AD, 21 years old, CA

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AD is navigating a number of challenging hurdles in his life, particularly when it comes to mental health. Having aged out of foster care, he remains in touch with his previous foster parent, who provides him with some support. In his free time, AD finds joy in a variety of hobbies. He loves listening to music from all genres, experimenting with fashion styling, playing basketball, and skateboarding. These activities bring him a sense of happiness and fulfillment amid his struggles.

Skating is AD's preferred form of mental health and exercise. He has enjoyed skating ever since he was a kid, but he did not start seriously skating until high school, when he saved up to purchase his own and made a deal with his foster mom to wear a helmet. He has had two boards since high school, and at the end of his second year of college, his last skateboard broke from overuse. He is requesting a new full board to continue this form of self-care.