Holly Rundels was 15 when she was placed at Vista Maria, a residential facility for girls in Dearborn Heights. In this conversation, she describes girls being heavily medicated on a regular basis and sexually abused by staff, and says she became pregnant as a minor by a 27-year-old staff member.
Holly is one of 97 women who have come forward this year as a civil lawsuit now has 11 plaintiffs. Holly isn’t one of them, because Michigan’s statute of limitations has run out on her claim. She also reacts to Vista Maria’s new housing program for veteran women and children on the same campus.
Vista Maria has been contacted for comment:
"We take matters involving the safety and well-being of those we serve very seriously, and we will continue to address these claims through the legal process. Due to privacy and confidentiality laws, we cannot comment on specific individuals or circumstances. We remain fully committed to transparency within the bounds of the law, cooperation with appropriate authorities, and continued support for the individuals and families we serve."
Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual abuse of minors and institutional abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
WWJ's Darrylin Horne spoke to her one on on.
Nov 13, 2026
