Emma came to Canada from Ghana with her Dad when she was 14 years ago of age. “There are a lot of adjustments moving to a new country,” Emma reflects. But when she was 17 years of age, she was kicked out of the home as her Dad didn’t approve of her choices.
Emma credits Wesley for helping her to register at the Early ON program at 155 Queen Street North for baby and parenting classes and getting connected to other community resources. While she has not remained in contact with her family, she has received support from her church that moved her from a bachelor apartment to a two bedroom while she was in hospital delivering her son.
One of the most touching parts of her story is that she didn’t need any assistance from her Home Visitor in how to eat healthy or make baby food. “I learned nutrition and how to cook on a budget from Wesley Youth Housing,” Emma credits.
Emma is definitely determined. She talks about returning to work or going back to school in the future. Wesley can continue to offer support through Wesley Child Care and Wesley Employment Services as well as our Scholarship program for clients returning to school or re-training.