Buddies for Life

Jay and Kyle have lived together in Isaiah House at Down Home Ranch since 2011. Kyle has an uncle named Jay, so the guys instantly bonded over the shared name. Living together can often come with disagreements, but Jay and Kyle feel like they are better friends because they are housemates. Together, they like to play video games, practice Bocce, compete in Frisbee Golf and watch movies. Jay…

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A Tale of Two Friends

Having a best friend means you have someone to laugh with, confide in, and tell you jokes when you are sad. A best friend listens, trusts, and believes in you. A best friend is exactly what Natalie and Alex found when they met each other. Natalie had been a Rancher for eight years before Alex…

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John’s Story of Friendship

John would describe a true friend as someone who is nice to you, treats you with respect, and gives you hugs when you need comfort. Before moving to Down Home Ranch, John had one person he considered a true friend, but now he says he has more friends than he can count! John was born…

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Camp is coming, BOO!

Campers and Families, Here at the Ranch, the morning air was crisp and a little chilly. We sure hope you all are staying warm! Having to cancel camp last summer was an absolute disappointment. However, we did not let that little bump in the road keep us down too long. We started planning for Ranch…

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