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At The Dream Institute, we invest in creating safe havens where women and children can heal, grow, and rebuild their futures.

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How it started
Straddling the Arizona/Utah border, Short Creek (also known as Colorado City) was a small ranching town when a breakaway sect of fundamentalists settled there in 1935, becoming the dominant influence over the next 60 years.

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This weekend at the Short Creek Dream Center, we celebrated a young couple preparing to welcome their very first baby.

The room was filled with cupcakes, laughter, balloons, advice cards, and people eager to bless this growing family. Women gathered around sharing wisdom about motherhood. Friends helped decorate. Guests prayed over them, encouraged them, and reminded them they are not alone.

But what made the day so meaningful wasn’t just the baby shower itself.

It was the fact that this young couple was surrounded by something they had never fully known before: safe community, steady support, and people showing up simply because they care.

For many people, a baby shower is normal.
For others, being celebrated, supported, and poured into is something entirely new.

That’s why moments like this matter so deeply.

Restoration doesn’t only happen through programs or services. Sometimes healing begins around a table, in conversations filled with kindness, with people choosing to stand beside someone and say, “You matter. Your future matters. Your family matters.”

This Mother’s Day weekend was a beautiful reminder of what hope can look like in real life.

And because of your support, spaces like this continue to exist.

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Happy Easter from all of us at The Dream Institute.
This season reminds us of something we see every day; hope can grow, even in the hardest places.

In the Short Creek community, that hope is often expressed in simple, consistent ways.

Every Friday and Saturday, our team serves families through our food outreach program.

Each month, this supports:
• 1,600 households
• Over 5,000 individuals
In a community where many families face ongoing challenges, this consistency creates something powerful, stability.
And stability is often where healing begins.

As we reflect this Easter, we’re also taking time to pray.

We’re praying for:
• Continued healing for the women in our care
• Strength for mothers rebuilding their lives
• Provision for families in our community

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Each month, we’re sharing one important truth about human trafficking that often goes unnoticed.

This month’s reality may surprise you.

Most trafficking is never reported.

The majority of individuals experiencing exploitation never come into contact with law enforcement. Many never connect with a service provider like ours. What we see in headlines or news stories is only a small part of what is actually happening.

There’s another common misconception.

Many people believe trafficking only happens in large cities. In reality, it happens in every single state, including rural and suburban communities like Southern Utah and Arizona.

Trafficking follows vulnerability, not population.

When someone is struggling with housing instability, poverty, trauma, or lack of support, those vulnerabilities can be exploited. That is why local communities must be equipped to recognize, prevent, and respond.

At The Dream Institute, through Short Creek Dream Center, we are working every day to bring hope, safety, and long-term restoration to women rebuilding their lives right here where we live.

Because when restoration happens locally, dignity is restored personally.

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Thank you for caring about what often goes unseen.

With gratitude,
Luke & Constance Meredith
Short Creek Dream Center
The Dream Institute

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As Human Trafficking Awareness Month comes to a close, there is one reality that helps explain why this work matters so deeply.

Human trafficking is a massive industry built on exploitation. Around the world, it generates an estimated $236 billion each year. That scale can feel overwhelming, but it helps us understand what survivors are up against and why healing cannot be rushed.

Restoration is not quick or simple. It takes time, steady care, and a team of people willing to walk alongside someone as they heal.

At The Dream Institute, through Short Creek Dream Center and Living Hope Dream Center, our focus is on restoring dignity, identity, and hope. Through trauma-informed care, life-skills training, and consistent relationships, survivors begin to rebuild trust and rediscover their worth.

One survivor, Sadie, shared,
“I forgot who I was. Being here helped me remember.”
That is why this work matters. Healing happens when someone is seen, supported, and reminded that their life has value beyond what was done to them.

If you feel led to support this work, your generosity helps make long-term restoration possible. It allows survivors to heal at their own pace and move forward with dignity and hope.

Help restore dignity.

With gratitude,
Angel Barnett
The Dream Institute

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One of the most common misconceptions about human trafficking is that freedom comes from a single moment. A rescue. An escape. A clean break.

In reality, survivors often face their greatest vulnerability after they leave. Without coordinated support, many are left navigating complex systems alone while still carrying the weight of trauma.

Survivors rarely need just one service. They need care that is connected and consistent.

At The Dream Institute, both Short Creek Dream Center and Living Hope Dream Center provide wrap-around support through intentional case management. We focus on restoring dignity, identity, and hope through consistent relationships and trauma-informed care. This includes help with medical care, counseling, employment readiness, parenting support, and more. Everything works together, so individuals are not left to figure it out on their own.

Genelle, a graduate of the Short Creek Dream Center said, “I didn’t just need help. I needed someone to walk with me and not give up when things felt overwhelming.”

We walk alongside women as they rediscover their worth. Healing does not happen all at once. It happens through trust. Through being seen. Through being reminded, again and again, that their life has value and their future is not defined by their past.

Over time, we see individuals begin to stand taller. Confidence returns. Hope grows. New dreams take shape.

If you feel led to support this work, your generosity helps create the space and consistency needed for true restoration. It allows survivors to heal at their own pace and rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

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When people think about human trafficking, they often imagine dramatic rescues or stories that feel far away. What we don’t talk about as often is what happens after someone is rescued.

That moment is usually quiet. Fear is still present. Trust feels fragile. Many survivors have lived so long without safety that rest itself feels unfamiliar.

Millions of people around the world experience exploitation each year, often with nowhere safe to turn. For many survivors, the most dangerous moment comes after they leave, when safety and stability are still out of reach.

At The Dream Institute, both our Short Creek Dream Center and Living Hope Dream Centers begin with one simple but critical commitment: safe, stable housing. Survivors and families often arrive in immediate crisis. They are fleeing exploitation, domestic violence, labor trafficking, or controlling environments. What we offer first is not just a bed. It is safety. Structure. Consistent care.

Safety creates space.
Space to breathe.
Space to sleep.
Space to begin again.

Our homes are designed to be trauma-informed and stable, so individuals can start to settle before anything else is asked of them. Healing takes time. It cannot happen without safety. This is where restoration begins.

Throughout January, Human Trafficking Awareness Month, we will continue sharing what the trafficking crisis truly looks like and how we are responding with long-term care rooted in dignity and hope.

If you feel led to support this work, your generosity helps provide safe, stable housing and ongoing care for survivors and families, you can give here.

With gratitude,
Angel Barnett
The Dream Institute

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LIVINGHOPE DREAM CENTER:
If you are interested in applying for residency, look over the Residential Intake Process below and email [email protected] to receive an application.

Crisis Pregnancy Residential Intake Process
STEP 1: DETERMINE HER ELIGIBILITY FOR RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT
We serve pregnant women and new mothers facing crisis situations. Ask the following:

Is she at least 18 years old?
Is she currently pregnant or parenting an infant (up to 12 months old)?
Is she experiencing homelessness, unsafe living conditions, family estrangement, domestic violence, or other crisis-level situations impacting her or her child’s wellbeing?
Is she seeking a supportive, safe, and stable environment to prepare for birth and motherhood?

STEP 2: EXPLAIN WHAT OUR PROGRAM OFFERS
Is she ready to receive support and begin building a healthy foundation for herself and her child?

We are a sober-living, faith-informed program designed to support young women in crisis pregnancy. We focus on restoring hope and equipping her for a stable future—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Our program provides:

Safe housing, nutritious meals, and prenatal/postnatal support
Parenting education, life skills training, and counseling
Opportunities for GED, job readiness, and spiritual growth
A structured daily schedule and shared living environment
What she needs to know:

We are a community, and she will be expected to participate in shared chores and group activities.

She must be open to learning new parenting and life skills.
Social media and phone use may be limited, especially during early phases of stabilization.
She will be expected to attend medical appointments, counseling sessions, house meetings, and classes.
We are here to walk alongside her—this is a place of grace, accountability, and healing.

STEP 3: SUBMIT A CLIENT APPLICATION
If she is interested, the next step is to complete the Crisis Pregnancy Program Application.
The form can be submitted via email to: [email protected]

Once submitted, our intake coordinator will follow up to schedule a phone or in-person interview to answer questions and assess readiness.

STEP 4: PREPARE FOR INTAKE
To help her transition smoothly into the program, please try to gather the following documents (if available):
Any hospital, rehab, or shelter discharge paperwork

Photo ID
Proof of pregnancy or birth certificate of baby
Current medications or prenatal supplements
Medical records or prenatal visit history
Insurance documents (if applicable)
Parole/probation requirements, if relevant
Emergency contacts and any legal paperwork

We will coordinate transportation as needed. Upon arrival, our team will welcome her, complete intake paperwork, and begin the orientation process.

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Amanda's Story
Living Hope Resident

A year ago, I was battling trauma, PTSD, and the fear of being found by the man who kidnapped and abused me for 43 days. With my newborn son just out of the NICU, I prayed for a safe place—and God led me to the Hope House. From the moment they picked us up, I knew I wasn’t alone. Today, I’m working two jobs, seeing a trauma therapist, and raising my son with confidence and faith. I’ve been baptized, found community, and celebrated for my healing and sobriety. Hope House gave me a second chance—and helped me take my life back.

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All Services Are Confidential and Include:
Hope House Maternity Home provides housing and comprehensive support for pregnant women and their child.

Services include:
- Safe and stable housing during pregnancy and up to six months postpartum
- Prenatal education, including what to expect during pregnancy
- Parenting classes focused on healthy, positive habits
- Budgeting and financial management skills
- Career readiness and job preparation
- Assistance in reaching educational milestones
- Trade skill development and vocational training
- Mentorship and individualized support from staff and volunteers
- Transitional housing support for next steps after maternity care
- Holistic development for both mother and child
- Emotional and practical family support throughout the journey

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About us
A young woman finds herself alone and pregnant. She’s scared. Without support.

But we exist to tell her, “You’re not alone.” And we’ve been meeting women right where they are—every day since 1997.

What began as a divine calling for founder Dinah Monahan and a small church community has grown into a life-changing outreach that includes a maternity home, a transitional housing program, parenting education, and emotional restoration.

Living Hope is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit, sustained by the generosity of individuals and local businesses. Through this support, we provide pregnant women and families with the resources they need to thrive—both during and after pregnancy.

Best of all, every service we offer is completely free—because we believe families matter, and every child deserves a hopeful beginning.

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On our National anti-trafficking effort, Konstance Meredith, Co-Executive Director of the Short Creek Dream Center has been an anti-trafficking activist for ten (10) years. In Phoenix, Konstance was a member of the Mayor's Human Trafficking Task Force and the Governor Ducey's Council to Combat Human Trafficking. At the Phoenix Dream Center, Konstance was in charge of human trafficking housing, "Hope Lives" for more than six (6) years.

Since moving to Utah, Konstance has had an emphasis on religious trafficking (given the past of Colorado City and Hildale) and is continuing her efforts, becoming a member of the Utah Trafficking In Persons Task Force.
The Dream Institute continues to push forward to access and help the local communities where we have a presence now and look to expand the Dream Center formula to other States like, Texas and Utah.

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At the Short Creek Dream Center, we have a heart to serve people.

Konstance Merideth/Co-Executive Director
Born in Germany and having lived in 12 different states, Konstance Merideth has always preferred small-town life. Since moving to Short Creek with her husband and children, she has become deeply involved in the community, serving as the assistant volleyball coach at Water Canyon High School and taking on various volunteer roles. As Co-Executive Director of the Short Creek Dream Center, she has led an expansion in outreach, now serving 400 families weekly at the local food bank. Passionate about collaboration, she works alongside organizations and leaders to strengthen community support and advocate for survivors of human trafficking.

Luke Merideth/Co-Executive Director
A military veteran with a Master’s degree in Substance Abuse Counseling and a graduate of the Phoenix Dream Center himself, Luke loves using his gifts and experience to help others see their God-given potential! While sharing executive administrative efforts with Konstance. Luke leads in Organizational Development including facilities and fundraising. He currently is collaborating with the community by remaining highly involved; he is a sitting City Councilman for the City of Hildale Utah, is a member on the board of the Uzona Chamber of commerce, and helps coach the wrestling team at Water Canyon High School.

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Rosa came to Living Hope Dream Center after years of instability. With counseling, parenting support, financial training, and leadership development, she is now thriving, preparing to graduate, and leading her family with confidence.

Naomi came to Short Creek Dream Center after surviving seven years of exploitation. For the first time in decades, she received medical care and counseling. Surrounded by a safe, supportive community, she is finding her voice again.

Both women show us the same truth: resilience can rebuild what abuse tried to destroy. The Dream Institute exists to make this kind of transformation possible. Join us in restoring dignity, equipping women with tools for stability, and creating a path to lasting hope.

Your gift fuels resilience and healing for more women like Rosa and Naomi.

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This season, your compassion helps create lasting change.

At The Dream Institute, survivors of human trafficking find more than shelter. They find a place where healing begins and belonging is restored.

Last Christmas, Naomi barely spoke. Trauma had taken her voice and her trust. One afternoon, after a warm meal and a kind welcome, she quietly whispered her first words since arriving. “Thank you.”

This year looks very different. Naomi is serving others at our holiday dinner, welcoming new residents, and offering the same compassion she once received. She shared, “For the first time, I’m looking forward to Christmas. It feels like I belong.”

Belonging is the beginning of healing. It is where safety becomes real and hope takes root.

As we work to close our remaining $200,000 year-end gap, your support helps ensure we can continue providing safe housing, counseling, and education without interruption. Your gift today helps survivors like Naomi find their voice and step into a new beginning.

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