Author - Elise Jenkins

21Mar

Is College Worth it?

Americans are losing faith in the value of college, but should they?  Scholars and studies say no.  Recent, sensationalized headlines tell you the tide is turning for higher education…that GenZ is giving up on the idea of a two or four- year degree.  Business Insider recently...
Helene's Child
21Dec

Mothers Who Inspire – Helene & Khadijah

When Art Is Therapy Helene is an artist.  When armed with a pencil/pen and paper she can exhale. It’s been this way since she was a child.  Art is Helene’s release, and art would come to be the thing she clung to when her world turned...
Graduating Madison and son, Jaxon
24Nov

Mothers Who Inspire – Madison & Jaxon

Change of Plans Ella’s House is very familiar with “change of plans.”  Every day we interact with women who are forced to chart a new course.  Madison Woods is a stellar example of someone who has had to move from strength to strength.  When life tripped...
Financial coaching of resident, Nek
12Sep

Resident Spotlight – Nek

Growing up in North Nashville Nek saw very little opportunity and a myriad of hurdles. Her home was full of chaos and abuse. Nonetheless, Nek imagined a bright future and it came in the form of education. She enrolled in Nashville State Community College, planning...