Gabriella, 21 years old, NJ | 23 DAYS WAITING

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Gabriella is enrolled in the LifeSet program, which provides support and guidance to young adults transitioning out of the foster care system. She became involved with DCPP when her mother passed away from a drug overdose when Gabriella was 11 years old. Her father struggled with addiction as well, and there was neglect due to their substance abuse. In her free time, Gabriella enjoys spending time with her family and caring for her many animals, as she is an animal lover. She has two young daughters, and together they love taking their dogs for walks and playing with their cats and bunnies. Gabriella also has a passion for softball; she played on her school team growing up and is determined to share her love for the sport with her daughters by throwing the ball with them, even though they are still very young. Cooking and baking are also among Gabriella's favorite activities. Her daughters love to help, and together they bake cookies, cakes, and brownies. Additionally, Gabriella has interests in graphic design and writing short stories. She hopes to explore these areas further when her children are older. Overall, Gabriella is grateful for her two beautiful daughters, cherishes every moment spent with them, and is committed to building a better life for her family.

Gabriella was enrolled in college while pregnant and was enjoying her time as a student, excelling in her classes. However, after giving birth to her first child, she unexpectedly became pregnant again, which made it difficult for her to continue her education at that time. Now, she is contemplating returning to school and recognizes that having a laptop will be essential for her success. Investing in this resource will greatly benefit Gabriella in the long run, as her main goal is to secure a stable income that can support her family.