Age: 9
Nehemiah is very active 9-year-old boy. He enjoys playing with others and engaging in physical activities such as sports. He likes to play with Legos, toy cars and boats. Nehemiah enjoys talking about scientific facts, and teaching other things that he knows. He benefits from one-on-one time with people that he feels comfortable and doing fun activities with them. It is important to him to feel connected. He likes arts and crafts as well as showing others what he has made. Nehemiah likes physical touch such as hugs, feels cared for when others hug him, this comforts him. Nehemiah’s dream day is going to the swimming pool and swimming for the day.
“Creativity is the flame that enlightens our world; by teaching others to kindle their own light, we illuminate the path for a brighter future together” – Nehemiah’s social worker said this quote makes him think of Nehemiah because he is always willing to teach others and enjoys the connection it develops with people in his life.
Nehemiah would enjoy a family that supports him and accepts even when there are challenges. He would like a family that is active with him and help him be a part of team sports. Nehemiah would like a family that can help keep him connected to his culture and teach him things about it. A family that allows him to be creative, explore, and be a part of extracurricular activities that match his interests. Could you be this family?