“To Promote Healthy Lives” 

“The Gardens” approach is based on an empowerment model that

builds upon the assets of the families and the youth within the

community. A central tenet of “The Gardens” is the youth are

partners in the creation, delivery, and evaluation of our services.

When youths’ capacities and strengths are the focus, rather than

on their deficiencies, they are empowered to make dramatic

changes in their lives and achieve their goals.

The services, programs and activities of “The Gardens” are

dedicated to the memory of the founding “Monarchs” of our

family; Mrs. Julia Birdsong-Cooper-Grandmother and Mrs.

Elizabeth McKnight-King – Mother, who taught our family, the

importance of giving back, showing compassion, caring and love

of others, by giving back.