Ten-year-old Cooper struggled managing his emotions. He was born with a diagnosis that made it hard for him to concentrate and think through the consequences of his actions.
Cooper continued to act out and let his strong emotions dictate his life. These actions created a divide between him and his family. They didn’t know how to help him anymore. The future looked bleak.
You made sure that Cooper was safe and received care for his unique needs. Because of you, he’s able to just be a kid, exploring new activities in a positive way and building his self-esteem. You have given him the safe space to discover his true worth in Christ.
Cooper had a tough time getting along with peers and adults. He would hold in his feelings and then become verbally and physically aggressive when he reached his breaking point.
But your generosity has helped change Cooper’s view of himself and others. Recently Cooper participated in an outing of his choice to celebrate his growth. His favorite staff member is a helicopter pilot, and he took Cooper on a flight. He even taught him the basics of flying. Cooper learned the importance of control in order to experience the freedom of flying.
Experiences like this coincide with his progress in therapy. Cooper has learned to be more open and talk about his feelings. He’s getting better at controlling his emotions and considering the consequences of his actions.
Cooper once battled every relationship. Now he is becoming the kind young man God created him to be! So many amazing changes for Cooper because of your generosity.
Thank you for making a difference in Cooper’s life!
If you’re inspired by this story, you can give a child just like Cooper safety and connection this summer through a special off-campus outing. Your $30 donation will help a child experience the fun of just being a kid. Your gift can be the start of replacing a child's difficult past with treasured moments. You can help heal a broken heart. It all begins with your gift of $30.
