Ashley has faced plenty of adversity in his young lifetime. In spite of these hardships and with the support of Oasis he is courageously building a better future for himself.
When Ashley was only 4 years old, his dad died of a drug overdose. The impact of this continues to affect his life. At age nine, he was the victim of a hit and run, leaving him with a permanent brain injury. Following this, Ashley faced further challenges in his family relationships, eventually becoming homeless at the age of 15. But Ashley is a survivor. After enduring a brutal existence on the streets, Oasis has helped him find employment and overcome his shattered past.
*Note: All stories are true at time of publishing. Names and locations may be changed to protect the identities of the young people.
