Flores, 38 years old, CA | 18 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

Asian Women's Shelter

When the violence in her home became impossible to survive, Flores made the hardest decision a mother can make. She left Texas with her teenage son, walking away from everything familiar so she could protect the one person who mattered most. Safety became her compass, even when the path forward was uncertain. Starting over was not easy. The trauma lingered, but Flores never let it define her. Step by step, she rebuilt. She secured approval for long-term housing and began imagining a home where her son could finally exhale, sleep peacefully, and feel safe again. Her strength shows in quiet ways, in her steady focus, her determination, and her deep commitment to her son’s well-being. Flores has always found purpose in caring for others. She once ran a childcare business and felt at home nurturing young children. Today, she is back in school pursuing a child development degree, holding onto the dream of opening a licensed childcare program once more. She believes that her lived experience, compassion, and perseverance can become a gift to other families. What makes Flores truly special is her ability to hold onto hope after so much loss. Even after violence and displacement, she continues to look forward, building a life rooted in safety, learning, and love. This support would help Flores and her son take their next steps into permanent housing and begin a future defined not by survival, but by stability and possibility.

Flores needs assistance with moving, specifically for professional mover services. She will cover the security deposit and first month’s rent on her own, but help with moving will ease both the financial burden and the physical demands of relocating. Having this support will reduce stress during a critical transition, making the process more manageable. It will also allow her to focus on her safety, maintain stability, and take care of her essential needs. With this help, Flores can move forward confidently and start this new chapter of her life on solid ground.