Nicholas from Texas

Nicholas is a happy and energetic boy. He loves being outside and enjoys water activities. Nicholas is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and has a hard time adjusting to changes in his life and daily activities. He enjoys interacting with his peers and enjoys talking about the things he likes to do such as being outside, monitoring the weather, and learning about space. Nicholas enjoys water activities and sports. He needs close supervision to ensure his safety because of his love of the outdoors and water. He has a lot of personality and enjoys family activities. If you do not spend a lot of time traveling and exploring the great outdoors, now is the time to learn about everything nature has to offer! Nicholas's fun and loving spirit will bring joy to your heart.

Nicholas needs a family that will encourage him to be himself. The ideal home for Nicholas will be a two-parent household where he can have supervision and support as he adjusts to his new surroundings. His parents will display a patient and calm demeanor while redirecting or engaging with him. The ideal family will have experience working with children with similar needs to Nicholas and be able to provide him extra attention. His ideal family will be one who advocates for him and ensures he receives everything he needs to have success in life. Nicholas enjoys being outdoors and exploring his surroundings, therefore a family who enjoys traveling and outdoor sports will be great for him. If possible, Nicholas's adoptive parents should enroll him in swimming classes.