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“The CALLING
created the
BUSINESS.”
The Beginning
Born and raised on the West side of Chicago, Michael became a father and a heroin addict by age 15. He would eventually leave Chicago in pursuit of a life without addiction. This pursuit brought him to California. Michael soon realized that Chicago, and heroin weren’t his biggest problems; HE WAS!!!
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26 Years….Double Life
Michael would find himself in prison, serving a double life sentence. After 26 years he has returned to the community with a level of insight, clarity and spiritual focus that has positively affected the lives of many.
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Always have HOPE!
Mr. Michael Baldwin established MBSC as a direct result of his own life's journey. His life has trained him to be an effective "Bridge between those that serve and those in need of services."
With skill, intellect and raw experiences Mr. Baldwin and his team, train and coach professionals from a heart of empathy that is contagious and affects the way they provide services to the community.