Welcome to What About Us
We are here to offer support
services designed for people
who have lost a loved one as
a result of gun violence.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to give aid to anyone who have suffered the death of a child. A network of people who have been properly trained to deal with the spiritual side of losing a loved one as well as give support services. Moreover, via community participation as well as partnership with other community activists, our goal will help in the acquisition of resources and referrals.
History
Additional Information
The Plan is to build upon the underlying belief that all crime victims should have access to high quality, culturally appropriate, victim-centered services. To achieve this, it was necessary to support and facilitate the development of services that are accessible, effective, and victim-centered for all crime victims.
What our past has taught us, The worst day of my life was February 25. At 5:17 PM, my son Detraio Whorton was murdered. My life radically changed that day, as did the way I saw my relationships, family, and friends, as well as my health. Besides, my work. I was undergoing a shift, but I didn't really get it. In truth, I was already dead and completely unaware of it. For me, the grieving process was quite difficult. I had a very difficult time accepting the loss; it felt like a dream. I was unable to when everyone returned to their lives following the burial because I lacked a clear understanding. Tra was physically gone, yet I never lost touch with him.
I attempted suicide on Mother's Day 2021 because I was grieving so much and longed for him. I switched off my phone. My door was practically kicked in by two of my closest pals the next thing I knew. Sheree, we won't let you give up like this, the man continued. They followed me.
After a few days, I woke up one morning to find Tra's shadow there. I attempted to set up in my bed but was unable to do so. I attempted to call to him, but I was unsuccessful.
"Mom, you've got to help," he pleaded. Help who Tra? I said as I turned to face him. Mom, you need to assist those like you, he said. I wasn't sure what that meant at first. Yet it persisted, and when I tried to return to work, I was unable to do so because I felt as though God was tugging at me, telling me that it was time to assist the others. Hence, I started asking about and spoke to people who ran non-profit organizations. I then used all I had learned and took a leap of faith, which is how What About Us came to be.
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Alabama Legislators Open to General Fund Compensation for Crime Victims
WHAT ABOUT US?
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We strive to serve our community
We strive to make a change
We strive to serve our community
We strive to serve our community
We strive to serve our community
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