A sewing machine for Alyssa to develop her passion
Alyssa, 19 years old, CO
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Youth Advocate Programs, IncAlyssa is a 17 year old trooper who has endured a very traumatic past. She is very dedicated to her own growth and advocates for herself to do more trauma work in therapy, and to be able to attend life skill programs. Alyssa has worked hard on trying to be able to self-regulate, and has made the most progress out of an youth I personally know. She love SpongeBob, sewing, reading, and going on walks.
Alyssa is a 17 year old with a severe traumatic past who is getting close to aging out of foster care. While in our program, she has worked with an advocate/mentor who has taught her how to sew, and she fell in love with it. Alyssa's foster mom works from home and is struggling with having Alyssa respect boundaries around work because she is bored. Alyssa is doing an internship with our supported work program, however she is still at home a good amount of time now that school is out. A sewing machine would help Alyssa continue to develop her passion, while also giving foster mom some respite.
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Amanda grants the wish for Alyssa! Thanks Amanda.
"It's amazing that you are working to find healthy coping skills to get you through. That's a journey some people don't even start exploring until much later in life. Keep up the good work and keep doing things you love. "
One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Youth Advocate Programs, Inc for Alyssa.
Alyssa receives the gift from Youth Advocate Programs, Inc!
"My apologies for sending a thank you so late, I wasn't aware of how to do it! Alyssa is absolutely in love with her sewing machine and is even planning on trying to sew her prom dress this year! Thank you so much for your generous donation! "