Angela, 40 years old, CA

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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 a resilient single mother who has faced significant mental health challenges stemming from her experiences in the foster care system. One of the ways her anxiety manifests is through blurry vision, which is often triggered by stress, bright lights, and certain movements. These episodes can be overwhelming and, at times, lead to panic attacks. Last year, Angela paid out of pocket for a couple of pairs of prescription glasses to help manage these symptoms. Unfortunately, those glasses are now scratched, and instead of helping, they sometimes worsen her condition. Despite her efforts to practice coping strategies, the lack of clear, reliable vision support continues to impact her daily life and sense of safety. Angela’s Medi-Cal coverage doesn’t fully meet her needs in this area, and she’s hoping the One Simple Wish Foundation might be able to help. Having access to new, high-quality glasses would make a meaningful difference in Angela’s ability to manage her symptoms and improve her overall quality of life. Your support would be deeply appreciated and truly life-changing for her.