Michael from Texas

Michael is a very loving and active boy who is full of energy. He enjoys cars, boats, playhouses, and an iPad with music. Michael loves to swim and run around. The kitchen is his favorite place, as he loves to eat! He has no specific favorite food and is open to trying new things. However, if he likes what is offered, he will definitely want seconds! Michael is a clever and persistent child. He tends to play alone but is now starting to interact more with others during playtime. Michael has begun watching educational cartoons, which tend to keep his attention for a few minutes. He is learning new ways to express his wants and needs. Michael shows affection by sitting on one's lap, hugging, and laying his head on you. He has a lot of energy and new experiences to share with his forever family.

Michael will benefit from a family that provides a structured and routine environment to assist him in acclimating better within the home. A two-parent household would be ideal due to the level of supervision he needs. Michael will respond to close, individual attention, and supervision. Michael will benefit from knowledgeable and resourceful caregivers who will seek and continue therapeutic interventions. He will thrive with a family that is resourceful and knowledgeable about local support services within their community. His family will be patient. He would benefit from having behavior modeled for him. Caregivers will be proactive, understanding, and flexible.