In Q4 of 2018, an independent firm conducted a survey of former Mercy residents, similar in scope to the former resident surveys conducted in 2008 and 2013, to determine how successfully Mercy’s residential homes are fulfilling our mission.

0
former residents responded
0 out of 10
said their hope was restored
0%
recommend Mercy Multiplied

Survey Results

  • While 78% indicated that they were “poorly adjusted” or “not at all adjusted” to life before coming to Mercy, 80% indicated they were “well adjusted to life” after their time in the program. These measures are similar to the previous years’ results. This significant improvement in life adjustments, along with the average time out of the program, suggests a transformation of lives that is both robust and long-lasting.
  • 84% indicated that they have shared their story of life transformation with others.
  • Two thirds rated the usefulness of tools learned at Mercy to be “Extremely Effective” or “Very Effective”. This measure is unchanged from previous years.
  • Average age of entry to Mercy is 21-22 years old. (This statistic represents all Mercy former residents, not just respondents.)
  • Furthermore, these results were independent of the home location in which a young woman resided during her time at Mercy, which suggests that the effects of the program are transferable to multiple locations.
  • 4 out of 10 of all Mercy residents have been in previous treatment centers or programs without lasting results. (Note: Often financial resources run out before they can finish the program, insurance benefits run out, or the young women lack access to the right programs for their issues.)
  • More than half of the former residents reported that their family and/or friends have experienced their own personal life transformation or restored hope as a result of their time at Mercy. This is a strong and encouraging indicator that Mercy is being multiplied beyond the doors of our homes.

Former Residents’ Comments

This program changed how I saw myself and helped me conquer life issues that had plagued me for DECADES. I was shown God’s love and that allowed me to see how much God loves me. I no longer struggle with any of these issues I used to have , and walking in freedom has been the best thing that has ever happened to me!

The message, the staff, the love that was given was life changing. It’s a safe place to be vulnerable and get the help you need. It also gives you practical ways to live out what you learn every day. I am still using those tools 10 years later.

I had a lot of close friends and family comment on how they thought I could never get better and live a normal life. Now they’ve watched me transform into a completely new person and believe that change is possible!

I would recommend Mercy without reservation because the program works. Prior to attending, I’d attempted multiple programs, doctors, and hospitals to no avail and with minimal improvement. I’m seven years out of the program and the beautiful life I am able to lead now would have been impossible had I not attended. For anyone truly looking for sustainable help, I would recommend Mercy without hesitation.

Approximately 33% of respondents had been out of the Mercy program eight or more years.

Survey respondents’ reasons for leaving Mercy: 84% graduated from the program; 7% left of their own accord for non-medical reasons; 1% left for medical reasons; 6% left because they were asked to leave; 2% left for other reasons.

Other Years

2008 Survey Results // 2013 Survey Results