Alexis, 19 years old, CA

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Alexis is wise beyond her years, shaped by the many obstacles she has overcome while growing up in the foster system. She has a personality that lights up every room she enters, drawing people in with her warmth and positivity. As an out-of-county youth, Alexis does not have a solid support system here in San Diego, though she stays connected to a few cousins from back home. Despite the challenges of being far from familiar faces, she is working hard to create stability for herself in her new apartment through a housing program. For fun, Alexis loves expressing her creativity—whether it’s decorating her home to make it feel warm and inviting or putting together outfits that reflect her unique style. Her resilience, determination, and joyful spirit make her a remarkable young woman with a bright future ahead.

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.