Darryl from Texas

Darryl is a funny, smart, and jovial youth. He enjoys being the center of attention and making people laugh. Darryl loves to write rap lyrics and perform for people. He enjoys cooking and dreams of opening a food truck one day. He loves his New Orleans' roots and reports that his favorite food is Boudin. When Darryl is around, he can light up a room and fill it with laughter. He likes playing basketball and being outdoors. Darryl sometimes acts before he thinks. He responds well to very calm caregivers who will remind him of important coping skills. In school, Darryl utilizes resources and receives extra assistance, including more time to complete tasks and help staying on task. He is passing all of his classes. Darryl has siblings who are not part of this adoption. He loves them very dearly and would like to be able to maintain ongoing contact with them throughout his life.

Darryl hopes to find a forever family who will love him unconditionally, but most importantly, forever. He will thrive in a single or two parent home with structure and the ability to continue to explore his environment. Darryl will do well with a family who is able to help advocate for his educational needs.