Octavia, 31 years old, NJ | 61 DAYS WAITING

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Urban League of Hudson County

Octavia is a dedicated single mother raising three beautiful children: twin girls and a child with autism. Life has not been easy for her. After caring for her aging parents until their passing, she found herself without stable housing and had to move into a one-bedroom apartment with her sister and children. Octavia is also a survivor of domestic violence and is doing everything she can to create a safe and nurturing environment for her children. Since she is the full-time caregiver for her child with autism, she is currently unable to work. However, she has recently achieved a new goal by moving into a place of her own.

Octavia is a single mother of three young children, one of whom has autism. After experiencing domestic violence and the loss of her parents, she has worked hard to secure a safe home for her family. Although she is grateful to have a place of their own, Octavia is unable to work because she is the full-time caregiver for her child with autism. This financial constraint means that many basic household needs remain out of reach. Octavia wishes for a sofa—a comfortable space where her children can relax, read, and enjoy time together. This small gift would help transform their house into a true home filled with comfort and care. Plus, it would provide Octavia with a place to sit and listen to music, something she currently cannot do at home.