With a family history marked by violence and addiction, Sam found himself in survival mode, with no parents to turn to for guidance. Sam faced challenges due to his medical condition, leaving him unable to work and residing in a run down rental home.
Seeking independence and to gain his driving licence, Sam encountered a maze of paperwork and procedures, compounded by the urgent need to secure safer housing.
Amidst this struggle, Lisa*, our committed Youth Transition Social Worker, recognised Sam’s yearning for stability and swiftly stepped in to offer her support.
Despite Sam’s anxiety about the load of paperwork and the uncertainty about his future, Sam found solace in Lisa’s patient guidance. What started as daunting meetings and paperwork sessions soon turned into moments of shared laughter and camaraderie. Through months of weekly meetings, Sam took significant steps toward his goals.
With Lisa’s encouragement, he applied for his driver’s license. “Guess what? I passed the test! I needed to tell you first,” beamed Sam, beyond excited to share his news with Lisa.
With his newfound confidence, Sam not only conquered his challenges but also became a source of support for others in similar situations, helping with their paperwork questions.
