Maddy, 18 years old, CA | 25 DAYS WAITING

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Maddy moved into transitional housing after spending time in foster care and is taking an exciting step toward her future by registering for college. While she is naturally shy and feels nervous about starting this new chapter, she is also eager to learn and motivated to create opportunities for herself. Maddy has shown remarkable independence as she adjusts to a new living environment and navigates the college enrollment process. Despite the challenges she has faced throughout her time in foster care, she remains hopeful and determined to build a successful future. Her resilience, quiet strength, and willingness to embrace new experiences demonstrate her potential to thrive as she pursues her educational goals.

As Maddy moves into her first apartment, she's focused on making it a cozy and functional home, even though her budget is tight. After covering the basics like rent, utilities, and groceries, buying a TV just isn’t in the cards right now. But having a TV would really help her out; she could catch local news and weather updates, enjoy educational shows, and dive into her favorite streaming services. Plus, it would give her a nice way to unwind after a long day without the temptation to splurge on outside entertainment. If she could get a television, it would not only make her space feel more like home but also help her save money for other important expenses.