The Center

In this short read, Annette Bozeman takes us on the journey of her life. From the impact of the Watt's riot as a young child, and losing her identity in the aftermath, to navigating her way through an injury that impacted her ability to keep up with her fellow classmates; Annette found herself beaten down by her experiences. The saving grace of her young life was the opening of Kaiser Permanente Watts Counseling and Learning Center's program called "The Center." Being accepted as one of the first families to enter their support program, Annette had the opportunity to not only survive but to thrive.