Angela, 40 years old, CA | NEEDED BY 05/02

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Angela entered foster care at a young age after her mother was unable to protect her from abuse by a family member. Following her removal from home, she spent time in foster care and shelters before being placed with a relative. Unfortunately, that placement was also unstable and abusive. Throughout her childhood and adolescence, Angela experienced multiple placements, including foster homes and group homes, and struggled to find the stability, safety, and support that many children rely on. Growing up in foster care made it difficult for her to find stability and establish a strong foundation for adulthood, but she has never let that stop her. With a bold, independent spirit and unwavering dedication to her son, who is on the autism spectrum, Angela has pushed through every obstacle to reach her current position. Angela has built a career in case management and hopes to return to this field once her son begins preschool. Creative, intelligent, and resourceful, she enjoys shopping, sharing her story, and doing whatever it takes to support her family and achieve her dreams.

Angela is navigating a tough journey that many might find hard to understand. As a former foster youth, she’s not just a single mom; she’s also juggling the demands of being a full-time student. Right now, she’s really feeling the weight of her responsibilities. She recently paused her respite care job to support a family member who’s facing a serious health issue, and on top of that, she’s managing her son’s changing ABA services while keeping up with a full class schedule. With the pressures of rent and the rising cost of groceries, it’s been a struggle for Angela to make ends meet. She’s been relying on support from her campus resources and her local community to help her through this challenging time. Any assistance she receives would not only help her put food on the table but also offer her a much-needed moment of relief amidst her overwhelming responsibilities. This is wish 2 of 2.