“I want to take this time to thank you and St. John’s for how you have extended yourselves to Mike and other young people like him. In every instance that I have had contact with you or someone at St. John’s, I always took notice of the warm way you understood Mike, your protective manner and the realistic way you worked with him to become a responsible adult. I also noticed every time I visited Mike at your agency that all of St. John’s is concerned in the same way for all of the youth placed there.”

Michigan Family Independence Agency Worker

“The leadership of St. John’s has successfully implemented what I hope will become the model for treatment of adolescent substance abuse throughout the country.”

William Alt, President & CEO Tyden Group

“To me, Discovery means life. I owe my life to the program because I honestly think I'd be dead by now without it. When I used drugs, I did so many stupid things, like mixing drugs. If I hadn't gone when I did, I would have most likely died of an overdose. So, to me Discovery is life because I'm sure I'm not the only one who owes my life to Discovery and the people who helped me get and stay sober.”

 Sarah, Discovery Program Student

“St. Johns’ Home is one of my favorite charities because they do a tremendous job of taking in troubled boys and girls. They provide counseling, education and a place to live. Currently 58 children are being cared for and becoming responsible citizens. St. John’s truly does a commendable job in saving young lives.”

 David D. Hunting, Jr. Steelcase Foundation Trustee

“KidsFirst has changed everything for law enforcement officers when it comes to children caught in bad situations. I wish it had been there when I was a deputy.”

Ron Ditmar, Regional Director Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc.

“My favorite parts of the trip were the colleges, the histories of these places, how to get in, how to have a good time and still do what you have to do to get a good education. This trip (Black college tour to Atlanta) is the best thing to happen yet in my life. I only hope I can show my gratitude to all the people that made it possible.”

Brandon, Residential Treatment Student

“St. John’s really helped me a lot. I don’t know where I would be living – probably dropped out of school with a couple of kids. St. John’s made me a stronger person and showed me that I could accomplish anything.”

Katie, Residential Treatment Graduate and Nursing School Student

“The Discovery Program is head and shoulders above anything else going on in this country in adolescent drug and alcohol treatment.”

Joseph K. Nowinski, Ph.D., University of Connecticut

“In my years with FIA I have had the opportunity to see many programs… There are only a handful that stand out as ones that truly know the meaning of child welfare and carry out this understanding in every facet – from individual contact to administrative policy. You and St. John’s Home are among this handful. It would be an honor to work with you and St. John’s again!”

FIA Caseworker

“I am very impressed with the competence, professionalism, spirit of caring and low staff turnover.”

FIA Caseworker

“I’ve been especially pleased with your response to special needs or especially difficult youth. St. John’s is always willing to adapt its program to suit a child’s needs.”

Family Court Probation Officer

"Discovery is a place not only to get sober, but a place for me to be free. Discovery taught me how to live when the odds were against me. I also learned the true value of life."

Tim, Discovery Program Student

“I just want to take this time to say thank you for all the help, advice, love and guidance I received while in the program. You literally saved my life… You made a lasting impact on my life and my heart. Words can’t even begin to tell how much I think about what you did for me and lots of other kids. You are a gift from God.”

Qanisha, Residential Treatment Graduate

“Here is a picture of me in my uniform at the Montgomery County (VA) Sheriff’s Department. I might look a little heavy due to me having my bullet proof vest on! There’s not a day that goes by without me thinking how St. John’s saved my life in so many ways. I wish I lived closer because I would be there every day helping each and every kid I could!”

Melody, Residential Treatment Graduate