Asher
 

Meet sweet Asher! He is an affectionate five year old who can often be found snuggling in the lap of his caregiver. Asher loves toy animal figurines, cars, and all things ocean and water related. His favorite activities are swimming and playing and splashing in the water.

Asher likes to watch things splash, and will compile his ocean animal toys to toss them in the bath or pool. Asher loves to be outside so he can explore different textures and materials. Inside, Asher likes to play with sensory toys, matching items, and play-doh. Asher is showing an interest in reading, by playing with books, flipping through the pages, and pretending to read. 

Asher is a huge fan of pajamas – especially his Christmas footie pajamas. Asher has grown a lot since being placed in his current foster home, and has expressed more of his personality and individuality. Asher is not shy and shows lots of excitement when a caregiver engages in activities with him.

Asher needs nurturing, reassurance, and a strong sense of consistency and structure. Asher thrives on maintaining a consistent routine, with changes being implemented thoughtfully and slowly. Asher has done well with visual signs and a schedule for his day-to-day routine. Asher would benefit from a family that will not only support his interests, but will engage in the activities with him. His own individuality has grown greatly since coming into care; however, it is important  his self-exploration continues to be nurtured and supported. He enjoys one on one time with caregivers, and enjoys when a caregiver will meaningfully and actively engage in his preferred activity of the moment. Asher is self-directed during activities and play, and currently struggles with adult directed play. Asher does better when he has structure and consistency, and where he is given choices.

Asher needs a family that is patient, able to provide structure and has an understanding of his special needs.  Asher deserves a family that will remain committed to him and be his biggest support and advocate "stick it out when there is sunshine, but also when they are in the weeds." Asher requires someone who is going to follow through with things, but also be a big and strong advocate to obtain, maintain, and/or coordinate the services he needs or will need. He has services in place and these need to continue. He has an older brother who will be adopted in another home and this relationship is extremely important to maintain.