Carolina, 27 years old, CA

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Carolina is an amazing young mother of two baby boys. She was a former foster youth and although her boys are not currently residing with her, she takes the necessary steps to be the best mother she can be. Carolina engages in parenting classes and behavioral services, and she is a part time student at Five Keys Charter School. Carolina has been exploring job opportunities but with COVID it has been a struggle. Despite the difficulties, she remains optimistic in her search! Carolina has also taken up a new hobby of doing nails and has been practicing everyday to perfect her skills. Her goal is to be a nail technician one day. She expresses that doing nails helps her manage her stress. It is a very therapeutic coping skill for her. Carolina enjoys the outdoors, hiking, and most importantly spending time with her two baby boys.

Carolina is currently experiencing financial stressors and with COVID it has been a struggle for her to find a job. Carolina was receiving assistance for Calfresh and General relief but she recently got cut off. Her plan is to reapply for benefits again in hopes she can have a little bit of financial support again. She is unable to find employment and is struggling to keep up with financial responsibilities. She wishes for a gift card to Target so she can purchase some new clothes this spring. Her clothes are worn and don't quite fit properly so a wardrobe update is much needed. This has been such a difficult year and Carolina is doing her best to stay positive so she can move on, find a job, and support her family again. This support would mean the world to this hardworking mother.