Bench O.

Name: Bench O.
Avg Family Income in Community: $365.00
Gender: Male
Age: 12
Personality: Cooperative, Friendly/social, Responsible, trustworthy
Interests: Acting, making sketches, writing, or reciting poetry, Playing with or taking care of pets, Watching television or videos
Siblings:
Ashley Jean O., 19, Female
Sophia O., 15, Female
Brix O., 10, Male
Lives with: Parents
Language: Filipino
School: Yes
Child ID #: 1342395

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Walls: Cement or gravel
Roof: Metal, cloth, cardboard, or plastic scraps
Floor: Cement or gravel
Water source: Water in home
Level of Overcrowding: Overcrowded
Access to Internet: Occasional
Access to Telephone: Occasional

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