personalities and so much passion. I can truly say they cared about me and my goals in my life.”
, Former Client,
“They provided me with the proper medical assessment that I needed for my physical health and wellness… They also provided me with clothing… and they helped me obtain my birth certificate to start the enrollment process for a nursing program.”
, Former Client,
“I want to thank all the RCs, household coaches, nurses, therapist, and all the other staff from the bottom of my heart for getting me to this journey I asked for.”
Client success stories:
Cameron's Success Story
Cameron registered with the One Stop TAY Center as a drop-in client due to his difficulties with social interactions. Before enrolling, he struggled to even leave his house. Now, he is able to ride the bus home on his own, walk over to local restaurants to pick up his lunch, and hang out with new […] More...Former Client and Peer Mentor is Featured on Mental Health Channel Video
Selvaughn was abandoned, evicted onto the streets at 17, then diagnosed with depression. Facing these challenges would turn out to be the start of a new life. Selvaughn found his way to The STAY, an innovative crisis residential treatment program managed by our Valley Star agency. Here is his story. More...Lorne Wood, Former Star View Client, Wins Local Agency’s Inspiration Award
Lorne lived and attended school in parts of Los Angeles where he says violence was more common than books. He described the depression and anxiety he faced during that time – and how that changed when he was introduced to Star View Community Services and its TEAMMATES program. Through their services, he learned... More...From Group Homes to Graduation
When this young woman came to the Community Day Treatment (CDT) Program at Starlight Adolescent Center, she had history of almost weekly hospitalizations because of suicidal behaviors. She was living at home after several unsuccessful group home placements. She continued to express a sense of extreme hopelessness, self-loathing, and desire to harm herself. More...From Drugs to Scrubs
A 14-year-old client didn't have many things we often take for granted, such as a loving family or just quiet time in our room. She often felt sad and angry — feelings that she could only quiet by using methamphetamines. Her situation at school wasn't much better — she had failing grades, and her hopes of becoming a nurse were vanishing away. She came to Valley Star after being referred by her high school for behavioral difficulties. More...