Shannon, 20 years old, CA

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Shannon is working hard to overcome the challenges she faces as she navigates the foster care system. She is focusing on building healthy boundaries and relationships while pursuing her dreams of giving back to her community. In her free time, Shannon enjoys cooking, listening to music, practicing self-care, and spending time with friends. As she continues to heal from her past trauma, she is discovering that she is not alone on this journey. Shannon is becoming more confident in advocating for the support and assistance she needs to keep moving forward.

Shannon has been actively learning how to cook and enjoys putting her own twist on classic meals. By experimenting with different ingredients and flavors, she’s found creative ways to keep her meal prep exciting and delicious, even when repeating the same dishes. Her passion for cooking has become an outlet for her creativity and a valuable tool for building self-sufficiency. A stand mixer will give Shannon the opportunity to experience with new things in the kitchen.