Wesley, 3 years old, OR | 33 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc

Wesley was placed with his grandparents since he was just a few months old. He is autistic, has fetal alcohol syndrome, Noonan syndrome, and ADHD, among many other developmental delays. He enjoys climbing, jumping, dancing, swimming, riding his adaptive bike, running, and almost anything else that requires a great deal of physical activity. He is a loving and strong little boy but is slowly losing himself due to his ASD3 diagnosis.

Wesley uses his rocking chair during therapy time, and it helps him calm down when he feels agitated. Wesley is autistic and also has ADHD, so finding ways to regulate his body and emotions is an important part of his day. The steady back-and-forth motion helps him soothe himself and builds his balance and coordination. Having his own rocking chair would let him use this calming tool whenever he needs it, not just during therapy.