Gary, 16 years old, MO | 36 DAYS WAITING

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Gary grew up taking on adult responsibilities and caring for family members. He recently moved to a new foster home in a town where he does not know a single person. He arrived after the school year had already started, which made meeting classmates nearly impossible.

Gary loves playing video games with his friends and enjoys the teamwork, communication, and connection that come with playing together. Right now, he does not have a headset with a microphone, which makes it difficult for him to communicate and fully participate with his friends. A gaming headset would help Gary feel included, allowing him to join conversations, work together with his teammates, and share in the excitement of the games they love. It would also enhance his gameplay by allowing him to communicate important details, like warning teammates about challenges or hazards they may not see. This would give Gary a greater sense of connection and belonging during time spent with his friends.