Jason from Texas

Jason likes watching movies and playing tag with friends. Jason gets along with the other children in the home and is bonded with his foster mother. Jason can be shy initially with adults, but wants he is comfortable he will interact. Once Jason is comfortable, he will display a smile that will brighten up anyone's day. Jason enjoys interacting with other children. He is very sweet, playful and has caring heart for other children. He is very close to his brother and can imitate his older brother personality and his demeanor. Jason will test his boundaries but response well in a structured environment. Jason reacts well to positive reinforcement. Jason needs extra support in the classroom; as this will help him stay focus, and encourages him to give his best.

Jayden and Jason have a close relationship. Jayden is the big brother and likes the role of looking out for Jason. Jason does feed off of Jayden and imitates some of his behaviors. Jayden and Jason are thriving in their current foster home placement due to the consistency and structure. They have been in their current foster home since they were removed. The boys look for each other after school. The children have been participating in play therapy to help with behavioral issues. They are also participating in additional therapies to help with fine motor skills and speech. Jayden and Jason have a typical sibling bond, in which they frequently show affection to one another, but will fight at times. Jayden and Jason both expressed wanting to have a big family, when asked what they desired in a family.

Jason has stated he loves his brother and wants to live with him. Also, Jason wants to have a lot of extended family. His forever family will be a patient, two-parent family. His family will be active, with structure incorporated into their daily lives. The boys would benefit from activities such as gymnastics, recreational sports, and play groups, that will help foster social skills and build self-confidence. Jason's family will be pro-active in their educational needs and support their therapeutic needs.