Brody, 12 years old

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Brody has been through a lot of trauma in his young life. He is in placement with the goal of adoption. He carries a lot of sadness from being disappointed by the people who were closest to him. He has learned and utilized coping skills to manage his feelings about his life experiences. He has struggled to make friends at school and often feels like an outsider. He loves playing soccer and has made social connections and friends from it. He also enjoys playing video games and basketball and taking care of his two cats. He also enjoys caring for plants. He has talked about wanting to become a police officer when he grows up.

Brody has a variety of interests, including soccer, basketball, video games, and plants. A gift card would be a perfect way for him to acquire items related to these activities, which not only help him connect with his peers but also serve as a healthy outlet during times when he feels upset or overwhelmed. He has been window shopping online for quite some time and is eager to purchase things on his own. Having the opportunity to choose his own items would mean so much to him and enhance his sense of independence.