Ivan from Texas

Ivan is a young man who enjoys laughing and being happy. He is a very loving youth who loves being with people, laughing, and making friends. Ivan likes to talk to everyone and make a lot of friends. Ivan likes to go out on outings and explore the city with his caregivers. He enjoys going out and seeing new things. Ivan is a typical teenager in that he enjoys being on his tablet or phone or playing video games. Ivan does love music, and his ambition is to become a rapper one day. Ivan also likes to sing. He enjoys reading, writing, and painting. Ivan's favorite foods are Mexican food, pizza, and steak. He is a very smart young man who thrives. Ivan does well in school and benefits from educational support services.

Ivan would benefit from a family that is well-equipped to handle a child with mental health disabilities and autism. Ivan would prefer to be adopted by a family who lives in El Paso, Texas, but he does not mind moving to another city. Ivan does require a caregiver who is very calm and is able to handle stressful situations calmly. Ivan would thrive being an only child; however, he says he'd like brothers and sisters.