Ta'Layasia, 18 years old, SC

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Ta'Layasia aged out of foster care at just 18 after a childhood marked by early loss, including the deaths of her mother and six-year-old sister when she was only eight. Aging out without a stable permanent home has left her facing homelessness, yet she remains kind, resilient, and giving. She has a strong, fiercely independent work ethic and dreams of finishing her GED and finding a career she's passionate about. Ta'Layasia treasures the time she spends with her close friends.

Getting around is a serious daily challenge for Ta'Layasia, who walks several miles to work, often during early mornings or late nights when it isn't safe. It's not a sustainable solution, and the walk puts her at real risk. A scooter would let her get to work quickly and safely, cutting down on both her travel time and the stress of walking alone. It would also make it easier for her to pick up extra shifts and pursue new opportunities as she works toward independence and a more stable future.