Jill, a 15-year-old female, grew up in the foster care system. At the age of seven, Jill was taken away from her foster family due to their illness and returned to the system. When she first came to Five Acres’ group home, Jill had severe mood swings, impulsive behaviors and depression that hindered her daily functioning in school and at home. A typical day consisted of Jill’s having difficulty waking up after being in bed 10 hours with insomnia during the night because of her anxiety. Jill's thoughts were dominated by ideas of death, paranoia, and fears of becoming ill. She consequently missed school frequently, began failing classes, and was held back one grade level. Jill's need for constant attention due to low self-esteem, struggling with her weight, and just going through the adolescence phase exacerbated her anxiety and fears of life.

Five Acres staff has found appropriate medications and behavioral interventions to assist Jill with her impulsivity, mood swings and depression. Jill has dramatically improved and is attending school daily and passing her classes. Jill has also secured a job and is managing her own money. She plans to pursue vocational skills in cosmetology, and has developed healthy adult relationships outside the group home. She has also connected with several "permanent persons" who provide her with consistency and stability and promise to be life-long relationships.