Be a helper for kids like Wyatt
At DABSJ, we believe in the power of helpers – and we work every day to be them. But we can’t do this without you.
Will you make a special gift so children like *Wyatt can have the safety, stability, and healing they deserve?
DOUBLE YOUR DONATION! In honor of Wyatt and all the kids at DABSJ, an anonymous donor has provided a matching gift up to $10,000. All gifts made by 12/31 will be matched – meaning you can double your support of children in our community!
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Wyatt's World
Wyatt is part of DABSJ’s Enhanced Foster Care program, where he gets extra coordination and support to meet his unique needs.
He’s autistic, and his days are full — school, therapy, doctor visits, family time, and new experiences with his foster mom.
It can be a lot for one kid to handle. But with helpers guiding him, and care that’s coordinated and compassionate,
Wyatt is learning, growing, and beginning to feel safe again.
1. Foster Home
A place of stability, care, and daily routines with his foster family. It took some time for Wyatt to feel comfortable here but he is opening up more each day. He also gets mental health support here, as a therapist experienced in trauma comes regularly for in-home therapy. They help Wyatt process and understand the trauma he experienced in his family home.
2. School
Wyatt attends a traditional school with an IEP (Individualized Education Program for students with disabilities) in place, giving him the supports he needs to learn and grow alongside his peers. Most days, he likes school. It’s something he can count on.
3. Therapy Center
Here, Wyatt works one-on-one with a behavioral therapist to build skills that help him navigate the world more confidently. His DABSJ caseworker checks in a lot to help make sure those skills and goals can be supported at home and in the classroom.
4. D.A. Blodgett - St. John's
For most of Wyatt’s care, DABSJ comes to him. But he does visit the DABSJ office for psychiatric services and medication management. He always looks to see what new stuffed animals are in the lobby – but leaves them for other kids to enjoy.
5. Park
Wyatt has regular visit time with his biological mom. They both like being outside, so they often come to the park. A parenting coach joins them to supervise and work on skills with Wyatt’s mom, in the hopes that one day they can be together as a family again. Reunification is the number one goal of foster care.
6. Museum
Wyatt loves going to Sensory Sundays at the museum with his foster mom, a special activity that helps him relax, explore, and enjoy time together. It’s quieter than regular museum times, and he has specific exhibits he always must see each time they go.
Why your gift matters
When you give to DABSJ, you make it possible for children like Wyatt to have the care and support they need to heal.
Your generosity connects the dots — helping children feel safe at home, supported at school, and surrounded by helpers who care.
Make your year-end gift today
Together, we can create a world where every child feels safe, loved, and understood.
All gifts made by December 31 will be matched, up to $10,000!
“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”
*Name and details have been changed to protect privacy.
