Alexis, 19 years old, CA

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Alexis is a wise young woman who has faced many challenges growing up in the foster system. She has a warm and positive personality that attracts people. Although she doesn't have a strong support system in San Diego, she keeps in touch with a few cousins from her hometown. She's working hard to create a stable life in her new apartment through a housing program. Alexis enjoys expressing her creativity by decorating her home and putting together unique outfits. Her resilience and joyful spirit make her a remarkable person with a bright future.

Alexis has been living in a foster care apartment program for the past eight months, but the environment has been difficult—her roommate has not shared responsibilities, and the program offered little support when she faced depression. Now, Alexis is moving into a new housing program that already feels like a much better fit, giving her hope and encouragement. Since she cannot bring many of her household items with her, Alexis will need to start over. One of her biggest wishes is to have new pots and pans so she can cook her favorite homemade meals. Having her own pots and pans is important because it gives her the ability to prepare healthy, comforting food, maintain her independence, and create a sense of stability in her new home. Cooking is more than just making meals for Alexis—it is a source of comfort, a way to take care of herself, and a daily reminder that she is capable of building a better, healthier life.