Jefferson has a smile that brightens up the room. He loves to paint, work with tools, and fix things. He fixed his own wheelchair. He also likes being outside and playing with his dog. His favorite foods are beans, queso, and tortillas. Jefferson completed four years of school but was unable to continue when his mom was no longer able to carry him. He likes watching tv and wants to learn English. He lives with his mother, two brothers, and two nieces. His father is in Guatemala City helping extended family.