Aaliyah, 11 years old, OR

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Aaliyah has lived with her grandmother for years. She loves to dance and participates in a dance class. She is currently participating in cheerleading. She is volunteering at a second-hand store to get some experience. She also loves arts and crafts. She enjoys doing hair and make-up.

Aaliyah is starting middle school this year and realizing that her grandmother is getting older, which has motivated her to learn important independent living skills. She has made a list of items she wants and hopes to receive a gift card to purchase them. Aaliyah is focusing on personal hygiene, shaving, and doing her own laundry, and she is excited about developing these skills. Learning to care for herself will boost her self-esteem and confidence, allowing her to take on more responsibility. This experience will also help her understand how to budget for the items she needs and compare prices effectively.