Chris, 18 years old, NM | 6 DAYS WAITING

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Chris deals with everyday challenges because he has autism. He finds it hard to interact with people and adjust to new places. To manage these difficulties, he uses different strategies; sometimes, he walks around in rooms for a long time to help calm himself down. His support team is helping him get the right placement and support he needs. Recently, Chris moved to a specialized group home and is adjusting to living in a new town with surroundings he's not used to.

Chris has been adjusting well to the new structure in his life, especially considering he is autistic and had limited structure before entering foster care. However, Chris often struggles with getting to sleep, which has been a challenge for him. He hopes that using a weighted blanket will help him relax in his new room. Chris also enjoys playing video games and will use the blanket to help wind down after his gaming sessions.