Tim, 10 years old, CA | 1 DAY WAITING

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Tim has faced significant loss and unimaginable hardships in his young life. He deeply cares about his family and possesses a wisdom beyond his years. He has been separated from his oldest sibling, whom he admires greatly. Things have been particularly challenging for him due to multiple placement changes, none of which were his fault. He has struggled to cope with these losses and to feel a sense of belonging. Despite these difficulties, Tim continually displays remarkable creativity and a kind heart. He is an exceptional artist and is currently collaborating with his therapist to design a skateboard. Tim loves 90s style and music, and he enjoys expressing himself through fashion and art.

Art has become Tim's primary means of processing his feelings. It helps him calm his body, express emotions, and make sense of his experiences. He spends hours doodling and drawing his thoughts and emotions, having filled every page of his sketchbook. This gives him the autonomy to choose his own art supplies as a healthy coping tool and emotional outlet. Access to new art materials will provide him with a safe way to self-regulate, reduce behavioral escalation, and express feelings he cannot yet put into words. This is wish 2 of 2.