Daniel, 16 years old, CA

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Danny is a bright, energetic young man who thrives on movement, creativity, and self-expression while living in a residential facility. An active individual who loves staying on the move, he stays grounded and energized by playing basketball at least once a week. Music is a cornerstone of his daily routine; listening to uplifting, positive tracks helps him center his focus and find inspiration. Channeling his passion for self-expression, Danny writes a new song almost every day, drawing from his personal life experiences and sharing his strong vision of hope for the future.

Danny has made progress in maintaining his sobriety. Although he still experiences cravings for substances, he has shown increased understanding of the benefits of staying sober and acknowledges that sobriety is more rewarding than using substances. Plus, Danny has agreed to join an addiction support group to aid in his ongoing recovery.