A happy child, Brenden is full of energy and wonderful qualities. He is physically affectionate and unusually sweet and gentle for an active boy. Brendon loves playing outdoors and looking for worms. Because he has so much to say, he loves adult attention and being listened to.Brendon is a handsome boy whose small stature makes him appear younger than he is. Brenden has brown hair, sparkling brown eyes and a mischievous smile.Brendon has had the good fortune of remaining in the same foster home since coming into foster care for permanency planning in October 2006. Due to his special needs, Brendon's biological mother was unable to parent him, although she did make sure he had appropriate medical care to address his symptoms of autism related to Asperger’s syndrome, attention difficulties, and high energy. His birth parent is waiting to hear that an adoptive family has been identified before she relinquishes her parental rights. Brendon loves school despite the challenges he has with focusing, transitioning between activities, and peer interactions. With repetition, patient instruction and extra support, he should be capable of mastering many grade-level concepts. Currently, he is benefiting from having an individual education plan and counseling to assist him with peer relationships. Brendon clearly enjoys his monthly weekend visits with his maternal grandmother, which demonstrates how much he enjoys being part of a family. It is strongly encouraged that Brendon's adoptive folk(s) help him maintain his connection to his grandmother, and also be open to helping him establish contact with his 16-year old brother, who lives with his own father. Brenden is a great boy who needs to have adults in his corner who will make a difference in his life.
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