Ashley was placed in Foster care at 2 months old. She lived in multiple Foster homes and group homes. She emancipated at age 18, was homeless for a year, then re-entered Foster care. She has been on her own since age 21. Ashley is determined to be independent. She's using this time during the pandemic to her best benefit. She is in a program called Bridges to Employment where she is studying for her High School Equivalency. Her goal is to support herself completely. Whatever anyone gives to Ashley, she gives back and then some.