My Name Is Drew
My name is Drew, and I am a 24 year old man living at Laura’s House, King Edward II. I was diagnosed with a serious brain disease when I was 19 and living in Florida. I was in a situation where I felt I had trouble being understood. I felt trapped and was constantly trying to keep a balance in my head. Eventually, I was hospitalized for a short time but that didn’t solve the problems I was having. Although I was put on medication, I preferred not to take it, since I want to live naturally and deal with my problems in other ways like exercise.
I was in Florida for 2 years waiting for a placement in Virginia. My stepfather had contacts here in Northern Virginia, since we had lived here for a period of time in my life. He knew people from Pathways and when an opening came up with The Brain Foundation, I was selected to be a resident.
Being here at King Edward has helped me to live independently and to learn to grow up. I have a stable environment and have started to work consistently. I have a home with men who are close to my age and dealing with a similar situation that I am in. We work hard to better our lives together. What really makes me happy is to help my roommates to stay positive. This gives me a sense of pride that I can help others.
Living at King Edward has helped me in other ways, too. I’ve become more organized and consistent with keeping my living areas fresh, as living here has taught me to appreciate the chores and maintenance that is required to upkeep a home.
First thing in the morning, I like to be alone to clear my head and prepare myself for another day. I like to find my Zen, which helps me to stay positive and live a happy life
I was in Florida for 2 years waiting for a placement in Virginia. My stepfather had contacts here in Northern Virginia, since we had lived here for a period of time in my life. He knew people from Pathways and when an opening came up with The Brain Foundation, I was selected to be a resident.
Being here at King Edward has helped me to live independently and to learn to grow up. I have a stable environment and have started to work consistently. I have a home with men who are close to my age and dealing with a similar situation that I am in. We work hard to better our lives together. What really makes me happy is to help my roommates to stay positive. This gives me a sense of pride that I can help others.
Living at King Edward has helped me in other ways, too. I’ve become more organized and consistent with keeping my living areas fresh, as living here has taught me to appreciate the chores and maintenance that is required to upkeep a home.
First thing in the morning, I like to be alone to clear my head and prepare myself for another day. I like to find my Zen, which helps me to stay positive and live a happy life
