Zackary from Texas

Zackary is a sweet and inquisitive teenager. He is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Zackary is fascinated by the simple things in life and enjoys laughing. He loves going to eat at Dairy Queen, Chili's and Olive Garden. He especially loves ice cream. Zackary enjoys watching cartoons and using his DVD player. His favorite movie is Cars and Lightning McQueen is his favorite character. His favorite TV show is Sponge Bob Square Pants, and he thinks Squidward is funny. He is proud of his dinosaur bedspread and enjoys showing it off to everyone. Zackary loves spending time outdoors and likes to garden. He is an active child, but also spends time playing video games. Zackary is sure to light up any room he is in!

Zackary's forever family will have a strong background in working with children diagnosed with autism. He will benefit from additional support throughout his life, and it will be important that his caregivers be comfortable in utilizing community resources to support him. Zackary will qualify for several long-term services, and his family will need to take advantage of community support.