JESSAMINE COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — For 7-year-old Carson Hensley, routines aren’t just comforting—they’re critical. Carson, who has level 3 autism, relies on the consistency of his daily rituals, including eating his favorite Wendy’s chicken nuggets from familiar packaging.

Recently, a promotional change at Wendy’s altered the packaging of Carson’s beloved nuggets, sparking a challenge for the family.

Damen Hensley, Carson's dad, took to TikTok to share Carson’s story, aiming to raise awareness about how even small changes can have a profound impact on children with autism.

His heartfelt posts resonated with families, many of whom face similar challenges.

“It’s his only source of protein,” Damen said. “When the packaging changed, it no longer looked like a safe food to him.”

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