During the first meeting with Gabe, the eco map shows that Mandy did not have any source of income, relationship with TANF work was not great due to the changes in the TANF welfare policy. Mandy was skeptical of Gabe and was ready to give him a piece of her mind based off the meeting with TANF worker. The relationship with her son’s father was weak, however she has a good relationship with his family. It shows that the relationship with her mother was also weak. Education was a top priority for Mandy and it demonstrates she has goals to achieve. It shows that she does not have any income. The support group that she attends at the housing authority is a strong connection with people like her. She is able to vent and share her frustrations
