Karissa moved in with her grandmother after being suddenly removed from her home. Her mother and stepfather struggle with untreated mental health issues, making her previous home unsafe. Karissa is a kind, friendly, and quiet girl. Since coming into care, she has had to relocate to a new city and change schools, but she remains optimistic. She enjoys sports and participates in cross country for her school. Karissa loves spending time with her friends and has been fortunate to receive weekly visits from one of them. Together, they enjoy cooking, talking about fashion, and experimenting with makeup.