Michael, who prefers to be called Mike, will soon age out of foster care. He has been in care most of his life due to his biological parents' addiction. After living with his maternal grandmother, Mike faced multiple traumas, including addiction to drugs. Despite setbacks, he graduated from high school and enrolled at Montclair State University (MSU) to study Psychology with a minor in Social Work. He is a peer counselor for foster children and aspires to be a Social Worker or Drug and Alcohol Counselor, dedicated to giving back to others who are facing similar challenges as he did. His journey demonstrates not only his commitment to personal healing but also his desire to help others, creating a ripple effect of support in the community.