Adrian, 13 years old, CA | NEEDED BY 02/27

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Adrian and his siblings were removed from their home due to abuse and domestic violence, and he has been in foster care since then. He has had a very difficult time and has been extremely withdrawn. Initially, he was not eating or communicating with anyone. Recently, he has started eating again, but only in front of males, not females. Adrian is struggling to start school in person; he gets so nervous that he refuses to go. Although he is very quiet and shy, he enjoys playing video games and games on his phone.

Adrian was placed in his current foster home in January. When he arrived, he brought with him only two shirts and one pair of jeans. As he navigates the challenges of starting a new school in person, he finds himself grappling with nervousness and anxiety, rooted in his past trauma. To help boost his confidence and provide some peace of mind, Adrian needs reassurance that he won’t have to wear the same outfit to school every day. This wish was divided up so that Adrian can get what he needs. This is wish 1 of 2.