Mia is Stephanie’s daughter with Jamie, whose shared custody with her father poses emotional and logistical challenges for Stephanie.

Jamie is Mia’s father and Stephanie’s boyfriend, who becomes emotionally manipulative and attempts to control Stephanie through their daughter.

Stephanie’s mother grew up in poverty, later moves to Europe, and becomes emotionally distant from Stephanie.

William, Stephanie’s mother’s boyfriend, lives in Europe and has a tense relationship with Stephanie.

After Stephanie flees Jamie, she temporarily stays with her father, who struggles with emotional instability and denial of Jamie’s abuse.

Charlotte is Stephanie’s father’s partner, who experiences forms of abuse, mirroring Stephanie's past experiences.

Julie is Stephanie’s caseworker who aids her transition through various stages of housing assistance, emphasizing the scrutiny of public aid.

Travis is a farmer Stephanie meets online who initially offers companionship but later distances himself when Stephanie cannot assist with farm work.

Jenny is the head of the first cleaning company where Stephanie works, characterized by its informal structure and emphasis on social fit.

Lonnie is the HR manager at Classic Clean, known for her professionalism, which contrasts with Stephanie’s previous employer.

Pam is the owner of Classic Clean, acting as a mentor to Stephanie and providing emotional support.

Henry is a client who treats Stephanie kindly by engaging with her beyond her role as a maid.

Wendy is a client who provides Stephanie with friendship and support while dealing with her own health issues.

Donna is an independent client who pays Stephanie well but holds prejudiced views, causing tension due to Stephanie's use of government aid.

Cigarette Lady is a mysterious client known only through the clues Stephanie observes while cleaning her home.

Kurt is the owner of Stephanie’s apartment, supportive of her struggles and work-trade agreement.

Alice is Kurt’s wife, uneasy about the work-trade arrangement and eventually insists on a formal contract.