At 15, Ana Maria entered foster care with her four sisters, taking on parental responsibilities throughout her childhood. She is studying nursing in college, crediting her time in care for her independence and confidence. Despite the tragedy of losing her mother to addiction, Ana is caring, nurturing, and extroverted, actively seeking connections and advocating for foster youth rights. In her free time, she enjoys reading, crocheting, and watching Korean dramas. Ana has taught herself sign language and passed this skill to her youngest sister. Crocheting, which she took up in foster care, allows her to express her emotions creatively, and she has made various items, including a memorable horse.