The cost of living in a new city became a burden for the family of five. Luckily, RMHC of Northern Alberta was able to accommodate Robyn and Scott and their three children, Jordan, Isabelle, and Hope.
“We walked into RMHCNA and it was overwhelmingly beautiful. We sat down with other couples staying at the House and it felt like home,” Jordan’s father, Scott, recalled. Unlike when they’d had to stay in hotels, the House provided the children with the space and freedom to run, play, and laugh as they pleased. Not only did they find a place for their children to be themselves, but the Cartwrights also found a group of people to help and support them at a time when they needed it most.
“Our son’s illness felt like a nightmare for us. When we woke up, there were hundreds of people ready to support us,” explained Scott.