Leo, 17 years old, NJ | 42 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

Children's Aid & Family Services

Leo is a remarkable young man who has chosen to live with his paternal grandmother. This arrangement was solidified by a court order on February 26, 2025, due to concerns regarding his parents' substance use. A particularly alarming incident occurred when his 7-year-old sister was unable to wake their father and ventured out of their hotel room alone with the family dog to seek help. Despite these challenges, Leo shows great resilience but has limited support. He is eager to start a part-time job, although he requires approval from his legal guardian. Well-mannered and responsible, Leo is motivated to gain independence so he can provide for himself and his little sister.

Leo really wants his own PlayStation. It seems like everyone his age has one, allowing them to discuss their favorite games. Unfortunately, Leo lacks the financial resources to purchase a console but wishes he could join in on online gaming. Since he doesn’t have many other sources of entertainment, he relies on spending time with his friends. However, there are times when they are all busy. Having a PlayStation would give Leo the opportunity to play games during his downtime when he has nothing else to do and wants to unwind.