We strive to mobilize the community to address its issues and needs. Utilizing a holistic case management model, Hester House attempts to stabilize and treat the root of the client’s problem. This approach facilitates solutions that will engage and empower the client and those in his/her family to seek social independence. The Julia C. Hester House has been enhancing the quality of lives in Houston’s Fifth Ward since 1943. The organization is named after Julia C. Hester (1881–1940), a teacher, who opened her home to neighborhood youth. She and her husband, A.Z. Hester, were leaders in the Fifth Ward community, and, although having no children of their own, provided a safe place for all children in the community. Julia C. Hester House was named to honor Mrs. Hester for her contributions and dedication to youth.