In her time of despair, Olive C. turned to the Community Service Society.
Olive is originally from Jamaica.
She came to New York nine years ago seeking a better life for herself and her family. Olive worked seven days a week at two jobs to provide for her family. She bought a car to commute to work. Her second job was as a nurse s aide for 14 hours on weekends. She was determined to keep herself and the children off public assistance.