Aaron is a very inquisitive boy.  He likes to learn new things and often enjoys very hands-on activities.  At respite Aaron really enjoys fishing and basketball.  He is always willing to lead the charge onto a new adventure.  He’s up for trying new activities.  During down times, he likes to chat with peers and staff.  He’s an awesome Uno player.  Aaron has great relationships with the respite staff and his peers. His kind, fun spirit makes him the type of person other people want to get to know.

This is very different than a few years ago when he would prefer to be off with a staff member, away from his peers and group activities.  What changed?  Aaron has a goal, he loves coming to respite and wants to come more often.  In order to be able to do that, he was challenged to spend more time with the group and be involved in the group activities.  In the past several months, Aaron has really blossomed into a very social young man.  Instead of leaving the group, Aaron sticks around to talk to peers and help out staff with small tasks.  Aaron can often be found either playing a pickup game of basketball with friends, or in the kitchen helping whip up the day’s dessert.  He’s a good cook and seems to be uncovering a hidden talent. 

Aaron’s goal has motivated him to become more involved; and in the process, he has made friends and discovered new interests.

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