Meet Cynthia

Meet Cynthia: She began working with MiWealth in 2020 and has helped countless Detroiters stay in their homes since then. As a Housing Stability Counselor, Cynthia makes sure that families and individuals have all the necessary programs, applications, and knowledge to remain housed.     

This is an issue very close to her heart. “I know what it feels like to be homeless.” In 2016, pregnant with her son, having lost her home, Cynthia and her daughter were living in her car.     

She worked every day to try and get a spot in a shelter and get the support that she needed. Finally, she got the call she had been waiting for.     

“I knew as long as I had that opportunity to live in that shelter, I was going to do whatever it took to get on my feet and stay on my feet.”    

She wanted to break this cycle for her children and ensure that they are set up to succeed. She is currently enrolled in Homebuyer Pre-Purchase Counseling through MiWealth. “I am on my way to homeownership.” Not only has Cynthia gotten on her feet, but she also helps others do the same every day.    

“Now I can pay it forward.”    

Cynthia shows up every single day ready to do everything in her power to help her clients. Her journey allows her to connect with them on a deeper level and she gives them the solutions they need.    

Cynthia’s work is life changing. MiSide is so lucky to have her on our side.