Just in time for Valentine’s Day, 20 men and 15 women in recovery at House of Hope, a leading non-profit provider of substance abuse and behavioral health programming in Broward County, received free haircuts from students of Florida Barber Academy. The day of pampering was a reminder of self-love and how it is key to their mental health and well-being during the recovery process.

To learn more about House of Hope, visit houseofhope.org.

About House of Hope

House of Hope is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to the treatment and support of those with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Since 1969, House of Hope/Stepping Stones has provided hope and healing to more than 500 men and women annually, in both a residential and outpatient setting. House of Hope plays a critical role within the continuum of care and provides hope and healing to those with no other alternatives. Many clients would return to homelessness or incarceration without treatment and the skills development needed to support themselves and their families. For more information, visit houseofhope.org.

Florida Barber Academy student Lidia Martinez, House of Hope COO Donnalia Deliazar, House of Hope resident Elizabeth Raimondi

Alexia, Florida Barber Academy student Johanis Diaz

Krisselle A., Florida Barber Academy student Isabel Luga

Lisa Cleaves, Florida Barber Academy student Elena Palacio

Loris Grossman, Florida Barber Academy student Tatiana Ramirez

Jonathan and Florida Barber Academy Student Jaleel

Billy and Florida Barber Academy Student Josean

Dion and Florida Barber Academy Student Jay