Lucy's Story
I’m Lucy, and at 16, I moved into a Youth Futures Nest property with my four-month-old son, Theo. I left home to escape my mum’s violence and drug use, and for our safety, I got a restraining order against my ex, Theo’s dad. All I wanted was a better life for me and my baby.
With my Nest worker by my side, I learned how to be a great mum. I’d never lived alone before, so they helped me set up utilities, budget, and keep our home tidy. As Theo grew, they guided me through things like starting him on solids and getting his shots. In our safe, loving home, he’s thriving.
I’m a proud Ngadju woman, and when a friend needed me, I cared for her baby girl for two months while she was away. It wasn’t easy, but it showed me how strong I could be.
I also joined Youth Futures Community School Hub in Clarkson, earning my Certificate II in General Education and getting healthier with yoga and gym classes. My hard work paid off — I won the Positive Participation Award at graduation! Now, I’m in my own home, studying a Cert III in Allied Health Assistance at TAFE, dreaming of becoming a midwife.