A Beautiful You - Jamé Scott

Jamé H. Scott is a native of San Francisco, California, where she grew up in the foster care system. She was taken from her biological mother who had experienced many drug related adversities. She was exposed to everything related to drugs imaginable, to include, but not limited to prostitution and molestation. She’s lived in rat and roach infested hotels, abandoned buildings and doorways. She was homeless at times and often wondered where her next meal was coming from, or if there’d even be one. She was taught to steal, lie and beg. When Jamé went into foster care she was happy to know she no longer had to worry about being homeless, panhandling, or being inappropriately touched….by her own mother. Her foster mother, Donna Smith, completely turned her life around, she had given Jamé hope. Mrs. Smith assured Jamé the past was not her fault, but to never forget where she came from so that she would respect and appreciate where she was going She went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work from LeMoyne-Owen College in 2004, an MBA in Management from Strayer University in 2008 and she’s currently pursuing her Masters in Social Work from the University of Memphis. She has a diverse background in the Social Work field and has a wealth of knowledge and experience. She is currently the Foster Care Department Manager at Goodwill Homes Community Services, Inc. in Memphis.