Thomas, 16 years old, NM | 17 DAYS WAITING

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NM CYFD - Dona Ana County

Thomas is a young, intelligent man who has been in the system for several years. He has moved between treatment centers, foster homes, and unsuccessful adoption placements. Over time, Thomas has developed independent living skills and is working towards earning his GED. He relies on public transportation to get around and is resourceful, enjoying outdoor activities. Although Thomas has limited support, he depends on his caseworkers to help him navigate the next steps toward independence.

Thomas has recently been accepted into Early Independent Living. He has been doing well in finding his own employment and is now living in a stable home where he can focus on his education. Thomas has enrolled in an online program to complete his GED while he works to cover his bills. However, he does not have a reliable computer to assist with his studies and cannot travel to the library. Having a laptop would greatly help him complete his GED and improve his future job opportunities.