When Grace found out she was expecting at 19, she felt like her life was over. Between the fear of disappointing her loved ones and the lack of support from her child’s father, the future seemed uncertain. However, that “gap year” surprise became the beginning of a beautiful story.
In this video, Grace shares her “Why” – how finding MiraVia’s College Residence on a college campus didn’t just give her a place to stay, but a second chance to thrive as a student and a mother.
Watch Grace’s Story: My Why: Grace’s Journey to Love, Support, and Purpose
What support does MiraVia offer to pregnant college students? MiraVia provides comprehensive support including free housing, food, and baby supplies such as diapers, wipes, clothes, strollers, cribs, and toys. As Grace mentions at [01:09], the program takes care of both the baby’s needs and the mother’s needs, allowing students to focus on their education while living in a supportive environment.
Can you stay in a residence for student moms while attending college? Yes. MiraVia operates a unique College Residence located on a college campus that allows young women to continue their schooling and work while being pregnant or parenting. Residents receive their own bedroom and bathroom [01:25], ensuring a comfortable living situation that often exceeds standard college housing.
What is the “My Why” behind MiraVia’s mission? The “My Why” reflects the core purpose of providing love, care, and a safety net for young moms. For residents like Grace, MiraVia represents a “second chance” [01:40] to experience being a supported and loved mother while pursuing a degree and a purposeful future.
Is housing free for residents at MiraVia? MiraVia offers free housing and living essentials for eligible young women. This support is designed to remove the financial barriers that often make it difficult for pregnant students to choose both motherhood and higher education [01:17].