Halima, 19 years old, CA

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Halima is a confident and resilient young woman who continues to demonstrate determination in achieving her goals. While her support circle is small, she has built a strong and meaningful relationship with her CASA, who has been a consistent source of encouragement. As a teenager, Halima lived in a group home before transitioning into Extended Foster Care housing, where she worked diligently toward her personal and educational goals. In July 2025, she proudly earned her GED, a milestone that reflects her perseverance and commitment to her future. Halima is enrolled part-time at a community college in San Diego, balancing her academic pursuits with career development. She is working closely with a job coach to secure employment and is also in the process of becoming a mentor for youth who have experienced similar life challenges—further demonstrating her drive to give back and support others. In her free time, Halima enjoys relaxing at home and appreciates good food, which brings her comfort and joy.

Halima recently survived a serious car accident that left her hospitalized with significant injuries. While she’s expected to be discharged in the next few weeks, her recovery will be long and challenging. Once home, Halima will still be in rough shape. Simple daily tasks like cooking or grocery shopping will be difficult, if not impossible. With very little support at home, even getting a basic meal will be a source of stress and struggle. An Uber Eats gift card would make a world of difference, allowing her to have warm, nourishing meals delivered straight to her door, giving her one less thing to worry about as she focuses on healing.