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Because every family deserves the blessing of a child with Down Syndrome...
Boy, born March 2010
Meningocele, unrepaired
Ross is 3 years old and loves to play with blocks and stack them up high! He has a meningocele on his back and this has not been repaired yet. Ross is not walking yet because he has a difficult time feeling his legs. He also cannot control his potty skills yet. Ross is a super cuddler and loves to be held. He can communicate simple words and instructions, follows directions, and crawls using his arms. When his aunties move away from him, he moves right back next to them! His caregivers say that Ross is loving and kind.
$4.95 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born September 2003
Post-op hernia, congenital dislocated hip, curvature of the spine
Jeanne is 10 years old and is super smart and loves to draw. She is postoperative for a hernia and has a congenital dislocated hip. Because of her dislocated hip, she also have a curvature in her spine. Sometimes, in the winter Jeanne gets eczema on her hands and feet. Even though her walking is affected by her hip and spine issues, it doesn't stop her from running, climbing, jumping, squatting, or doing any activities that she wants! Jeanne is studying in school with her friends and is making excellent grades. She can speak Mandarin and she is able to fully express her wants and needs. Jeanne is overall just a great little girl. Her caregivers say that she is active, outgoing, and very helpful. Jeanne had an evaluation done by an advocacy group and they said that she was ahead of my friends in her learning and expressive abilities! Jeanne has been taught about adoption and she would love to find a family of her own!
$117.25 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born early 2004
Spinal amyotrophy
Damaris cannot stand on her foot, needs hamstring or ligaments cutting.
$123.30 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born 2009
Kitt certainly has a sparkle in her eye! She will be available for adoption in late 2014.
$47.70 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born August 2009
Down syndrome
Silvie is an adorable little girl who can be timid but also talkative. She likes to imitate adult actions and to listen to music. Silvie is able to walk independently and likes to help her caretakers with their work. She is energetic, likes to play games and gets along well with others. Silvie likes to participate in social activities and likes to sing. She also enjoys reading picture books. Silvie is waiting for a family who will sing with her and read her bedtime stories. Are you the family she is waiting for?
$15000.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born January 2013
Down syndrome
Agency grant available up to $2500
Little Poppy is only 1 and has Down syndrome.
She likes to babble, has good hearing, can smile if being teased, and also will dance with her hands and feet. Poppy likes taking a bath, and can wave her feet in the water.
Poppy is so sweet!
$19.80 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Nov 2007
underdevelopment of the brain
Geoffrey is a darling little boy who is diagnosed with underdevelopment of the brain, but his file also says he is developing on target with his peers. He can walk and run, but sometimes loses his balance when moving too quickly. and may stumble. Geoffrey loves playing outside and he also likes playing with electrical toys. His favorite foods are apples and oranges. He is waiting for a family who loves to play!
$4.50 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born September 2009
Cerebral paulsy, hemiparesis to the right, minor heart anomaly (false chord), developmental delays
Alda is able to walk independently.
She will be available in September 2014 when she turns 5 years old.
$1,190.39 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born August 2011
Kellin is a beautiful baby who was in a foster care home for children with visual impairments for 10 months in 2012. He improved so much during that time, he went from being a weak, unhappy baby to being a fat, happy baby! He loves to be cuddled and loves to speak baby babble and play with his lips so that they make sounds, and he repeats words. He learned how to crawl and to stand and he started to walk holding hands with one of his ayis. Since he has been back at his orphanage, he has been very unhappy. Kellin cries all of the time and he does not receive the care and attention that he needs. He mostly lies in his crib all day and he cries. This is such a different baby to the boy when he was when he was in a loving foster home and we know that with the love and attention of a family, he will return to his happy, healthy self.
$414.90 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Chloe Anne
Girl, born February 2002
Chloe Anne is a very pretty girl. The agency staff has observed that she is extroverted, sweet, obedient and friendly. She speaks in a soft voice and is very polite. Chloe Anne enjoys school, especially sports and physical activities such as jumping rope and playing hide and seek. She understands what it means to be adopted and wants to go to the USA. She hopes she can have a puppy with her new family.
The agency has MANY pictures and additional information for interested families.
Chloe Anne also has an agency grant available for $3500
$4.50 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born October 2009
Deaf, small birthmark in groin area
4 year old Preston will melt your heart! The director of the agency Preston is listed with has met him and just LOVES this child!! Preston is active, gets along well with others, is not shy with strangers, and is full of curiosity. Because of his deafness, he cannot speak. He can only babble. He also has a birthmark in the groin region. He is potty trained. He can follow directions and likes helping take care of other children. He helps pat the crying child's shoulder to comfort him. Preston can get along well with other children. His favorite toy is a car. He likes adults to play all kinds of games with him and is very happy when they do. Preston will smile and stretch out his hands to ask for cuddling when he sees his caretakers and he has formed stable and close relationship with these caretakers.
$27.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born July 2012
Down syndrome
Nolan lives in a foster family on the grounds of the orphanage and participates in the Little Sister program. Nolan likes to play with blocks and balls best. He likes to play with other children and likes to look at books. Nolan smiles often, knows his name, and has good motor development. He is active and energetic. An orphanage project team visited with Nolan last summer.
$144.90 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born August 2007
Down syndrome
Marilee lives in a foster family on the grounds of the orphanage and participates in the Little Sister program. Marilee is optimistic, extroverted, active and gets along well with others. She enjoys school and likes to sit close to her teachers, usually reaching out her hands to ask for cuddles. She often gives other children a warm hug with a smile to greet them. Marilee is very polite and is a good helper. An orphanage project team visited with Marilee last summer.
$4.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born April 2010
bilateral cerebral temporal lobe development delays and otitis in his left ear
Despite his struggles, Hudson is able to walk independently, put on and take off his own clothes, and feed himself! Hudson is also able to express his needs or thoughts and is potty trained.
Girl, born January 2013
Cerebral dysplasia, strephexopodia of both feet, neuroblastoma of left eye
Haddie is a quiet girl who can recognize familiar people, turn when her name is called and searches for dropped toys. She likes to play with colorful toys, cuddling with her nurturer, and is she finds something funny, she will laugh loudly. She is describes as being a smart and happy girl. Additional pictures available.
$63.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born June 2012
Ankle joint contracture of both knees and muscular tension of limbs reduced
Ezrah can keep his head steadily and can hold his head up; he can stand up with wrists held slightly; he can recognize the aunt who cares him, can make sound of ma-ma, nai-nai, can shake and stare at the rattles, can take a block in a hand and take another one, can reach and grasp the toy beyond, and can shake the rattles consciously; he can chase the toy with hands and can look for the dropped toy; he can react to the game of hide and seek and looking oneself in the mirror; he is very curious and likes to discover and recognize all kinds of never seen objects and fresh things. He cares about the changers of around people and things.
Ezrah has an extroverted personality, is active, likes to play games with peers; he likes colorful toys with making sounds; he responds actively to stimulation of new things or strangers.
$22.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born January 2010
Down syndrome
Leah is an active and curious little girl. According to her foster mom she is higher functioning compared to other children with the same special need. She is able to say, "mama, pa, and DADADA.' Leah sleeps well and is not fussy about the foods served to her. She does not have a bad temper, but can become annoyed if one does not allow her to grab things you are holding. (2012)
$7,319.49 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, Born May 2013
Down syndrome
Tiny baby Charley! He will be turning ONE year old in May. The orphanage describes him as a "plump little baby" who eats and sleeps well. From his last report in January 2014, they said he could turn over in his bed, kick his quilt off, and follow a toy with his eyes and then his head will also turn to watch it. If you call his name, he will look for you, and he loves to lay or play in his bed. They say he is a quiet child who, when hungry, will not cry, but will suck on his hands instead.
$22.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born March 2012
Down syndrome
Noah is said to be a lovely boy who loves to cuddle and is doing well in rehabilitation training. Noah likes to look at himself and when the report was prepared in January 2013, he was already starting to crawl. Noah enjoys music and watching himself in the mirror.
$54.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Congenital dislocation of the right hip, left club foot non-heritable, paraplegia with severe movement disorders
Debbie has been transferred! She needs a family NOW.
$173.75 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Miss Mirabel is also a real cutie! What a great smile she has Mirabel is 4 now and facing imminent transfer. We've had many successful adoptions from this orphanage and region! Please help us share Mirabel's need for a forever family! Mirabel will remain bedridden for the rest of us her life if she is not adopted.
From her medical records: congenital malformation of the central nervous system, cerebral hernia, hydrocephaly subcompensated, flail legs
From one of our families who visited with her in August 2013: " We saw Mirabel this morning. She is in the laying down room. The nannies were carrying them outside. She can't hold her head up, support herself, sit, or stand. It looks like she has no control over her legs at all…flopped to the side when the nannies carried her. She does, however, have good use of her arms. She kept reaching up to try to touch me. I gave her a set of the rings to play with. She was SO happy to have something to play with. She kept smiling at me. I really think that there is a smart, aware little girl in that broken body."
More photos available. Married couples only. Large families and older parents welcome. Travel required.
$7820.65 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, Born November 29, 2007
Down syndrome
From a missionary who visited with him in August 2010: "Caleb is extroverted, active and restless. He has a ready smile, enjoys playing with other children. He loves listening to music, watching cartoons. He is energetic and likes being outdoors!"
Update 2013:
Caleb can walk, run, jump, climb, and is good physically. He expresses his needs well to his foster mom, and knows his eyes, nose and ears, etc. He even understands simple English. He can feed himself. He is an outgoing and active boy, likes being with other kids, the other kids like him also. His favorite toys are cars and toy bricks. He likes to play with trampoline, slider, water and sand.
$10,646.13 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Candace #450
Age: 8
Diagnosis: hydrocephalus and spina bifida (both were surgically corrected in the early neonatal period), club feet (surgically corrected; her gait has been stabilized with ortheses of both ankle joints), lower limb paraparesis, bilateral luxation of the hip joints, slightly delayed neuropsychological development.
Candace moves around mainly by holding onto a fixed or a movable support; uses a walker; does well writing letters and numbers; has steady attention, good memory and has developed logical thinking; rich vocabulary; reads syllables with some help; careful and diligent in the educational process; calm and friendly; seeks adults' attention insistently; interacts with children.
UPDATE March 2014:
Candace is learning to walk without support. She is very independent & only requires assistance with toileting. She is going to school and knows her alphabet, numbers, colors, and is learning to read. She can work puzzles, dress herself, talk in complete sentences, answer questions correctly and participates in activities at the orphanage. She acts as a big sister to many of the younger children in the facility. She enjoys drawing, watching TV and playing with dolls. She says that her favorite subject in school is math. We have several photos and videos from March 2014 of Candace.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Nathaniel #449
Age: 2
Diagnosis: infantile cerebral palsy and congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Nathaniel is 2 years old. Despite the limb spasticity, the boy walks when held by the hands. As for the congenital adrenal hyperplasia, the boy takes medications that have been prescribed by an endocrinology specialist and those successfully compensate this condition.
He moves around in a baby walker to get where he wants to go. He can get to a kneeling position independently and also crawls. He plays with toys, will reach for a desired object, places objected into boxes/containers and has a good attention span for his age. He says bravo and blows kisses. He interacts appropriately with caregivers and enjoys their attention. He maintains eye contact and is aware of everything going on around him. He makes noises to get people's attention and then smiles when they respond. He follows simple verbal instructions such as "give it to me" and "come here".
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Boy, born July 2008
Congenital heart defect, Post-Op Anal Atresia, Post op repaired Mega Colon, nutrients absorption issues
Bennet is an incredibly sweet and caring little boy who is in care of a fantastic organization in his home country. Unfortunately, Bennett has been VERY sick with an abdominal infection over the last year and needs a mommy now. His condition is stable but has a hard time gaining weight as his body is having a hard time absorbing any nutrients. He is on a regular diet supplemented with Pediasure. He is a boy that is extremely happy, full of energy and is a typical and active little boy who needs some extra TLC when it comes to his feeding and nutrients issues. Bennett hopes a family will see him for the sweet, intelligent and handsome little boy he is and make him their son.
$109.80 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Holly Joy
Girl, born June 2009
Post Op Hydrocephalus, delayed development
Holly Joy is a shy girl who loves music and food.
Update January 2013:
Holly is able to speak, but only monosyllabic words. She is potty trained and can move about very well. She loves to be held by her caregivers and she also loves to play with the other children. She is a sweet and happy girl who loves to dance and interact with other children.
$10.80 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born May 2007
meningocele and hydrocephalus
Belle is 6 years old and was born with a meningocele and hydrocephalus. She has had surgery to repair this and her hydrocephalus has been corrected as well. Both of her feet are slightly clubbed, but she is getting therapies to help this! Belle is able to count, sing, and knows her shapes and colors too. She is getting therapies and living in a wonderful foster home that helps her to improve all her skills. Belle's caregivers say that she is energetic, gets along well with her friends, and has big, beautiful brown eyes!
$5.40 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Lisa Marie
Girl, born September 2002
Hep B carrier, mild heart murmur
Lisa Marie is a beautiful little girl who is in the 5th grade. Her favorite subject is Chinese literature. Lisa is a Hep B carrier and also has a very mild heart murmur. Her conditions do not stop her at all! She loves to jump rope and participate in fan dancing. People say that she is a sweet girl and when she gets nervous she will cry. Lisa loves to do origami and her favorite animals are puppies, kittens, and rabbits. If she could have three wishes she would wish for a big doll, to take a ride on a big airplane and go outside for a picnic or bbq.
$4.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born September 2011
viral encephalitis, secondary epilepsy, external hydrocephalus
Meet handsome 2 year old, Tanner.
From his October 2013 file: He has normal limbs and mental development. On Apr 1 2013 he had a skull CT test due to his head size and he was diagnosed with external hydrocephalus. He suffers secondary epilepsy. Occasionally he has a convulsion and always takes medicine for that. At the age of 1 year, he could stand while holding onto something, could search for familiar sounds, could turn back if his name was called, and could search for dropped toys. At the age of 1.5 years, he could stand alone, could respond to other's asking, and understood what NO meant. At the age of 2 years, he could walk freely, could go up stairs holding on, could call "ayi, jiejie", and liked smiling. Usually he likes listening to children's songs, watching cartoons, and playing toys. Sometimes he has outdoor activity where he likes running around the playground. He can do actions according to your direction, such as jumping on the bridge. He likes being praised and hugged. He also likes helping the nurturer manage the toys. He can get along well with other kids. Now he can use the spoon to eat, can put his shoes on and take his shoes off, and is very cooperative.
$22.50 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born July 2010
Quinnlee is as cute as a button! She loves to smile and be tickled. Quinnlee was born without any eyes and this has caused her to be completely blind. She is very social and loves to be around her friends and caregivers. She has been healthy and has not even had common colds. Quinnlee loves to be cuddled and loves when her caregivers sing to her! She loves to dance and shake her hips to the music. Quinnlee's toys are very special to her and she only likes the ones that make noise. Quinnlee is learning to walk with a walker so that she does not bump into things, and she is starting to explore the world with her hands. Her caregivers say that she is very beautiful and has an amazing smile!
$227.46 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born March 2012
$10.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born June 2012
Bilateral corpus callosum area of white matter myelination delayed; alpha thalassemia gene carrier
From her October, 2013 file:
Jiane has normal limbs and mental development. A skull MRI test showed bilateral corpus callosum area of white matter myelination delayed. At the age of 10-12 months, she could she could stand alone, could walk with one hand held, could pick up small objects with her thumb and index finger, could pick out toy blocks from the cup, and had a quick reaction. At the age of 1 year and 3 months, she could walk freely, could call "ayi, jiejie". Jiane is active and lovely, has a ready smile, and likes being touched and hugged. She likes being held in someone's arms if she is afraid or angry. She likes sucking her fingers to get to sleep. Jiane likes listening to children's songs and watching cartoons. She also likes playing toys and can share toys with other kids. She likes sports in the playground and can get along well with other kids. Jiane is beautiful.
Girl, born October 2010
Congenital heart defect – pulmonary stenosis, post-op balloon dilation
From her October 2013 file:
Jeannie has normal limbs and mental development. Jeannie's physical development is delayed compared to other children her age. She is thin and small. At the age of 12 months, she could crawl, could feed herself biscuits, and could stand while holding onto something. At the age of 2 years, she could walk freely, could bang toys together, could walk while holding onto something, could understand what NO means, and could respond to other's asking. At the age of 2.5 years, she could go up and down stairs, could speak "ayi, mama, baba", could express her needs, and could recognize big and small. Jeannie is introverted, timid, and impatient. She wants to eat first and has difficulty getting along well with others. She can admit her wrongdoings, but is easy to forget. Usually she likes watching TV, listening to children's songs, and playing toy blocks and balls. Jeannie likes being praised and she likes outdoor activities. She is lovely.
Kamdyn #1-6
Diagnosis: Laurence-Moon-Biedl syndrome
Kamdyn has been registered for adoption for over 2 years, during which time her development has been followed closely. She continues to make significant developmental progress as her medical needs are addressed and corrected.
Kamdyn has Laurence-Moon-Biedl syndrome. She is affected by this syndrome in the following ways: She has an additional finger on her right hand; her uterus and right ovary has been removed; Hydronephrosis of the left kidney that has been surgically addressed and astigmatism. She is receiving excellent medical care and remains under the supervision of doctors to ensure that all her needs are addressed as they arise. The surgeon has recommended additional minor surgical procedures, but feels that this could best be done in the US and has recommended that a suitable adoptive family be found for the child in order for her final medical needs to be addressed.
Developmentally, Kamdyn continues to make progress in all areas of her development. She spent the first year of her life confined to a crib while her medical needs were addressed. Since then, she's made rapid progress. She is walking, goes up/down stairs, climbs on play structures, runs and dances. Her fine motor skills are at age appropriate levels. She grabs with pincer-pliers grip; picks up petite objects, puts them in a bottle with a narrow opening and after that takes them out of it; builds a tower of 7-8 blocks and fits in rings and squares while adapting according to the form. She leafs through the pages of a book with hard covers. Her visual-motor coordination are also on target for her age (hand/eye, hand/hand, hand/eye/mouth). She imitates actions she's told to copy, points to requested items, gives kisses when asked, finds hidden objects, enjoys "hide and seek" games, and plays appropriately with toys according to their function. She participates in organized activities with the group of children that she lives with. She exhibits leadership skills and appropriate social behaviors when interacting with other children. She stands up for herself and will say "no-no-no" to the other children if they try to "invade her space" or take things from her. She follows verbal directions and responds to her name. She can say several words and phrases. She waves "bye-bye" and blows kisses. She has a good attention span. She feeds herself and is learning to dress herself without assistance. Despite her kidney problems, she is in the process of potty training too.
Additional photos and videos of Kamdyn are available.
$3840.24 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born 2003
Ned is a charming 10 year old boy who has been waiting for a long time for a family because of the relatively minor special need of hair loss! Ned was abandoned at the age of five and arrived at the orphanage in a malnourished state. He was very fearful of others and self-conscious about his hair loss. Ned was unwilling to interact with anyone at the orphanage, and when people tried to talk to him he would run away.
A teacher at the orphanage realized the cause of his anxiety and bought him a hat. The teachers praised Ned and told him he looked handsome and his confidence started to build almost immediately. Now Ned is 10 years old and he is lively and extroverted. He is of normal intelligence and attends the local school where he is hardworking and studies carefully. Ned loves going to school. He has a lot of friends there and gets on well with everyone.
His orphanage fee has been waived completely in the hope of finding him a family!
$53.10 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born November 2011
Congenital deformity of the right hand- 4 fingers; thumb missing; postoperative right hernia; right lower limb muscular tension.
Cute, friendly Finnigan was found when just a few months old. From his Oct. 2013 file: "Finnigan cannot talk but he can express his own need with the children words. For example, if he wants to drink water, he would yell at the mother and give a sign of drinking water. When he knows there are fruits in the refrigerator, he would point at it and yell at the mother. If he is full, he would shake the head and close the mouth. If he wants to watch TV, he would point at the TV and let the mother turn on TV. At present, Finnigan cannot walk independently. But he can support the floor with hands and move forward with the button. He moves very fast. At home, he likes to move around the room and observe the things in the curious eyes. When the foster mother fetches the clothes back to fold, he would imitate her to fold the clothes. He can distinguish the clothes correctly. At home, Finnigan likes to play with the young foster sister. He would cover the eyes of the foster sister to play hide-and-seek. They often giggle together. Finnigan likes to play outside. Finnigan is very generous. If there are some delicious foods or funny toys on the hands, he would share with little friends friendly. Although his hands are inconvenient, it does (not) affect him to hold or grasp some little objects. He can hold the peanut or grape with the index and middle fingers flexibly. He can imitate the adults to put on the clothes and shoes. But at present, he does not put on the clothes yet. Finnigan likes to imitate the father to read newspapers with the magnifying glass."
Edmund #
Boy, born November 2011
Down Syndrome, delayed motor development
Edmund rolls over and sits up by himself. He is not yet standing or pulling himself up. He makes combinations of sounds and laughs. He will grasp and hold a toy. His face expresses interest while he studies it. He is interested in studying his hands and feet. He reacts to physical and verbal contact with an adult. He is attentive and smiles when teased. He is described as calm, often smiling and generally in a good mood.
The agency has MANY pictures of him!
$133.20 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Konnie #6-19
Age: 9
Diagnosis: Development disorder of the expressive speech. Mixed disorder of the development of school skills. Bilateral hearing loss.
Konnie scored in the average range of IQ testing. Her medical report indicates a "slight hearing loss" that is described as bilateral hearing loss. She was attending the school for the deaf for 1st grade. She does not have any delays in motor skills. She struggles with verbalization and her speech is not grammatically correct (possibly due to the hearing loss). She can count to 10. She follows all the rules and routines and does not have any behavior concerns.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Girl, born April 2005
Emma is a beautiful 8 year old girl. She is deaf and is able to attend the school for deaf in the orphanage. Her caregivers note that she is a fast learner and has picked up signing very fast. She always loves getting to help others and she is eager to participate in activities. She is a very good artist and likes to draw things in detail. In the orphanage Emma get to perform dances with the other children and she loves getting to show off.
Conner #
Boy, born 2000
Hodgkin's disease (remission)
Conner is sociable, inquisitive, and friendly. As he grows up, he strives to be more responsible. He likes playing soccer, watches soccer games with interest; he enjoys coloring and playing computer games. His value system is well-established as he can tell the difference between good and bad. He knows he should respect both other children and adults. He has friends. Conner is emotional and sensitive. He looks for support of social workers whenever he feels the need to. During the 2012/2013 school year he completed seventh grade in an elementary school. A resource teacher was additionally working with him. He has good hygiene for this age. He tries to keep his clothes clean. He keeps his room clear and in order, but sometimes needs to be reminded of that. He eagerly participates in organized activities. He is very responsible when participating in ongoing group activities focused on social skills development. The child's behavior is normal; he is sociable.
In December 2003 Conner was diagnosed with: Hodgkin's disease. Six courses of chemotherapy were performed, with documented full remission.
Conner wants to be adopted and live in a family where he will be surrounded with love and attention.
Additional information is available from the agency.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Vera #346
Girl, born June 2011
Down syndrome
Vera has good emotional tone. She is comfortable in new settings. She seeks the attention of familiar adults, and laughs when they tease her. She recognizes her name. Vera delivers long focused strings of sounds and combinations of sounds of speech of adults. Sitting, but quickly tired. Pulls to an upright position with support, crawls. Able to walk when holding one hand to an adult. Still scared to let go and walk independently. Due to congenital condition, she is behind in her neurological and intellectual development for her age. She needs caring adults to further her development.
$36.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Oct 2002
Amniotic banding causing hand deformity (and some missing toes)
Tirzah is an active and optimistic girl. She likes to play with other children. She is very shy when meeting new people. Tirzah is a very sensible child. When someone visits her, she would share greeting with them. She likes long hair. She likes to collect the beautiful hairpins. Tirzah likes the beautiful clothes. She likes to put on beautiful dress in summer. She likes to go outside with the volunteers.
Tirzah is a child who likes the crowed places. She likes to communicate with volunteers about the things which happened at school. Tirzah gets well along with them. Volunteers think Tirzah is very sensible and like her very much. The volunteers always take her outside. She is very grateful for the volunteers. Tirzah likes to do crafts. When the craft teacher comes, she is very happy. The volunteer teacher says that Tirzah is very patient. She is very careful.
$9.96 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Age: 2
Diagnosis: Down syndrome, Hashimoto Thyroiditis
Eden's picture with the grumpy face is SO irresistible! Love that attitude! She was awoken from her nap for pictures – and was not impressed. (pics from January 2014)
Eden just turned 2 years old. She is beginning to learn to crawl. She plays with toys, laughs and smiles when adults interact with her and enjoys being around other people. She imitates sounds/syllables after an adult says them and responds to her name.
Video available from the agency.
$85.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Aric (L)
Boy, born June 2012
Down syndrome, suspected hearing issues
As of July 2013:
Aric is one year old, he is diagnosed with Down syndrome. The boy started to pronounce parts of the words, Aric learned to take a toy into his hands. He is actively seeking for the toys sitting in front of him or next to him. Started to sit without help for 5 sec just putting his hands in front of him. The boy looks for his view in the mirror and touches the picture of himself.
$108.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born October 2012
Down syndrome, Congenital heart defect (VSD)
At the age of 4 months, Aran would laugh when teased and could visually follow the moving people. At the age of 6 months, he could move his head freely, look around, and when someone talked to him, he would make the sound of gugu. At the age of 8 months, he could distinguish the sounds of familiar people, distinguish strangers from familiar people, and had more sensitive hearing. At the age of 10 months, he could roll over, transfer from supine position to lateral position, or transfer from lateral position to supine position. He would turn his head over when called. Now he can sit alone, crawl, smile at familiar people, and knows how to grasp the toy nearby his hand. He also knows how to respond to the facial expressions of adults. He is outgoing, active, and lovely. Usually he is fond of playing with toys and fond of listening to music. When there is music, he is very quiet. Sometimes he waves his hands. He is not afraid of strangers and likes to be cuddled and teased. He has a sweet smile when he is happy.
$471.60 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born August 2011
facial paralysis; esotropia; psychomotor development delayed; epilepsy
Nickson has physical and intellectual development delays. At the age of 2 years, he can roll over freely, transfer to sitting position, crawl with hands and knees, kneel with hands holding on for support, and stand. He can't walk independently. The whole muscle force is low; muscular tension is slight high; average consciousness. He still can't speak. Now he can turn over pages of a book twice, knows what "NO" means, can recognize some common objects, and is beginning to know some simple meanings. His language development is delayed. He is outgoing and he likes to play with toys and watch cartoons. He likes to lean close to his familiar people and he likes to play near someone. When there is nice music, he waves his hands and wiggles his hips.
Girl, born March 2009
Down syndrome, Congenital heart defect (VSD)
Lily loves the attention of familiar people and understands simple instructions. As you can see from her smile, she giggles when she is happy! She walks on her own but has some language delays. She likes active play and is cooperative when dressing or picking up toys.
Girl, born July 2010
Down syndrome, congenital heart defect (ASD)
Maddie is a clever child, curious about anything new and with a passion for life. She is somewhat introverted but will play with other children. She is a happy child who often asks her caregiver for a hug. She likes colorful toys as well as dolls.
$15,109.20 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Edna #34
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Edna can sits up independently. She can stand up while holding on to something and can take steps while holding the hands of an adult. She is producing random syllables and repeats syllables by imitation. She can distinguish between familiar and unfamiliar people; plays with toys with interest and understands and follows simple instructions.
$0.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Dec 2011
Down syndrome
Sweet Evie! She's so serious in her pictures, but at the orphanage she is called the "sunshine girl" because of her sunny personality. She is reportedly healthy and developing well.
$633.60 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born June 2002
Down syndrome, deep mental handicap, deficiency anemia, hypostatura
Della is 11 years old and waiting for her family in a mental institution. She has the most striking blue eyes and what seems like blonde hair.
From someone who met her: I called her the crying girl as she was sobbing uncontrollably and just being ignored, she had a pencil which she kept turning over and over as she sobbed, it was heartbreaking. This place too cold and hard for such a child!
10 day wait often waived in this region. Married couples only, larger families welcome. Older parents welcome. Travel required. Previous adoptive experience preferred.
$749.70 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Born December 2006
Congenital heart defect
For a long time, there was a translation error in Lisa's file, saying she had Trisomy 13, Patau syndrome. This is INCORRECT! She has Trisomy 21, Down syndrome.
She is developing well intellectually and is described as a lovely child. She is active and sometimes will amuse her roommates and likes to stay with companions. She loves attention!
Single moms permitted, only one parent has to travel.
**An outside donor has pledged $10,000 to Lisa's family when they receive TA**
$9115.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born March 2012
Congenital Heart Disease (post-op)
She may have Down syndrome; it hasn't been ruled out as testing was done and inconclusive.
The nannies all remind everyone that when they care for her they need to be very meticulous and spend lots of time holding her. The nannies will gently put her down and it always seems like they are gently putting down a (fragile) bowl and they are afraid of knocking it into something. She really likes being held in the nannies' laps. Now, she also loves to smile. Her congenital heart disease has not developed well but she is very tenacious in life.
As of May 2013:
Adeline can sit, and is starting to crawl. Her vision is good. She baby talks, and her language is developing. She had heart surgery in 2012, and takes medication for her heart and pulmonary conditions.
$400.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, Born August 2012
Down syndrome, cataracts
Look at this sweet chunk! Janie was born in August of 2012 and has Down syndrome. Her heart is healthy, but she has been diagnosed with cataracts. Janie is a sweet, quiet girl who loves to eat and sleep. She is interested in her environment and smiles and babbles when someone gives her attention. Janie can roll over on her own and is well loved by her caretakers.
Update February 2014: Janie is doing well. She is an active girl who responds to music with clapping and rhythmic babbling. She likes playing in her playpen, too. Janie has received a crystalline lens implant in her right eye and now responds to light. She is being monitored by her doctors for progress with her vision and to decide how to treat her left eye.
Additional photos, videos and reports are available upon request from the agency.
$1,346.40 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Reed #
Reed is a 3-year-old boy with spina bifida, hydrocephalus and CP.
He is passive while in his bed, he can't control his head and his legs do not support him. The staff changes his body position. He reacts to strong noisy interactions with spontaneous quailing. He cannot speak and make sounds. He takes liquid food from a nasogastric tube. He gains weight and sleep well.
UPDATE: the caregivers said that they believe that he is aware of his environment and what is going on around him. He does move his eyes when people are in the room and seems to be aware that people are there and talking.
Additional information and a video clip is available from the agency.
There is a $5,000 agency grant for his adoption at this time.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
April 2009
Cerebral atrophy; multiple necrotic cyst of cerebra
Garrett's diagnosis says: cerebral atrophy; multiple necrotic cyst of cerebra, but you can learn a lot more about him by reading what the agency staff who met him said about him after meeting him.
Garrett has normal limb and mental development presently. At the age of 1-2 months he looked at people who tease with him and paid attention to sounds. At the age of 3-4 months he had more activities, kicked his legs when he woke up and tried to turn over.At the age of 5-6 months, he could turn over, notice what was happening around him, and was fond of looking around. As of February 2010 when his file was prepared, he could slide around freely in the walker and sit alone. Garrett is active, gregarious, not afraid of strangers, and full of curiosity. At the age of 2 months he could smile. At the age of 3-4 months he made the sounds "gu gu, yi yi yaya". At the age of 5-6 months he had more facial expressions and always smiled at the caretakers. As of Feb. 2010 he could recognize familiar people, liked music toys, and was fond of playing games with adults. With the love and care of the caretakers in the welfare institute, he feels safe, happy, and content. Seeing his caretakers makes him smile and reach out for a cuddle with his hands. He has formed stable and intimate relationship with his caretakers.
Girl, born October 2012
Down syndrome, congenital heart disease, hypothyroidism
Leandra has normal limb development. At the age of 2 months, she could smile if being teased, could track moving people with her eyesight. At the age of 4 months, she could turn her head, could make sound of "gegegugu". At the age of 6 months, she could recognize familiar people's voice,and had sensitive hearing. At the age of 8 months, she could smile at familiar people, could attract adult's attention with "yiyiyaya". Now she can turn over, can raise her head, can search for sound source, and can ask for a hug from close people. Leandra is open, lovely, likes music, can wave her hands along to the rhythm and likes being cuddled and teased. She likes to smile when happy.
$1061.80 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Oct 2004
Microphthalmia and nystagmus
Trixie is blind and participates in a program that provides high quality care and education for orphans who are blind or visually impaired. Trixie is a healthy little girl. When she is in class, she loves to sit where she can see the light come through the window. It's the only thing that can distract her during school time, she is a model student! Trixie is a good listener, works seriously, and learns quickly. She especially likes oral expression in English and French. She also loves to sing solo! When she grows up, she is going to be a teacher, and she will be an excellent one! She is patient and kind, and loves to explain concepts and ideas. Trixie has a very outgoing personality. She enjoys speaking with others, playing with her classmates and welcoming visitors. She will be friendly to anyone! She has a good amount of independence and can perform all necessary self help skills. She loves eating spicy food. Trixie loves girly things, including wearing dresses, doing her hair with bows. She loves being told that she is beautiful, and she is!
She has been attending the School for the Blind for over 2 years. She lives in an apartment near the school with 3 other girls and their ayi. She walks to school every day and she has good cane skills. She can walk to the local shop on her own and buy groceries, and she also has some chores around the house to help her ayi. She likes helping to cook and to clean the house. Trixie's energy and joy in life are an inspiration to both the staff and other children.
$20.70 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born September 2010
Down syndrome
Her orphanage says her mental development is better among other children with Down syndrome; her physical and mental development is delayed compared to other normal children of her age. She is quiet, shy, gets along well with others. She is a cutie and has no other medical conditions. Her picture is about a year old; the agency is hoping for an updated photo soon.
She is a good eater, not picky with food. She gets up at 6:30am, and goes to bed at 9:00pm. She can understand what you said and response to the instructions. She can put her toy close to her ear and pretend it is a phone and talk . She can recognize some pictures with your help. She can walk, run, jump, climb up and down stairs.
She can eat by herself, but she may get food on the table. She can go to the toilet by herself if you remind her. She needs to wear diapers when she goes out. She can put on pants and shoes, and she can take them off. She is very active and lovely. When her foster father come home, she will get him his slippers and wait for his kiss. She likes to help foster mother to do housework, she will hold a dust cloth and clean here and there like her mother.
Videos available:
$5,025.97 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born January 2004
Post op Congenital heart defect, Cognitive Delays
Hallie's Chinese name implies that she came to the orphanage during the spring festival and that she will become a person of outstanding talent. We already think she is pretty special!
On May 30, 2005, Hallie was operated on for her heart condition. The surgery was successful.
Hallie attends kindergarten at the orphanage. At first, Hallie was a little bit shy, sat on her little chair and didn't speak much. It was hard for her to adjust herself to the new group and environment, and to communicate with teachers and classmates. With help and encouragement from her teachers, Hallie is becoming more lively and active, willing to play with the other children and play outdoors. She also enjoys motor-development activities.
In November 2007, Hallie went to live with a foster family. She has received all possible care and love from her foster parents, sisters and brothers, and has healthy physical development. Hallie can eat by herself at home, put on her clothes and shoes by herself, and help adults placing chairs around the dining table. When her little sisters and brothers cry, she also acts like an adult to humor them. Hallie is good and kind by nature. Hallie is quiet, and loves music, books, games and toys, especially the cloth dolls. She is very sociable.
From a family who recently met her: "SWEET SWEET GIRL!!! She is a doll!! She totally understood our questions and answered accordingly…PRECIOUS!!"
Hallie has a $2000 agency grant available.
$9.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Joshua #22
Age: 5
Diagnosis: Hemophilia A
Joshua's hemophilia is being managed with replacement therapy. Has well developed motor skills. He walks, runs and goes up/down stairs. His fine motor skills are also well developed. He plays with toys appropriately and can manipulate blocks & puzzles by judging the size and turning them correctly. He knows his colors & can classify items by color and type. He can draw circles and lines and holds a pencil correctly. He feeds himself and can put his shoes on/off independently. He talks & follows verbal directions. He can identify his body parts. He has a good memory and can remember the names of objects after seeing photos of them & having someone tell him the name. He interacts appropriately with children and adults. He follows the rules and expectations of the group.
Additional photos and video available from the agency: In the video, he says his name and age; explain that he had a slice of bread for breakfast but didn't like it; say what he sees in a picture book and name objects; answer various questions accordingly; point at parts of the body correctly; build with constructor pieces and tell their colors correctly; inlay figures; drink, eat and wash his hands independently; sing and dance.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Kayne & Konrad #29-10
Age 4
Diagnosis: Kayne has speech delays. Konrad is blind.
Kayne & Konrad are TWINS. Kayne has well developed motor skills and abilities. His speech is hard to understand at times, but he is receiving therapy & making rapid progress. He memorizes poems & songs . He follows directions and is described as a "very good and positive child". Konrad is blind. He has been placed in the orphanage area for children with significant disabilities, so he is not getting the same level of therapy and interaction that his brother receives. Kayne is aware that Konrad is his brother and the boys see each other in "common areas" each day.
Additional photos and videos of the boys are available.
Because we only have these children's files for a short time, they will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for them.
Girl, born Feb 2010
Post-operative meningocele/paralyzed on one side
Linny is a beautiful little 3 year old whose original diagnosis was Congenital meningocele. After having surgery she was developing normal physically and mentally. At 21 months old she was admitted to the hospital with a severe head injury for which she needed surgery. She is now paralyzed on her right side. She can no longer speak and can not walk.
She is introvert, limbs, intelligence and language development is slow. Her left hand can hold milk bottle to drink. She can understand what adults said, and their facial expressions. She can communicate with others by eyesight. She can response to the sound who called her.
Staff will make her rehabilitation training everyday. She likes toys with sound, and likes music.
$3165.30 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born July 2013
Down syndrome
Oh, sweet boy! Where is your mama??
Large families welcome; married couples only.
$1250.07 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born May 2013
Down syndrome
Oh what a lovely baby boy! His deep dark eyes, and his hand reaching out — he needs a loving family!
Olen will be available for adoption in summer 2014.
$2,129.68 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Dec 2009
Post operative Hydrocephalus
Beautiful little Paige was found roadside as a newborn. An update in March of 2013 stated that Paige could not stand or walk on her own. Her hearing is good and she understands what is said to her, but she does not yet speak. Paige likes to interact with other children and also likes to smile and laugh. This precious little girl needs a family who is prepared to deal with some unknowns as Paige may have some significant delays. She needs a family to give her a chance to thrive and blossom.
$18.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Deirdre (L)
Girl, born August 2010
congenital heart defect, possible FAS, auricle partition defect, possible light degree of hearing difficulty, delayed psychomotor development
Update at two years old:
Deirdre communicates easily with children as well as with adults. Gets easily involved in play. Concentrates her attention, follows instructions. Pronounces several words. Has difficulty to adapt in a strange/new environment. Drinks from a cup. Can take her shoes off, started to try to dress herself.
$4.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Thea (L)
Girl, born August 2007
Specific mixed disorder of development, convergent squint, long-sighted astigmatism, farsightedness, functional systolic murmur, looseness in the ligaments of the ankle, foot outward curvature.
Update as of January 2013:
Doctor characterized Thea as very sweet, adorable and friendly little girl. Doctor noted that even if Thea was born on time and had normal weight, she arrived to the orphanage being extremely weak child and it took a lot of effort and time for orphanage's specialists to normalize her development. At the moment, her development is much better and according to doctor the main difficulty that remains is her slower memory. In the doctor's opinion, the slower memory doesn't necessary indicate some kind of mental problem and if a girl would live in a family, she would probably make a much bigger progress than she does living in the orphanage. However, even living in the orphanage, her progress is visible. Thea's memory and mental development is in the approximately same level as the mental development of other children of same age in the orphanage. But in comparison to children growing in the family, Thea's development is slower.
Boy, born July 2009
post-burn cicatricial contracture sotomy deformity of face, scar proliferation contracture deformity after empyrosis in right hand
Meet precious 4 year old, Keegan. When Keegan was a baby he was involved in an accident that resulted in his scalp, face and right hand/arm being severely burned. Some issues Keegan has include: the absence of most of his hair and missing fingers on his right hand. He has "nubbies." He is also missing the outer right ear. Keegan has trouble closing his eyes and his nose has lost the sense of smell. While these issues seem large, they are manageable. Hats, sunscreen, garments, and masks can help Keegan with his burn injuries. Shriner's in Cincinnati can help children with burn injuries at no out-of-pocket cost to the family.
Keegan can use his right hand in a limited way. He has become left handed as a result of his injuries. Keegan is smart and likes to help his foster mom with household tasks. He can help with holding his own bowl, goes to the bathroom on his own, and can climb a slide. Keegan is learning to count, sing children's songs and say his ABC's. He knows animals and sounds. He likes electronics, TV, DVD's, CD's, and the cell phone. He enjoys playing with other kids and is sad when they leave. He is affectionate with his foster mom.
Keegan is a SURVIVOR! Keegan can go far… he just needs a chance! Is Keegan your son?
Keegan has a Brighter Futures agency grant for $5,000 and his orphanage donation will be reduced by at least half, possibly more.
$1041.30 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Samuel #40-09
Age: 12
Diagnosis: bilateral neuro-sensory loss of hearing – mild degree and cerebral palsy – right-sided hemiparesis.
Samuel was abandoned on the steps of the baby orphanage when he was a baby. He wears orthotics. He walks and carries out all self-help skills independently. He talks, answers questions and interacts appropriately with his peers. He attends school. He is listed as having some mild learning delays, though much of it can be attributed to his mild hearing loss and the fact that this issue is not addressed. Professionals who have met him indicate that he can hear when spoken to as long as the person speaks louder than normal.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Quentin #HP
Boy, Born January 2012
Down syndrome
Quentin was born prematurely, but is now considered physically healthy. Quentin's development is delayed, but at 16 months old he could sit with support, creep on his stomach, reach for and play with toys, and respond to his name. Quentin is happy, curious, and expressive, clearly enjoying contact with adults and physical affection. He tracks sights and sounds and responds properly to the tone of voice in which someone speaks to him. Quentin cannot yet stand, walk, imitate sounds, or feed himself. Additional photos and reports are available upon request.
Married couples and single moms welcome. Older parents and large families welcome. Only one parent has to travel.
$0.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, Born September 2011
Down syndrome
Sweet Evan was born in September of 2011 at 34 weeks premature. He is currently able to turn to the side and roll to his stomach and back, but is not able to sit up yet. He is described as a very joyful, smiley and happy boy. He likes to play with toys and responds when being spoken to. He does not yet make sounds on his own.
Additional photos, video and report available from the agency, upon request.
$1198.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Down syndrome
Brown hair, brown eyed Vaughan was born in February of 2012 with Down syndrome. He has an infectious smile and big brown eyes.
Update April 2013: What a sweet and active boy. He always wants to play and brings your attention on him. He is very smiley and very happy boy. He moves a lot and likes to play with toys. He can roll over and sits up with support. He babbles. He eats and sleeps well and does not get sick very often.
$1,103.10 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, Born January 2012
Down syndrome
Brown haired, brown eyed Asher was born in January of 2012. He has been diagnosed with Down syndrome. He is able to push up while on his stomach and roll over from stomach to back.
Update for January 2013: Our agency staff representative visited Asher in January and provided the following update. Asher was taken for a cardiologist examination where he was diagnosed with a heart defect. An operation was performed where they closed the patent ductus arteriosus. At present time Asher is doing very well. Although he cannot sit up and stand, he is a very active boy. He is friendly, reacts to people when they talk to him, smiles back. He likes to play with toys. He sleeps and eats well.
Additional photos and video are available from the agency upon request.
$3691.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, Born August 2008
Down syndrome
Outgoing Savannah was born in August of 2008 with Down syndrome. She is very active, playful and charming. Our in country partner found her to be delightful and speaking with her during a recent visit. She clearly has fun interacting and playing with others as seen on her video.
Additional photos and video available from the agency upon request.
$1026.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, Born 2006
** Two birth dates were provided to the agency, and the second birth date of Sept 2006 was confirmed twice from record provided by Ministry Of Justice. **
Down syndrome, strabismus (surgically corrected in 2011)
Blonde hair, blue eyes, fair skin beauty! Callie is the funniest child that loves to sing songs, make bread, attend camp and ride ponies. She has Down syndrome and was born in 2003. Her strabismus was surgically corrected in 2011. Callie is such a smart little girl who also loves her dolls and cell phones. Callie can speak and understand two languages, including English! If you like to have fun, make puzzles, build Legos and read books, Callie is happy to join you!
Update 2014:
Callie is a beautiful and funny girl who likes to sing and dance and who easily makes friends. Callie is communicative, speaking clearly in two languages, one of them English. She has an extensive vocabulary, tells stories, recites poems by heart, and remembers places and names.
Callie eats and drinks, dresses and undresses, and brushes her teeth independently. She is potty-trained and a very tidy, organized girl who makes her own bed and puts away her toys without help. Callie attends school and her teacher describes her as an attentive and good student. She recognizes numbers and 30 letters as well as colors.
Callie would be a wonderful addition to a loving family! MARRIED COUPLES ONLY.
$5,000.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, Born August 2010
Down syndrome
Faith was born in August of 2010 and has been diagnosed with Down syndrome. She has been seen by a cardiologist and the report shows that she has no cardiac concerns or problems. Faith is very active; she can walk holding onto a stable object and likes to listen to music. She is a somewhat serious little girl who makes sounds, recognizes her caretakers and smiles when teased.
From an adopting family who met her in January of 2013: "While visiting with our little girl [at the same orphanage] we had the pleasure of getting to spend time with sweet "Faith". She is such a delightful little girl with the most amazing smile. She loves to be held, touch your hands and listen to music. She is not defined by her diagnosis and shows true determination for life. She is such a happy little girl and is waiting patiently for her forever family who will give her the chance to reach her full potential."
Additional photos, videos and medical information available upon request.
$2,730.33 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, Born September 2012
Sweet Chance was born in September of 2012 with Down syndrome. It is unknown whether he has issues with this heart, as he is awaiting an appointment with a cardiologist at this time. He smiles and laughs when entertained. He makes sounds and takes toys. When being talked to he reacts but it is a bit delayed. He sleeps and eats well. He is developing slowly, but you can see his progress. He is a very sweet boy who is loved by everybody. His caretakers love him very much and there is also a volunteer who spends a lot of time with him at his orphanage.
Additional photos, video and medical information are available upon request.
$1665.06 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, Born July 2011
Down syndrome
Zola was born in July of 2011 with Down syndrome. Her heart is reportedly healthy. Zola is an active little girl who reaches for toys. She can take a few steps without assistance, babbles, and eats well. Zola is described as a joyful and funny child who is friendly with her peers and caregivers. Additional photos, videos, and reports are available upon request.
Married couples preferred but single moms may apply.
Boy, born June 2007
Deaf, G6PD
Syler can hear a little with hearing aids, but does not speak. He can stay focused and concentrate on tasks for a long time. He appears bright and learns quickly. He gets along well with other children and likes to help his teacher and take care of others. He does not like messes and likes to keep things organized. This precious child is waiting for a family who can access the appropriate educational and medical communities to help him continue to grow and better communicate with others.
$23.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born July 2001
Cerebral palsy, limb deformity
From his camp counselor- Laurence is the most loving, gracious, generous boy. The amazing thing about Laurence is that, for everything that has gone wrong in his life, you would never know it at all. Laurence is truly a happy boy and his happiness came from loving and caring for those around him as well as some of the simplest things in life (balloons, bubbles, singing… etc.). All said and done, he just wanted to love and be loved. His generosity and graciousness was so great as well to the point where sometimes it was even hard to believe. There was never a time where he didn't thank me for every single little thing I did for him. In fact, my all –time favorite moment with Laurence was when he broke out in song while we were eating. I asked the translators what he was singing about and Laurence said it was a song just for me in thanks for all the times I carried him up the stairs. Needless to say, I couldn't help but shed a tear at that moment. Another example of his generosity came when we gave him his first ever ice cream cone and all he wanted to do was share it with me out of thanks. The same thing happened with his first burger, popcorn, French fries… etc. Laurence's favorite thing in all the world to do is sing. He is a great singer too! All Laurence wants more than anything in the world is a mom and a dad and multiple times he would mention it. In fact, my heart crumbled when I called him a week after he left, which also happened to be right before another surgery on his legs, and he asked me whether I had found parents for him yet or not. I know Laurence would bring nothing but a joy to any family who would take him in.
$100.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Sept. 2011
Down syndrome, Congenital heart defect (ASD)
Jonah is an adorable little one who is just 2 years old! He came into care when he was about 1 month old, and they have been loving on him since that day! Jonah has Down syndrome, and the usual DS delays in motor skills. He has an ASD of 0.32cm, which causes no problems for him. Jonah loves to play with toys, and especially loves to play hide and seek with a small towel or blanket over his head! He loves dessert time (hey…we have something in common!), and loves to listen to music. Jonah is a precious little guy, and we would love to help you bring him home. He is receiving therapy at the orphanage to help his motor skills development, and these therapies should continue when he comes home. Jonah is a lovable little guy, and he is waiting for you!
$1079.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born August 2003
Post-op scoliosis and post-op ptosis
Molly has had surgery for both of her special needs. She is an extroverted, but calm girl who enjoys helping her caretakers and is very good with caring for younger children. She enjoys singing, dancing, and playing outside and she wants a family of her own! Are you the family she is waiting for?
Videos and additional information available for inquiring families.
Molly has a $3500 grant available from the agency.
$5.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Feb 2006
Post-op hydrocephalus
York was found abandoned at the age of 2 1/2 years old. He is a very clever, outgoing, and active child and can learn fast. York has good self care skills and he can put on clothes and shoes, fold the quilt and have a meal alone, and can also help other children to do something what they can't do, such as pass the toy to them or sing for them. In school he listens to the teacher and is learning well. He also has learned some English and he likes to sing English children's songs.
By the way, he is quite the little singer and loves to perform when guests come. York performs for them happily, which always bring laughter and joy for everyone. his caretakers state that he is so excellent, so happy, so strong, which can't help making us send the most enthusiastic applause for him. York would love to have a family to perform for and sing with. Are you ready to add this little star to your family?
$40.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born January 2010
Down syndrome
You had me at the "pig-tails"! Oh, this sweet cutie is a bundle of JOY! Susan is 3 year old and has been lovingly fostered by a grandmother. This little girl has had one on one attention from her foster family to help her catch up with others her age! She is walking, going to a small school, playing games and singing in performances with other children. You can see her smile is infectious and her eyes are full of wonder! She can express goodbye by waving her hands and knows to go to toilet using the bed pan. She plays games of hand in hand and can make a circle with older sisters; she is always happy when she plays games.
$3100.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
July 2011
Down syndrome
Oh my goodness, look into this sweet face and see the possibilities!
Little Ruthanne has had several months of rehabilitation at a care center near her orphanage. She is making huge strides in motor development and her personality is shining through! She can clap, make funny faces, and make sounds when hearing her name called by the caretaker. She can imitate sounds and she likes to listen to music and play toys. She is able to sit up alone and loves showing off her personality with games! Ruthanne is looking for her family….could it be you?
$1237.54 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Nadia and Nancy (twins)
born August 2007
Both girls have been diagnosed with FAS, pyramidal insufficiency in legs, mental delay, and crossed eyes
URGENT! NADIA and NANCY HAVE BEEN TRANSFERRED!!!
What a lovely little pair of pixies! Nadia and Nancy are twins. Please help us find them a family where they can grow up, together!
We saw them successfully feeding themselves borscht. They were sitting up properly and feeding themselves soup with a spoon. One walks and even runs a little stiff/awkwardly but they are absolute DOLLS! The other crawls and socializes. They have deep auburn hair and dark hazel-ish eyes. They are both tall, lean, and long-limbed. One is a bit more shy than the other. Both are BORED and need music, hugs, kisses, and a mama and daddy! They loved our attention and carried around magazine pages. They are beautiful twin girls!!!Oh my heart!!!! My heart is breaking! Someone will be blessed to be their parents!
Both girls are now walking! We hugged them a couple times. They are very sweet! They giggle and seem to speak in sentences (from what little Russian I understand). They have a teacher working with them to try and allow them to progress enough to be sent to a regular older child orphanage instead of an institution! They say mama and papa and smile and laugh when we come in each day. They feed themselves and I don't think either one is in diapers.
Large families welcome; married couples only.
$10,000.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born July 2005
hypospadias, post-op hernia
Palmer is outgoing and has a ready smile. He loves to play – alone or with others. He likes to play games and is very cooperative. He has quick reaction time. Palmer is a good student and can recite children's songs. Are you the family that will bring a smile to this cute little face?
Palmer has a $1,000 Special Focus agency grant.
$5.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Aug 2000
repaired cleft lip & palate, minor scoliosis
Joyce just celebrated her 13th birthday – and she needs to be adopted before her 14th birthday!!
Joyce is a darling girl with repaired cleft lip and palate, and mild scoliosis. She also has the cutest dimples when she smiles!! Joyce is outgoing and active. She is motivated in her school studies, participates in a variety of activities, likes playing with other children, asks teachers and nannies for help when she has trouble.
Joyce understands what it means to be adopted and to be part of a family. She looks forward to having her own family soon. Are you the family she is longing for?
Joyce now has just 7 months before she needs a family. Her agency just put up a $4,000 grant for her adoption, making her agency fees part $1,500. Joyce is described as outgoing, active and motivated in school. She participates in a variety of activities in class, and likes playing with other children. She communicates her needs to the teachers and caretakers.Joyce is a happy girl who gets along well with everyone!
Joyce has attended events aimed at teaching children about adoption and she is willing to be adopted by a family in another country. Joyce wants the warmth of family, and to enjoy the love of a parent.
$36.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Jesika (L)
Girl, born Oct 2010
Developmental delays, speech delays
Jesika is quiet, calm and non-conflict. Reacts to her name by turning back to the side where the calling person is. She expresses her wants and needs with sounds and yelling. Little communication with children, more communicates with adults. During the educational activities concentrates her attention for a short period of time, for a longer time concentrates attention if plays with the musical toys. Started to play with big parts of constructional toys. Jesika observes other children while they play and later copies and performs their actions. Sensory understanding is not yet developed. Final and gross motor skills are not developed in full. Likes to swing on the horse, plays with the ball. Understands and implements simple instructions. Eats without help with the spoon, drinks from a cup. Needs full help in dressing and undressing, wears diapers, sleep is good and calm.
Update from August 2013 indicates that Jesika is not yet talking, says "thank you" and "no".
$0.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Cade (L)
Boy, born July 2007
Vision issues – weak vision in both eyes; inborn high level of shortsightedness with the degeneration symptoms in the background of the eye. Specific mixed developmental disorder
Cade is very loving, non-conflict child and friendly. When he faces difficulty, he asks for help from a child or an adult. Very careful in the environment he is not familiar with. Cade is taught according to the individual program, always performs his tasks, asks a lot of questions. Has knowledge and visualizations of the environment he is at and further from him, about the people as well. Is good singer, likes to read poems, is able to speak about his experience.
Cade is a very active child, his movement is in co-ordination and balance. He eats without help and is clean, can undress himself, while dressing up – needs a minimum of help from an adult.
Cade likes to draw and play pretend.
$2500.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Stephie #49-4
Diagnosis: Down syndrome & alopecia
Stephie is a beautiful teenager who is currently living in a wonderful foster family that is taking great care of her. Her foster parents want to see her adopted into a loving family and have worked very hard to help Stephie grow and develop to reach her full potential.
Stephie has alopecia (hair loss). She does have hair on her head, but since it is thin, her foster parents bought her a wig. They did not want her to be made fun of by other children. Stephie wears the wig with no problems.
Stephie has well developed motor skills, speech and self help skills. She understands everything that is said to her and also talks quite a bit. Like many children with Down syndrome, she struggles with articulation, but she does actively engage in conversation and is a very friendly and social young lady. She just completed 3rd grade at a school for children with special needs and is doing very well in school. Her school report indicates that she is very well behaved and follows all the school rules. She has proper hygiene and preforms all hygienic tasks independently (toileting, washing hands, dressing, tying, buttons & zippers, etc). She eats independently and neatly, using a fork, spoon and napkin correctly and cleans up her plate when she's done. She can also make a sandwich on her own. She identifies and writes some of her letters and can count and identify numbers 1-5. She can write numbers 1-3. She can identify and name many objects by category, participates in musical and situation games, plays and other events.
Several additional photos and videos from June 2013 are available.
$11845.95 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born March 2006
postoperative CHD, postoperative umbilical hernia repair, spina bifida of recessive character (L5), overactive disease of infantile bladder, mental development delay
Tallis is an outgoing, smart lovely little boy. He enjoys playing with friends and playing outside on the slide and tricycle. He is not afraid of being with strangers. At times he can be stubborn and impatient. However, so long as you guide him patiently, he will be back to normal soon.In school Tallis has improved his language skills and ability to understand instructions. He can express his thoughts and ideas via simple words and body language. He has formed a stable and close relationship with his caretakers and they hope that he will have a happy family soon. he is waiting for a family to help him continue to blossom and grow. Maybe that family is you!
A $5,000 agency grant is available, and his orphanage donation has been reduced and could possibly be waived completely.
$5.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Feb 2003
Nate is an active, smart and handsome boy. He is a thoughtful and sensitive child. He gets along well with other children and enjoys playing hide and seek games. He laughs happily when he is happy, which is very cute. Usually, he likes playing on the skating board car as well as with toy cars and a toy superman. His caretakers hope that he finds a family.
Nate studies hard and makes good grades. He wants to be adopted and has seen many of his friends get families. He has asked "Why are families not choosing me?" Will you be the family who does choose him so he will never again have to ask that question?
Nate also has an additional grant of $5000 available from the agency.
$5.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born March 2000
Post-op anal atresia, scoliosis
Tadd is a clever and active child with quick response. He was abandoned at the age of 6 and only has until March 2014 to find a family.
Tadd is friendly and wants to be adopted.He is learning English both at school and where he lives. He likes to make friends and to meet new people. He is a big helper and quite the big brother. He helps to care for the younger kids. He sometimes lacks enough confidence, but tries to work very hard. Tadd likes outdoor activities. Can't you just imagine him with your family as the big brother playing with and helping the younger kids at the park?
$108.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Dec 2009
Down syndrome, Congenital heart defect
This handsome little guy likes to giggle when he plays. He was found outside a hotel gate when he was 6 months old. He is able to walk holding an adults hand and knows simple words, but has difficulty with correct sound production.
Yule is an outgoing little guy who likes to play with other children and will share his toys.He likes to play with cars and blocks and loves to listen to music.His caretakers describe him as an unforgettable good child and hope he finds a family soon. Are you ready to snuggle or play cars with this sweet little boy?
$4,277.80 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Feb 2011
Down syndrome
Just look at this little beauty! Flora was found under a tree at the tender age of 3 weeks old. She is able to take a few steps on her own and can walk around using a baby walker toy. She loves to smile and listen to music. She is able to stack a block on top of another, follow simple directions and is imitating adults words.
Flora gets along well with other children and enjoys playing with other children. This princess is adored by her caretakers and they hope she finds a family soon. Are you ready to scoop her up and dance to the music with her?
$45.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Violet (L)
Girl, born January 2009
Cognitive delays, delays in speech and language development, eye disorder, movment and positioning difficulty, FAS
At 3 years old, Violet had development typical for FAS. Pronounces words, understands and implements simple instructions, knows and shows objects in her environment, knows names of the children in her group. Her individual play is weak, likes rhythmical activities and dances.
Personal observation from someone who knows her:
Violet speaks in sentences; is in very high repetitive stage, sings songs, seeks for contact. She became very upset and misses a caregiver who left after six months; she had become attached to her, and her cognitive development started to go up. Can concentrate attention up to 20-30 minutes if she is played with and during the play communicates with the adult. She would do well in a family who may have an older child then Violet and who may become a play partner for her as well as whom she may copy and improve her development.
Violet wears glasses, she is careful about them and she takes care of them. She started to sing songs and she does this properly. She is delayed, but there is progress. She follows the rules in the group as well as when she is out. Wanted always to be with us, but of course the caregivers were limiting. She rocks sometimes just to pay the attention and when you come and stop her she usually smiles as she understands that she got what she wanted – attention. If after coming to stop her from rocking I would continue to communicate with her and would invite for the play – she would come and would stay with me and play the proposed activity for at least 15 minutes.
From a family who met her:
She is just precious and if we could have brought her home, we totally would have! She adored [my husband] and kept asking if I was her momma! Heartbreaking! She is such a sweetheart and would be a wonderful daughter! She wants a mommy and daddy so badly too! She would just sit in our laps and stare up at our faces and rub our cheeks! Precious! I love her. A lot! She does do some self stim rocking, but as we spent more time with her, we noticed that she did it to get attention and would do it if she wasn't getting any. She is a little chatterbox too! So sweet! And sings! I forgot about her singing! I can't stress how sweet this little one is! I really wish we could go back for her and it breaks my heart that we can't!
$120.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born June 2009
Organic lesion of the central nervous system, mental delay.
Antoinette will be available when she turns 5, in June 2014
$22.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Perry #4-4
Age: 3
Diagnosis: moderate mental delays & hyperkinetic disorder
Perry is on medication for the hyperkinetic disorder. His most recent update was in late 2012. At that time, he could sit up and crawls, but was not yet walking. He would hold toys and transfer them from hand to hand, but did not initiate purposeful play. He was making sounds, but not talking. He was eating from a spoon. At the age of 30 months, his development tested at the 11 month old level. In the video clip from April 2013, he is taking steps while holding on to 2 hands of the caregiver.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
This beautiful girl is 13 years old and HIV+.
Jasmine came to the orphanage in 2008. She is doing very well in the orphanage and has learned a lot from the other kids at the home. She loves to dance and listen to music; she has a beautiful singing voice.
She enjoys playing with the younger kids and they in turn really look up to her. She is exceptionally beautiful with a smile that lights up the entire room. At times she is reserved but she is so eager to learn about any and everything. She is very good with technology and is learning how to use a computer.
- Her orphanage will require a Christian family who can provide a letter of recommendation from their pastor. Interested families will need to send a letter of introduction to the orphanage and have their homestudy approved by the orphanage social worker before being able to be matched.
- Families with six or less children at home preferred but we can inquire about an exception
- Couples must be married at least 1 year and one parent at least 21 years older than the child being adopted
- One parent over 25 years old.
$2708.40 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born May 2005
Complete hearing loss
Jeffrey is a sweet little boy who has been diagnosed with complete hearing loss. Doctors suggested him to wear hearing-aid and to do Cochlear Implantation when necessary. Jeffrey has normal development and has a lovely smile. He is 8 years old and is an active boy who is very social. He has many friends. Although, he cannot communicate with verbal language he is able to use sign language. His caregivers note that his communication style has no impact on his communication and play with other children. Jeffrey's physical development is normal and he is able to go upstairs one foot per step, jump off floor with both feet, run and jump freely, and stand on one foot. Jeffrey can dress himself and can wash his hands on his own before meals. He knows big and small, outer and inner, can imitate drawing cross, can write numbers, and can recognize colors. At this time, he is attending a speech class for deaf children in the institute. Because he has not had proper educational training before, his teachers note that he has a lot to learn. However, they believe that he is a clever child and will be able to catch up if he studies hard. His teachers plan to send him to study in the Qiyin School to receive systematical study after one year of study for speech training in the institute.
$9.95 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born January 2006
Thalassemia and Splenectomy
Lovely little Carrie is a precious 7 year old girl who has been diagnosed with Thalassemia and Splenectomy. She has also had her appendix removed. Carrie needs to receive 1-2 blood transfusions each month. Carrie is very outgoing. She gets along great with other children and smiles at all times. When she gets around strangers she is a little shy. Carrie loves to drink milk and eat jelly. She also likes to play with bouncy balls and run. Her favorite subject is Chinese, Life and Ideological, and morals. Because she often needs to have blood transfusions for her illness this has burdened her liver and made it function abnormally. She has since been taking medicine for her liver. Carrie is studying in grade one in Qixin School of our institute. She has mastered Pinyin, can write Chinese characters "ren", "kou", "tou" and "shou", but she can't write her own name. Carrie is also learning some English words and is able to speak simple English words. Carrie is very artistic. Her caregivers note she is not the best singer but she loves to perform!
$5.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born September 2002
Intellectual delay
Sunny is a precious 10 year old girl who is waiting to find her forever family. At this time, she is living with a foster family; however, she is eager to have a family of her own. Sunny has been living with a foster family for almost 5 years. Under the care of this family, Sunny has grown up healthily. She is a restless and optimistic little girl who is very polite. Sunny enjoys watching cartoons, playing with toys, and playing games with her friends. The orphanage indicated that due to her life surroundings they have taken her to complete an IQ test in August 2012 which showed that she does have delayed intelligence compared to her peers. However, her gross motor skills, language abilities, and fine motor skills are doing well. Her delays primary effect her schooling. Sunny can write her own name, can say Pinyin, and knows common words. Sunny can do addition and subtraction within 100 and she is learning to speak and communicate in English! Sunny does have poor marks in school and she has troubles concentrating and paying attention during class. Even with this, Sunny really loves school and she gets along well with her classmates.
$5.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Donovan #4-2
Age: 2
Diagnosis: lower flaccid paraparesis and internal hydrocephaly –shunted.
Donovan was born with spina bifida that was surgically corrected. He has a shunt to control the hydrocephalus. He sits unaided, holding onto a fixed support. He turns from back to belly and rises from a position of lying onto his belly while supporting himself on his hands. He makes cautious attempts to crawl and to get to a desired toy. He pronounces continuous combinations of sounds purposefully as well as syllables, when imitating adults. He makes attempts to pronounce words consisting of repeated syllables (such as "mama"). He reaches for hanging toys and grabs small objects that are handed to him in his hand.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Aubrey #33
Girl, age: 1
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Aubrey was recently given developmental assessments that placed her IQ at 78. She does not have any health concerns at this time.
Detailed information on Aubrey's current developmental skills coming soon.
$562.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born August 2009
Spina bifida operated, FAS, incontinence, mental delay.
Ethel has started walking.
$94.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born January 2002
hydrocele, mild mental delays
Miles is a tender and shy boy who needs encouragement when he is in a new place. He is quiet until you get to know him, but then you will find he is very clever! He is gifted at drawing, and he is very curious to learn new things. Miles gets along well with other children and is able to develope close relationships with his caretakers. He needs a family to call his very own.
A $5,000 agency grant is available, and his orphanage donation has been reduced and could possibly be waived completely.
$23.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born 2006
Mental delays, coming from an indigenous community.
As of this little boy's report evaluation when he was five years and nine months old, he was thriving in his foster home with a foster mom and other children in that home unrelated to him. Pepe has been in this foster home since December of 2011 when he had lesions characterized as a form of erythema. Pepe belonged to an indigenous community but was removed because of his physical condition so that he could be available for adoption. Because of his indigenous background, this little boy will likely not be adopted within his country and for this reason is available for adoption internationally.
Pepe had 7 biological siblings but has not had any contact or relationship with them. This child was diagnosed with moderate mental delays and his report describes that his facial features resemble that of Down Syndrome. He was placed in adoption because he was being severely neglected and was in a poor physical state regarding his lack of good nutrition.
Pepe's report from just before he turned 6 shows that he was at a low height and weight for his age and had poor communication skills. He is reported to have difficulty learning as characterized by his low concentration/attention abilities, low language ability, low expressive and comprehensive communication skills and delays in kinesthetic movement. He is reported to be easily confused by questions and does not answer questions at the level of other children his age.
Nevertheless, Pepe's picture shows a very happy and engaging face. He reportedly loves animals and plays well with children who are younger than him. He also enjoys watching TV and playing ball, along with other fun activities that require movement. While frustration and inability to communicate can influence him to become aggressive at times, in general, Pepe is reported to be a very affectionate, caring, warm and good-natured little boy.
Photo available from the agency, for serious inquiries.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him. The agency anticipates they'll have his file for 3-6 months.
Boy, born November 2006
Congenital Heart Defect
Joey's file is outdated (from 2009). He has had one surgery on his heart. He is introverted and loves his nanny. He loves to be cuddled and play with cars.
There is an advocate who has been following him for about 2 yrs and is willing to talk to anyone who is seriously considering the adoption of Joey. There is also a video available for serious inquiries.
$522.90 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Oct 2008
Spina bifida (postoperative),
fracture (postoperative, left lower limb),
club feet(postoperative),
delays (diagnosed by IQ test on a toddler)
Phineas is four years old. Despite the mention of a low IQ, his file says he is very clever. He was abandoned at one year old, and had already had his spina bifida surgery. He is now able to walk and has good self care abilities. He attends kindergarten. He likes to play outside and with toy planes. Can you imagine his delight if he could actually ride on a real airplane with his forever family?
$315.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born June 2002
This guy has personality! He is 11, and has a great sense of humor (he's a little jokester). Lenny's special need is deafness. He attends a boarding school for deaf children during the week, and lives at the foster home on weekends. He speaks sign language, which will be great when he meets his forever family. He is very intelligent with the computer, likes cars, cartoons, and building blocks.
He has good relationships with both his foster parents. He is smart and willing to help with housework. He is described as a gentleman. When he goes grocery shopping with his foster mom he always points to the heaviest bags and says "Mom, I am Superman, I will help you carry that". Every family needs a Superman. After all, Superman was adopted too!
$39.06 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born August 2001
Shawn is currently in the fourth grade and enjoys reading and and history. He is a very calm and quiet boy, but is lazy. He has few friends and likes playing outside, and also enjoys when his orphanage is able to go to the beach. He also enjoys helping prepare meals, and wants to be a chef.
Shawn is in the same orphanage with several other available children. Interested and approved families could adopt multiple children together.
$77.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
This little guy is about six years old. He was found abandoned in 2009 and police were unable to locate his family.
He's been diagnosed with Down syndrome and is developmentally delayed.
He is described as a cute boy and he likes to play with his peers. He knows some simple words and understands and follows some instructions from adults. He needs a family who can provide him with the love and support he lacked in his early life.
Update June 2013:
Our family met this little guy in January 2012 & then again in January 2013. He is a sweetie. He is very independent and very mobile. I chased him all around the playground. He loved the games on our iPhone's & enjoyed looking at pictures. He understands adults and is very loving. We were told he goes to a kindergarten school. He is super bright, a loves to laugh. He definitely has the stubborn, "I'm not done playing on your phone" attitude typical with our little DS lovies. He was very loving & really enjoyed our teenage girls & our younger boys. I think he would settle in easily into a family. This orphanage is very organized, structured and he is blessed to be there. BUT HE. NEEDS. A. FAMILY.
$669.60 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born July 2008
Goltz syndrome, severe mental delays, multiple malformations of upper and lower limbs, umbilical hernia, nasal septum deflection, congenital ptosis of the right eye, coloboma, hypermetropia of both eyes, dacryocystitis of the right eye, macula papilloma
Little Ariel is severely delayed and has a host of medical issues; she will need a family with access to good medical care.
From a family who met her in 2012:
She is so affectionate! She cruised over and wrapped her little arms around my legs as the nanny was giving me the run down of what my son would eat. I scooped her up and she is so light. I think we would have stayed and gone through the process all over again, had we been approved for 2 children!!
$300.60 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Abraham #59-3
Age: 3
Diagnosis: Combined defect (cleft lip, soft palate and hard palate) – surgically corrected, delays in development
Abraham has had 6 surgeries to correct his cleft and palate issues. He makes some vocalizations, but does not have any developed speech at this time. He has well developed motor skills: walks, runs, goes up/down steps unassisted. He eats independently and drinks from a cup. His attention is unstable and he does not interact with the other children. He does interact with known adults, and has a 1:1 caregiver that spends time with him several days a week. He has been evaluated by a psychologist and diagnosed with moderate mental delays.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Kammy #69-2
Diagnosis: Alopecia; Developmental delays with behavior concerns
Kammy walks, runs, feeds herself, puts her own shoes on and washes her hands independently. She holds a pen and colors inside the lines when coloring. She plays appropriately with toys. Her speech has recently improved. She can say her name and several phrases and her level of understanding as also improved. She quickly memorizes songs. She constantly seeks out adults and engages them in order to get them to play with her. Her pretend play skills are developed and she will use toys to act out things she's seen in the past. Her report indicates that she has been diagnosed with behavior problems and takes medication for behavior. However, there is no mention of any negative behaviors or behavioral concerns in her developmental report.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Girl, born Oct 2007
Cerebral Palsy
Natalie is a beautiful little girl who is 5 years old. She came into care when she was about 8 months old. Natalie's motor skills were delayed, and she was diagnosed with CP. After living at the orphanage less than a year, she was moved to a CP Treatment Center. There, she received much needed PT and individual attention. After two years there, Natalie was able to take some steps assisted, speak fluent sentences, and express herself verbally.
That report was over a year ago, so we hope she has continued with her good progress! In some of her photos, Natalie appears to have strabismus (crossed eyes) that will need to be addressed when she comes home.
Natalie loves to play outdoors…her new family will need to be sure she has a swing set! Natalie is a sweet little girl, who has come so far already. Imagine what she could do with the love and support of her very own family!
$22.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born June 2011
She has been diagnosed with right ear microtia, deformity of the right arm and hand, and post-operative cleft lip and palate. She has recovered well from her cleft lip and palate operation, which she received in October.
Abby is a cute and lovable little girl turning 2 years old this summer. Abby is growing healthily under the wonderful care of her caretaker. At 1 month, she had a good appetite and could turn to the direction of sound. At 2 months, she could sit up when leaning against the quilt. At 1 year old, she could roll on the bed and got her first tooth! She can also greet you with her right hand. Abby is a quiet, gentle girl that gives a shy smile when being held and kissed. All the caretakers are very fond of her and hope that she will enjoy the warmth and happiness of her forever family soon.
$22.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Temperance (L)
Girl, born November 2008
Down syndrome, congenital heart defect, astigmatism
Temperance has made much progress. She has low muscle tone, but continues to gain strength and make progress.
She's very gentle, follows directions, strong willed, stubborn, more flexible than resistant. She communicates well and mimics others; makes good eye contact. So far no surgery on her heart is needed. She does not uses any medication for her heart now and her physical activity shall not be limited in any way so far.
Additional medical information available from the agency.
$2217.99 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born March 2011
Down syndrome, congenital heart defect
Rebecca has Down syndrome, and a heart condition; ASD, enlarged RA, mild insufficiency of TV, and mild pulmonary hypertension…the left side of her heart has normal function. A brain CT and EEG were both normal.
Rebecca is a precious little one who is just 2 years old. She was found abandoned at a bus stop when she was about 5 months old. This sweet little girl has delays; to be expected, of course, but she does not seem to be receiving the therapy she needs to help her progress more quickly. Her heart condition is slowing her down, too. Imagine the great progress she will make when her heart is fixed, and she has someone to help her learn and develop! Rebecca is crawling now, and her fine motor skills are behind. She badly needs a loving family and the continued stimulation that will help her develop and improve her future. It is certainly not too late to begin working with her…at all! Rebecca is sweet, quiet, and loves to watch other children play. A family for Rebecca will help her join other kids at play!
$2,085.83 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born December 2010
Down syndrome, extra digit
Marcia is a spunky, and very cute, little girl who is 2 years old. She came into care when she was about 4 months old. Marcia has Down syndrome, and an extra thumb on her right hand. She is so sweet, and so full of life! Marcia has no known heart conditions.
She is out-going, and not afraid of strangers. She loves blocks and rattles. Marcia is crawling and can walk while holding the rails (as of March…she could be walking unassisted now). She can imitate actions, and loves to blow kisses! Marcia is very curious, according to her report. This was so good to see! She is attentive, and very interested in everything around her.
Marcia needs a family who will help her reach her full potential…we have no doubt there are great things ahead in this little girl's life!
$85.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born July 2009
TB damage to spine (post surgery) – recovered
Erik is a very handsome little boy who is almost 4 years old. He was found abandoned in front of a hotel near a train station when he was 3 years old. They discovered a bulge on his back, and it was causing him pain. He also had some weakness of his lower legs. Tests showed he had TB, and it had spread to his spine. Treatment began immediately, and they repaired the damaged vertebrae with titanium mesh and plate. The pain was gone, the strength in his legs returned, and he was on his way! Erik will take the TB meds for a full year (finishing this fall), with a re-check every so often.
He is doing great now…he is active, normal intelligence, very verbal very mischievous…and just a wonderful little boy! Erik would do well with siblings of all ages, and with his generous nature, will be a son to be proud of! Please open your heart to this little boy!
$45.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Feb 1998
Cerebral palsy
Sutter will turn 16 in FEB 2014. A family must file specific paperwork PRIOR to his birthday, in order for him to be adopted.
Sutter is easygoing, organized
Sutter is a really smart boy. He likes to make puzzles and he can solve them really fast. His favorite game was copying a picture and rebuild it with little colored pins on a board with holes. If you try to fool him, he will say 'no' and start to laugh contagious. I'm sure that he would be able to participate in some kind of education.
He had several operations as a child, which improved his locomotion, but after his growth spurt he lost some of his mobility again. He tries to walk with crutches and he gets PT for it. With the right medical care I'm pretty sure he would be able to walk.
Some days he is really kind for the other children in his group and then he acts really helpful. Other moments he tries to get all the attention. He would do very well in a family, where he gets the attention he deserves.
Sutter becomes 15 this year. He needs a family committed to him before his 16th birthday, otherwise he will never be able to join a family, his chanced are gone then and then he is condemned to institution life for the rest of his life.
Additional photos and video available. Married couples only, travel required.
$4912.90 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born November 2005
Clara is an adorable 7 year old girl who has been diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis. Clara also has cognitive delays, but her limb development is normal.
She is able to speak sentences of 10 words and express her thoughts clearly. Clara is currently in first grade at school. She has a hard time concentrating and memorizing new material, but she is hard working and very helpful to her teachers. Clara gets along well with other children, and will even help look after them. She loves to sing, dance, play sports, listen to music, play games, watch cartoons, and listen to stories. Clara has a very good appetite. She especially likes to eat popsicles, watermelon, and candy. Clara is described as a quiet girl that is closest to her caretakers and teachers.
$11.70 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Oct 2003
Macy is a darling 9 year old girl who has been diagnosed with Dyskinesia of the lower limbs, Spina Bifida, congenital dislocation of the hip, and right clubbed foot. She has received an operation for her clubbed foot. Since her operation, she is able to stand up and walk with assistance. Her caregivers believe that she will do well in the future because she is a courageous girl.
Macy has been in the institution since she was found at 7 months of age. At the age of 11 months, Macy could smile when she recognized familiar faces and could roll over from her stomach to her back. At the age of 17 months she could call her nannies and could respond by waving her hands goodbye. She has received rehabilitation exercise to help with the motion of her lower limbs. She has been living in a foster family and receives lots of love and care from her family.
She is helpful around the home and is described sensitive, diligent, and polite. She has many talents and enjoys singing, writing, and playing cards. She has a big imagination and likes drawing birds, houses, and rainbows. Her favorite toy is a Barbie doll. Macy is a smart girl and can count from 1-100. She knows the four seasons and the changes that come with each season. Her biggest dream is to go to college to become a doctor. She is passionate about caring for people who are in pain so that they can live happy lives.
$27.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Lydia Rose
Girl, born August 2007
Cerebral Palsy
Lydia Rose is a shy girl; she has a ready smile and is fond of singing. She is a very happy, obedient and good intelligent little child. At the age of 2 years and 6 months, the scissor step disappears and she can basically finish the actions such as putting off the shoes and socks. She can conduct the simple communication. At the age of 3 years, she can have meals with bowl and spoon. She can wash hands and face with help of the caretaker. Now little Lydia Rose can stand for several minutes alone. She can hold objects to walk. She has the prominent hand movements. She move flexibly and can hold things. Her intelligent development is well. She can conduct the daily communication. Lydia can take off clothes and go to the toilet without help.
Update and pictures from August 2012.
$2,651.00 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born June 2007
Delayed mental development, congenital mild cleft upper palate
Faith is 5 years old, she goes to kindergarten like other kids. She knows 1-5 numerals so far, can recite 3-4 songs. She can speak daily use words. Seeing other kids break the rules, she would put up her hands and report to teachers. She can't speak clearly, but could be understood. She can have meals, dress, zip, button and wash face and feet by herself. She loves to be beautiful, likes clothes with colorful background instead of just one color. She likes to play in the park, she cheers, jumps like a happy bird when she reaches the park. She doesn't like to stay home and watch TV, when she is upset, she pouts her lips and ignore others; when her requirements are satisfied, she smiles immediately. In the kindergarten, she performs good and cooperate with the teachers actively.
Faith is optimistic, shows affection initially.
$153.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born December 2008
Delay of psychological and speech development, hip dysplasia, atrial septal defect (condition after surgery).
From a family who met him in late 2013:
He was in our son's groupa and we saw him several times in our 7 weeks of visits. He is sweet. He's a gentle boy. He's obedient/cooperative. He never stood out as mischievous or overly active (not hyper). Just a sweet, kind, joyous little guy. In the hustle and activity of the 11 kids in his groupa, I had to stop and look for him because he's not overly aggressive or assertive. Maybe a little on the shy side. But still friendly when approached (as far as we could tell.) His eyes are beautiful. Just a handsome little sweetie!! He needs a family!! He's in a good orphanage that provides good medical care. Such a sweet little boy. He needs a family!!
$29.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Adopted outside of RR
Boy, born March 2004
HIV, AIDS, metal foreign object in horizontal soft tissue of left obturator, normal physical growth.
At the age of 4 years, Ty could climb up the ladder, put on his shoes, and think of questions independently. At the age of 5 years, he could tie his shoelaces and count several numbers. At the age of 6-7 years, he does easy house work: sweeping the floor, wiping the tables, washing the dishes, etc. Ty is also interested in listening to stories.
It is reported that Ty is extroverted and restless. He likes playing with other kids, is excited to go to new places and looks around curiously. He is not afraid of strangers, but doesn't talk with them. In kindergarten, he respects his teachers, gets along with classmates, goes to school on time and finishes homework after school, writes simple words and does easy addition and subtraction. Ty likes all the work staff in the orphanage and loves the group life.
$5.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
George #381 OD
Born Sept 2010
Physical and neuropsychological developmental delay.
George is a healthy and happy little guy. He has good muscle tone. Good control of the head, active seating skills. Can actively turn in both directions. Can walk when held by hand.
Movement skills: reduced volume, demonstrates passiveness, no initiative.
Fine motor skills: can actively move the hands in midline.
Visual motor coordination: can follow in all fourth directions. Can purposefully aim at an object before him by both hands.
The agency also has video available.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Girl, age 2
Dana was given for adoption at 6 months old. There is no background about her biological mother nor the reason for her abandonment. She was a 29 weeks premature baby, from a pregnancy of twins. She had intrauterine growth restriction. She was born with:
• Heart malformation: absence of the left pulmonary vessels
• Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
• Severe Pulmonary hypertension
• Brain Ultrasound: left arachnoid cyst
Dana assists every day to physical, speech-language and occupational therapy, plays adequately with her toys. Speech and language development are delayed.
She follows with her eyes and hears well. Understands simple orders and follows them; repeats words and says many different words, sometimes only the last syllable. She does not make phrases.
Regarding her gross motor activity, muscle strength and tone: she moves all limbs in an asymmetric way due to her right sided motor deficit. She grabs objects with her left hand and helps herself with her right hand. Hemiplegic gait, she drags her right foot and her right upper limb is flexed at her body side. Higher tone on her right body side, slightly retraction of her right foot flexion. Dana is a girl that will need a lot of time in rehabilitation and a right hemiparesis will remain, but only in the time it will be possible to establish her gross motor and cognitive disability.
Photo available from the agency, for serious inquiries.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her. The agency anticipates they'll have her file for 3-6 months.
Girl, born January 2012
Layne is a beautiful little 1 year old girl with mild hydrocephalus. She has not suffered from any serious other diseases. Her mental level, actions and language are the same as other children her age. At 5 months she could roll to both sides while lying on her back on a cushion, kick the cushion with her feet, and could raise up her head by using both hands for support. At 8 months, she could lie on one side while supporting the ground with one hand and use the other to play with toys, and could even sit alone for a while. She also babbled while she played and smiled when called. Now, she can crawl, stand a little while holding onto railings, sit and play with toys, and likes to look at herself in the mirror. She can also make baba sounds and likes to play with her aunt and other children. When she cries or laughs, you can see that her lip slightly leans to the left, and when she eats, her tongue is not very coordinated and tends to droop to the right side. She is an active, happy little girl that loves to laugh and play.
$283.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Alonzo #373 OD
Boy, born 2006
Alonzo is a 7-year-old boy who has a number of congenital bone abnormalities.
Despite the deformities he can effectively use his limbs – he walks independently, goes up and down the stairs while holding onto the railing or an adult's hand. His fine motor skills are not very well developed. He has good social and emotional skills. He sleeps good and has a good appetite. He likes to play with another children. He loves to play ball – he kicks a ball and throws the ball with both hands. During the school 2012/2013 he is a student in the preparatory class of the Primary school at the Home for Children with Physical Disabilities.
Because we only have this child's file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Boy, born June 2008
facial deformity
At the age of 2 years old, Victor could play toys alone on his crib, be interested in the things in his surrounding environment and he has quick smile. Now he is in the special educational class and he understands simple instructions.
He is very cute and has quick reaction. He has special feelings to caregivers and enjoys being lead to outdoors for fun. He adjusts to strangers and new environment slowly. He loves listening to music and playing with toys and he is an adorable child.
Video available for inquiring families.
$4308.25 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Girl, born Feb 2008
Down syndrome
Lydia is the 'little star' of the orphanage. Everyone loved hugging her and being around her, especially the director. She understands instructions and is quick to respond. She likes to use any toy and pretend it's a phone so she can talk with her friends. Lydia also loves taking baths.
$13,819.59 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born March 2011 PRC
Down syndrome
Callahan is such a little muffin!!
He is making good progress. He has been in a foster family since Sept 2011.
$108.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born in 2011
Down syndrome, congenital heart defect
Steven is a beautiful child who enjoys musical toys and toy cars. He also enjoys water play. He is described to have a pleasant personality. Steven has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and has some heart complications. In addition, Steven has an extra finger on his hand. Please consider him for your family?
Photo available from the agency for serious inquiries.
$1112.50 is available towards the cost of my adoption!
Boy, born Sept 2008
Down syndrome, congenital heart defects
Chuck is an active and energetic little boy! He was abandoned when he was approximately 20 days old. Chuck began living with a foster family in December of 2008 and had surgery to repair his congenital heart defects of VSD and PFO in May of 2010.
Chuck is able to walk and is fond of playing games. His favorite toy is a small car and he enjoys pushing the car back and forth.
The latest information we have on Chuck is from November 2010 and it is being updated, so please check back soon.
This little boy has lots of love to share with a family…is your family his?
UPDATE: Chuck is quick in reaction, can call people, is active, outgoing, agile and loves playing with other kids. He is very social!