Desmond, 16 years old, IN

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Desmond has been in foster care for several years, and he has faced significant challenges during this time, including at least four failed pre-adoptive placements. Currently, he is living in relative care and has finally found some lasting stability. However, he will eventually age out of the system, as his current caregivers are unable to adopt him. Desmond is undergoing evaluation for autism and finds it difficult to make friends. He loves Legos, which bring him a great deal of joy, and he takes pride in the intricate Lego sculptures he creates. At present, Desmond is more engaged with his case than ever before and is learning to advocate for himself. Despite his extensive history of trauma, he has made remarkable progress over the years.

Desmond loves legos, they bring him a lot of joy. He takes pride in the complicated lego sculptures he makes. Desmond is currently more engaged in his case than ever before and is learning to advocate for himself, which includes asking for special legos when he has the courage. Desmond has made incredible progress through the years, despite his extensive trauma history.