Adriana Maze
Adriana is thrilled to bring her passion and expertise to Homeward Bound as a Peer Mentor. A California native, Adriana grew up enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. From playing piano and riding horses to spending sunny days at the beach, her love for exploration and new experiences is mirrored in her professional life where she is committed to making a positive difference. After graduating from university, driven by a deep desire to connect with and uplift others on a personal level, Adriana shifted from a medical career, and has since worked to provide more meaningful and individualized support for children, teens, and young adults. With this rich background, she has supported others in navigating personal challenges, fostering leadership skills, achieving self-empowerment, and finding personal growth.
In addition to her role at Homeward Bound, Adriana co-founded Crownhill Aide and Support, an NGO in Nigeria that provides vital services such as medical care, scholarships, and legal aid to incarcerated individuals. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, culinary adventures, and spending quality time with her husband Onyema and their two pups. With a passion for personal growth and an unwavering commitment to empowering youth through leadership and guidance, Adriana looks forward to making a lasting impact at Homeward Bound.
- Favorite Quote: "If you want a happy ending, that depends, of course, on where you stop your story." —Orson Wells
- Favorite Movie: “Little Women (2019). I feel like I can relate with every single character and it makes me feel so validated in how I feel and with my dreams! I also love that time period and that story is just timeless.”
- Favorite Food: “Cookie dough because something about it is just SO much more magical than cookies.”
- What Advice Would You Give Your Teen Self? “I would tell her to be patient. Healing isn't linear.”
- Where Did You Work as a Teen?:“I worked as a piano teacher and a wedding coordinator. Best jobs EVER!”