Center for Social Change
Residential Program


"Imagination is more important than knowledge."
- Albert Einstein

Michael

"People say I am a very organized person. Yes, I am. I like to keep my room neat and tidy, take my medications on time and be punctual to ride the bus to work.

Ten years ago, life was difficult compared with what it is today for me. I love my parents and I go home every weekend. My parents love me very much though we have our differences. My mom is on the Board of Directors of CSC and my dad is a role model for me. I live in a nice detached home managed by CSC. I have my own room. I am on my own and that is how it has been for most of my life. I have a key to my house, a privilege some of my friends don't have. I have freedom and I want to be respected. I respect everyone. I have received many awards from CSC for my life's achievements. I am grateful to CSC for the support they give me, my family, my vision and dream. One other thing, if you need to see me, you need to schedule an appointment with me. I do not like people coming to my house without informing me. That is me and there is nothing wrong in my saying to every one that I want to be respected."