Shay, 19 years old, MO

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Shay is in foster care. She is independent and well-mannered, balancing her schoolwork, a nearly full-time job, and participation in a demanding program. Shay has a passion for helping others, especially children, and aspires to become a social worker to support individuals facing challenges similar to her own. She is dedicated and consistently puts others before herself.

Shay has not received a new mattress since entering foster care, and she also needs a new bed frame, as her current one is broken and continues to deteriorate where the mattress rests. Despite never complaining about her situation, she genuinely requires a new bed. Although she is working a lot, she barely makes enough to cover her basic bills, so buying a bed has not been a priority for her. Having a sturdy new bed frame would ensure that she can rest well and feel her best at work.