Deon from Texas
- Age 14
- Gender Male
- Location Texas
- Ethnicity Hispanic
- Case Number 104527
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Deon is a highly active kid who loves to get up and move. He likes walking indoors and outdoors, playing, and running around when outside. Deon likes to listen to music and play with toys that make music. He is usually happiest when he can move freely and will light up with a big smile when he gets to go outside. Deon likes to eat most foods but is particularly fond of pasta. He will also eat fruits and vegetables and enjoys eating outdoors when he can. Deon likes school and is learning to communicate with his friends and teachers using word and picture boards. He has even begun using his iPad to communicate with others by touching pictures. Deon likes to meet new people and give everyone fist bumps. His favorite times in school are lunchtime, snack time, and any time he plays outside with his friends. Deon can sit long enough to complete a task and recently completed an entire color-by-number sheet in his classroom. Deon's enthusiasm for learning new skills is truly inspiring. He keeps his bedroom neat and takes pride in showing people his things. Every day, he embarks on a new learning journey, and his smile when he masters something new is a testament to his determination and progress.
Deon's family will be consistent with schedules and routines and will not deviate from them too often. His family will provide him with one-on-one time and give him love and support, which would best meet his needs. Deon needs a family that is able to ensure he continues to get his current therapies so he can keep making progress.