Catherine, 9 years old, MO | NEEDED BY 10/31

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Catherine is a sweet and spirited nonverbal autistic child with a big heart and a lot of unique needs. She enjoys activities that engage her senses, such as bouncing in water, exploring playhouses, listening to music, and watching certain cartoons projected as movies on the wall. She lives in a loving kinship home and is cared for by many family members, as she cannot be left alone. The love for her family and the joy she finds in her favorite activities shine through every day.

Catherine, who is autistic and lives in a kinship home, is in need of a new, better-fitting helmet for her protection. Her family has been unable to afford a new helmet and has had to rely on her old one, which does not fit properly. Receiving a properly fitting helmet would provide Catherine with essential safety and comfort, helping her stay protected during moments of distress or self-injury and giving her family peace of mind.