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                            2012 NYC ''She is Me'' Red Carpet Event
           

 

What is an Enchanted Makeover?

 

An Enchanted Makeover is really about helping someone tap into the core of who they truly are, seeing life through a child’s eyes, believing in the impossible and having child-like faith.

 

 
 
Enchanted Makeovers, is embodied by the work and spirit of Terry Grahl (EM's Chief Executive Officer and Visionary), she aspires not so much to do something as to be something. It’s not a series of “decorating” projects; it is a movement to transform not only the lives of the women and children who are rebuilding their lives in shelters but also to transform those who participate in the giving.This represents a profound shift in the traditional view of philanthropy and the communication of it is the essence of the Enchanted Makeovers brand. 


    “It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.”  ~ Mother Teresa~  







How the journey began…
 

    
 
In December 2006, I received a call from a gentleman asking for help. I was an award winning interior decorator, and he was the black tie event coordinator of a local shelter for women and children. He wanted my help in painting even one wall.  At the time, my first reaction was fear. I was fearful going, I really didn't know what to expect. I had never been to a shelter.  But I decided to make the visit.  I took photos to assist with any necessary planning and visualization. That is, if I would actually accept the volunteer job. I still wasn't sure, and was leaning towards a "probably not". As I downloaded the pictures to my computer, there it was, THE picture. There amongst the black metal donated used prison beds, a stained mattress and an unfinished sheet rock wall was something dear to my heart: a polka dot, a safe pattern that has no sharp edges. There on a seemingly ordinary pillow was an answer.  When I saw the polka dots in that picture, I heard, "Trust me." From that moment, I knew I was prepared to do whatever I could to bring hope to the women and children.  With no funds and no volunteers lining up at the door, I had only to put my trust in God, keep the faith and, most importantly, I needed to step away from my ego. These women and children must not be disappointed again. After I accepted his challenge, I then took another giant Leap of Faith! I closed my business and founded Enchanted Makeovers, a non-profit 501 (C) 3 organization. EM is blessed to be an award winning organization that is recognized internationally.
  
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Our Mission… 
 
Enchanted Makeovers’ mission is to transform shelters for women and children into an environment that inspires psychological and behavioral change. A haven is created where women and children rebuilding their lives are reminded everyday they hold the ''golden ticket'' to transforming their dreams into reality. Our unique makeovers, projects and programs supplement the shelter’s efforts, building a stronger foundation for success and improved outcomes.
 
           

           

 
 
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The “enchanted” projects, programs and events...  

  
      

Enchanted Makeovers’ unique projects, programs and events such as sewing classes, hands on cooking & baking classes, gardening, inside-out makeovers, journaling, stepping into the dream and capes for kids provide new solutions tailored to meet the needs of women and children who are living in shelters to re-build their lives. They provide a foundation for success that is missing in most shelter programs. We start by transforming the physical shelter space into an environment that inspires psychological and behavioral change. Creatively, focus, self-worth and optimism for the future are among the transformative results. The programs help to break down the walls of segregation between the shelter and the community while teaching coping skills and life skills. Volunteers and crafters are united from across the nation with the women and children, each given the opportunity to share their talents, share their story and shine their light.
 
Ultimately at Enchanted Makeovers, we believe she is me!
 
       
      
 

I note the obvious differences between each sort and type, but we are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike."  Maya Angelou

 

 

The Importance of Hand-Made…
  • Handmade items are very important to the healing process. It carries with it the love and positive energy of the creator.

                            ''Dreams can come true even if you have to make them by hand.''  Kim Clark

 
                               

            
 
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The science behind the success… 
 
 
Environmental science has proven that environment and imagery affect human behavior on many levels. In his book The Worry Solution, M.Rossman, MD describes how images and environment actually affect the brain’s limbic system. In Man’s Search for Meaning, the famous psychiatrist, Dr. Victor Frankl, documented the importance of imagery. He stated “when you can imagine survival, you will survive”. 

In the 1950’s, biologist and doctor Jonas Salk was working on a cure for polio in a dark, dismal basement laboratory in Pittsburgh. Progress was very slow, so to clear his head, Salk traveled do Assisi, Italy, where he spent time in the beautiful country-side and cloistered courtyards. Suddenly, Salk found himself awash in new insights, including the one that would lead to his successful polio vaccine. Salk was convinced he had drawn his inspiration from the uplifting setting. 

Programs such as the Doll Adoption, Capes for Kids or Stepping into the Dream provide very important coping skills for the children living in shelters. They allow the children to use the power of their minds by tapping into their imaginations. They find out they can believe in themselves as the “super” girls and boys they already are! 
 
                               ''Come live in my heart, and pay no rent.''  Samuel Lover


 

 
 
''When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves.''
Viktor E. Frankl