Oakley from Texas

Oakley is a talkative and imaginative young boy who is extremely friendly and affectionate. He is almost always smiling and ready to give you a hug. He loves to laugh and he is very playful with everyone. He can be a little shy at times, but he loves the company of others. He is very curious and has a vivid imagination. He enjoys giving hugs. Oakley is very amiable especially once he becomes familiar with his peers. He loves playing outside, going out to eat, reading at the library and playing at the park. Oakley also loves playing with Legos, Minecraft and puzzles. Oakley is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He has a good appetite and will eat anything that he is given although okra, pizza and chicken are his favorite. Oakley enjoys participating in activities with his church youth group. His school has started him in the PAWS program where he gets to work with dogs during the school day and he really enjoys being involved in this program.

Oakley's forever family will commit to him wholeheartedly and provide him with the attention and guidance that he needs. His family will be highly structured, consistent with rules, and able to provide a lot of stability. His family will be loving parents who are patient, understanding, and can help him build trust and confidence. If he is placed in a home with other children, it is recommended that he be with children who are his same age or older. Oakley will need a family that will encourage him to continue to have a relationship his sister as he is very attached to her.