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Because every family deserves the blessing of a child with Down Syndrome... |
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.
Clayton and Caleb
Twin boys, born August 2010
Clayton has Cerebral palsy.
Caleb has been diagnosed with Flail legs, superior spastic paraplegia, focal symptomatic epilepsy.
Please help us find them a family, where they can grow up together and reach their full potential!
From someone who met them in 2013:
(Brother 1) He is in with a much younger groupa. He goes outside twice daily when it is nice, and this orphanage does physical therapy five times a week. He makes eye contact, but is in his own little world until you talk directly to him. He appears kind of zoned out, and then I said his name and stroked his cheek and his whole body came to life, just longing to be touched and tickled. He arched his back and smiled, but I wasn't allowed to pick him up. He has grown too long for his stroller. I put a velcro wrist rattle on him and he purposefully moved his left arm to interact with it immediately. He is well nourished there, but he will really need a mama's touch to help him grow. His teeth look like they are in great shape. He uses his arms, but I did not see him move his legs, though he was certainly wiggling from one side to the other and is a kid who would really like to be on the move! He is not in the same groupa as his brother. Kids are generally grouped by what they are eating, and his brother was in the groupa for kids doing formula and purees. I think he may be on only formula still. It was so hard to leave him behind!
(Brother 2) Several days later, I saw who I thought was the same child in a different stroller, but the nannies corrected me when I called him by his brothers name, slowly communicating that this was his twin brother. They look SO much alike! The first day I saw him, he was badly in need of a diaper change and I showed the nannies. He was laying flat on his back in the outdoor playpen, and when I came back to return my daughter to the groupa, he was still there an hour later, unchanged in diaper and position. The next day I saw him, though, one of the sweet nannies was playing music on her ipod, and he was laying close to her in a stroller. Although he didn't interact with the music, he was very quick to respond to my voice. The second I stopped talking, he stopped smiling and zoned out again. But, he was so responsive to touch and baby talk! He pushed his body around in the stroller with his legs AND arms, and had a lot of good neck strength. I wouldn't be surprised at all if he is only being limited by the assumptions of his diagnosis. As we left our daughter's groupa for the last time, we saw him being lovingly carried down to his physical therapy appointment. I think it was a sign of good things to come for these boys!
Neither boy is using meaningful speech, though both babble. Videos available. Wonderful region to adopt from, especially if one parent needs to stay alone for a time.
Maddie (L)
Girl born March, 2006
Moderate mental delay; congenital heart defect, has had surgery to repair; developmental delays; farsightedness. She is currently receiving speech therapy and physiotherapy.
From 2010 report: Maddie is alert and likes to engage. She is helpful, likes to help with the younger children. Her walking in unsteady and is described as "crooked". Understands simple orders, but in various activities she does not fully understand what is being asked of her. Maddie is determined to be independent and tries to perform everything herself. She enjoys helping others, likes to clean up when she sees a mess. Her fine motor skills need improvement. She seeks out attention. She likes to observe and then imitate. She is protective of her toys. Speech is significantly delayed at this time. She says few words (thank you, bye, this, no, uncle, mom). She enjoys singly loudly in her own little language.
Isn't Maddie adorable? She would fit right in as "Mommy's little helper"
The girl is well disposed towards school: she already can sit by the table with help completes the tasks, for a short time started to concentrate her attention to the task she is interested in. She is able to complete the task if proper motivation is provided. Still the girl's activities in general are chaotic, non-meaningful and in consecutive order. She understands short instructions. General knowledge about herself and environment still are limited. She can show some items in her surrounding environment. Speaks in sounds/words, short words which needs the correction; is able to express her wishes, emotions, understands when misbehaved and comes close to a person and touches saying sorry and expressing her apology. She always asks when need to go to the bathroom and walks accompanied by the teacher's assistant. Her hygiene skills needs to be improved, but they are in place. The school bus takes Maddie from care institution and brings her back.
Aurora (L)
Girl, born April 2002
General delays of speech & development; cerebral paralysis atonic-astatic form; wears glasses for convergent squint and farsightedness
Aurora has been in the orphanage since 2005. She is being prepared to go to school. Special educator, speech therapist work with her intensively. The girl is active, willingly participates in group and in individual activity. Communicates with all the children. Wishes to be a leader, creates hers own rules. Is interested in puzzles, mosaics. Plays with dolls willingly. Likes thumbing and coloring books. Actively participates in games. Is able and likes ranging toys. Prosecutes orders willingly. She keeps to tasks consciously. Understands everyday vocabulary well, performs simple daily orders. Especially likes drawing classes. She recognizes main colors. When she gets angry, she persists, keeps silence and does not speak. Self-clean and hygiene skills formed. Orients in closest environment well. The girl is lovely, kind and smiling.
UPDATE November 2013:
Aurora attends a specialized secondary school for children who have speech development problems. She is in the 4th grade now. She likes to go to school, but still her motivation for learning is low. She is taught at the general level. The girl is confident in her self and very active. Independent, but is easy to distract her and she is impulsive. If there is enough stimulation – she will always perform well and will take care of herself. She chooses people with whom she is friendly, but with some persons she may be not polite.
Among the children of her age tries to get a leader's position. Sometimes she may pick on other children. When she is in her good mood she would play with all children and especially boys. Her hygienic skills are in place. Can take care of her own body. Is able and can take care of her room, can wash dishes, and wash her clothes. She helps other girls to do their hair. She knows the time, has very good orientation in the environment. She understands the value of money, but she goes to the shop with an adult. She knows how to work in a team. Aurora very much likes to paint and color, play with the computer. The top achievement – started to read book and she reads fairy tails. She participates in the dancing group.
Boy, born April 2007
Down syndrome
Such a handsome guy, so serious!
Boden was found in front of a building when he was 3 years old. He is a healthy, active and lovely boy. Boden likes going to his school and participates in classroom activities. His teachers just love him!
Boden likes to crawl up his caretakers leg and into their laps. He will lean in for a snuggle. He is a great imitator and likes to imitate his caretakers cleaning up the room. This handsome little guy is just waiting for a family to scoop him up, snuggle and include him in their fun adventures!
Boy, born January 2010
Three year old Jesse is a beautiful little boy who resides a specialized foster care home for blind and visually impaired children. It is small home with only five children and the carers are specially trained to work with blind children. He is being taught life skills and self-care that will help him prepare for adoption and eventually independent living.
While this is a great opportunity, life has not been so fortunate for Jesse. He was abandoned at the gates of his orphanage when he was 9 months old. His blindness was caused by an untreated eye infection, and he was so ill he was sent to a palliative care home to die. He arrived a very sick and frightened little boy but was nursed back to health and given the opportunity to gain confidence and trust others around him. He is currently healthy with no further medical problems but is delayed in some areas of his development such as walking and feeding himself.
Jesse is now a happy child, interested and aware in all that is around him. In the absence of sight, he uses other senses to explore the world. He is quite timid in nature but likes to be around other children and his carers. He is sometimes uncertain when trying new things but enjoys praise and attention, so this motivates him to keep going. He would be a wonderful son with a great future but just needs his family to find him.
Some recent updates on Jesse, speech is making an appearance and Jesse is saying bye,bye and waving when his carers leave. He is eating a good variety of food now and sleeping much better than when he arrived at the foster home. Jesse communicates what he wants and doesn't want by nodding and shaking his head. He can move himself around the room and onto furniture to get to a comfortable spot for a nap! He has been practicing with his walker and has started with physical and occupational therapy to take his walking from aided to independent.
Videos available for inquiring families.
Boy, born December 2004
Will is a handsome young boy who has been diagnosed with Hemophilia.
Despite his condition, he is an active and energetic boy. Will is a happy boy with a contagious smile. He is outgoing and gets along well with others. He enjoys singing songs and watching cartoons.
Girl, born August 2007
CP dystonic-dyskinetic type, rough delay of static and locomotor activity, mental delay, umbilical hernia, congenital cataract, crossed eyes
Sweet Chantelle has a list of diagnoses, but her main need is a loving family! A family could help her reach her potential and save her from a life in a crib.
From a family who met her in fall 2013:
Chantelle is mostly kept in a laying room although I did seen her out in the main groupa room laying down in a gated play area. I believe she can roll around. I saw her holding things in her hands as well. She has a calm, sweet spirit and I had her smiling in the first minute of seeing her. I touched her precious little face and told her I loved her and she smiled. The other kids seem to love her and they liked going into the laying room to take pictures of her with me. Chantelle so needs a family now! She won't be kept at the baby house much longer. She is soooo beautiful, the pictures really don't do her justice.
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.
Girl, born September 2008
Cerebral palsy
Gina has a sunshiney smile!
More pictures available, but she is seated in this chair in all the pictures we have.
From a family who met her in August 2013:
Precious Gina is so willowy and gentle. She is being loved and cared for in her baby house. She is soon to be transferred, though. Her groupa goes outside twice daily on nice days and she sits in a stroller staring at the leaves and feeling the breeze. When touched and cuddled, she moves her head toward you. Her skin is soft, and her hands are so gentle. She blinks with delicate eyelashes and seems to be trying to clear the fog to see you. I got to see her several times and each time her face lit up with a smile and she moved her chest side to side rhythmically to acknowledge her joy at being noticed. She is so full of life, and needs more therapy to help her reach her full potential. Gina deserves so much more than what she has been given. If only her mom and dad could look into her eyes and see how much life is behind them. She is a treasure, and is in desperate need of a family as she approaches the age of transfer. The institution she is headed for will not offer her anywhere near what she has now. Please see Gina before she is lost forever.
Gina received massage therapy regularly, is in diapers, and could use some dental care. She is very thin, but is being offered excellent nutrition. She is in a region that we felt comfortable having just mom stay for much of the travel. More pictures and a video available.
Gina is now available for international adoption as she recently turned 5.
Girl, born February 2011
Cerebral palsy, microcephaly, pseudobulbar syndrome, focal symptomatic epilepsy
Mildred is so young — she could really thrive with the love and care of a family!
Carolina is such a beautiful girl; beautiful brown hair with olive skin. She has cerebral palsy, and does wear AFO's on both feet.
From her medical records: Cerebral palsy, convergent squint, mental delay. She can walk by supporter or holding one hand. She says separate words, understands simple speech, is affectionate and friendly. Physical therapy and a loving family will bring MIRACLES for this little girl!
Carolina was transferred in 2011 to a boarding school (not an institution).
UPDATE August 2013:
Boy, born in November 2001
Blood disorder
Marty is a loving, kind child who rarely becomes angry but when he does, he gets over it quickly. He was diagnosed with hydrocephalus when he was found as a baby. He was cured and now is considered to be healthy. Marty stated it perfectly when he exclaimed, "It is good luck to be healthy again." Marty attends 4th grade where he is especially good with computers. He is of normal intelligence and a great helper to the teacher. He can say many words in English including: no, hello, thank you, goodbye. He also loves all sports, especially basketball. His favorite color is red.
Marty's best friend is Gary. They are truly close and Marty said his greatest dream would be for them to be adopted together! Marty is not opposed to a large family. He desperately wants to have a forever family. He also commented, "but if you can't find me a family it will be OK because in the future I will be able to help other children find forever homes." Now who wouldn't love to have a son with such a sweet, caring and positive attitude?
If a family adopted Marty and Gary together, the orphanage would reduce orphanage donations by half!
Marty has a $2,000 Special Focus grant from the agency.
Boy, born Feb 2003
Double eyelid drooping (post-op ptosis) and binocular ametropia
Gary is outgoing and will smile when teased. He can chat with others and likes to sing. He is a sensible and polite boy. He gets along very well with children. Gary can read and is full of curiosity. He can do many simple things by himself. Gary has been told about adoption and shown some children's photos who have been adopted. He likes it very much and wants a family of his own!
Gary's best friend is Marty. The boys are very close, and wish they could be adopted together.
If a family adopted Marty and Gary together, the orphanage would reduce orphanage donations by half!
Gary has a $2,000 Special Focus grant with the agency.
Boy, born May 2011
anophthalmia, developmental delays
Alec is a beautiful darling little boy. He just celebrated his second birthday and is working really hard to catch up with his peers on development milestones. Alec loves sitting in his baby walker, as he still needs support to sit up, and looking at the different toys on the activity functions. He also has a special toy that can be worn like a glove, as his grip is not strong yet. Alec is slowly learning to tolerate more textures in his feeding, and is at present concentrating on soft apple puree. He still needs support for his feeding with a feeding tube. Alec is a cheerful little boy with a bright smile. His condition of anophthalmia is commonly corrected with a prosthetic eye. Alec continues to make progress in his development. However there is a possibility that he will have long term delays. Alec needs the love and support of a family to reach his full potential.
For more information, photos, or questions about Alec, please contact Nathalie.
Mark (Latin America)
Boy, Born August 2006
Down syndrome
UPDATE Nov 2013: Mark is doing well, and his overall health is good!!
We did not receive any information on the treatment he received for leukemia — but GOOD HEALTH is GREAT news!!
UPDATE December 2012: It has been determined that sweet Mark is also battling leukemia. We are waiting for additional medical testing and details, but PLEASE pray for him and help us find his forever family! THANK GOD for a new photo, he has grown so much! Trying to get his new photo in a larger size, but SO glad to finally have one! Mark is up and walking and doing SO well! Updated info coming soon!
609-02 This gentle boy has smooth, baby soft skin. He has dark skin and dark hair, potentially from an African/black parent. He is just darling, with a round chubby face. He was born on 8/2006. He enjoys playing with toys and with other children. His legs are rather weak so he scoots around quickly to reach his destination. He smiles brightly when he is spoken to. He waits for his loving family because he has Down syndrome. His family will be so lucky to be able to help this angel reach his fullest potential!
Boy, born July 2006
Spina bifida (post operative) and hydrocephalus (post operative)
Gaspar can stand with support, and is currently being trained to walk. His caregivers believe that there is a good chance for him to walk in the future, maybe just with crutches. He does not have bowel/bladder control, but knows when he goes. He is a sweet boy with a great personality. He is waiting for his forever family to help him be the best that he can be!
We spent a few hours with Gaspar and his foster family on our trip to adopt our daughter in August '13. He was *such* a sweet little boy! He had a gentle temperament and was very playful and engaging. His foster parents told us that he was quite patient with his foster sister (our daughter) and it was obvious that they had developed a close relationship. I know that he would be such a joy to his forever family! Our daughter also has spina bifida; if any family inquires about him, I would be happy to share our experience with him and life at home with a child with SB.
Boy, born around May 31, 2012
microcephaly, craniosynostosis, blind, and deaf, as well as undescended testes, and possible developmental delays
He is developmentally delayed. He cannot support his head. He can hold an object in each hand and he feeds and sleeps well. He is a very cute baby boy! He needs a family to provide him with the love and care he lacked early in life so that he can flourish and reach his full potential.
Update 2013:
He cannot sit without support, but smiles when you play with him. He does not respond to light or moving objects, He kicks his legs and waves his arms.
Video and additional photos available from the agency.
Darren #
Boy, born March 2010
Darren is very calm and smiling, but doesn't sit or walk – he only lays because his head is too heavy.
He is happy when he sees the members of the staff, recognizes familiar people from strangers. He feels good when being around other children and adults. Grabs a toy when given to him and holds it for a while. Turns his head towards the direction of a sound. Makes active and passive movements with the limbs. Has a calm daily and night sleep.
He does not have a shunt, so his hydrocephalus remains untreated. His head circumference was 62cm in Feb 2013.
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 November 1999
HIV, astigmatism
Updated pic from Oct 2013 – he wants to be adopted!
Ethan is in the same orphanage with several other available children. Interested and approved families could adopt multiple children together.
Boy, born Dec. 2004
Moderate mental delays
He is a very good boy, communicable, calm and friendly.
From a family who met him in Fall 2013:
Pearson is doing so good!! He is precious and sweet! I saw him from a distance every day. The first time, he was with a group of boys having their picture taken in the fall leaves. He always did what the nanny told him to. He walks very well, and he likes holding the nannies hands. My favorite day was when I walked past their group and he was right in front of me on the sidewalk, and before the nanny could move him, I bent down and in Russian told him how sweet he was. He took my face in both of his hands, and pulled me down so our foreheads were touching, and just stared in my eyes. I kissed his cheek, and his whole face lit up!! And he has the most adorable splatter of freckles! He is smaller than I would have thought too.
Girl, born August 2002
Mild dysgnosia
Her paperwork is old, from 2009 and it states:
For her better growth, we sent her into foster family. During this period, she become more outgoing, and will not afraid of people, and can call people. In kindergarten, nannies teach her dance, she study seriously, nannies and children all liked her very much. She is a beautiful girl.
From a volunteer who met her:
Joy is getting better and better since coming [here]. With enough teaching and training we hope Joy will be able to live independently eventually. Joy was hit when she was little. We only spent several hours with her, but she wasn't aggressive when we were there. She actually was quite caring. She can cook and do everything for herself. School is very hard for her and when she can't do her school work it makes her very sad. Joy only lived with [the volunteer] for a few months, but she had improved greatly in that time. Her behavior was much better. She isn't sure about her being able to live independently.
Additional pictures available.
Boy, born January 2009
Tayte is outgoing, active, has a ready smile and is fond of playing toys; he is not talkative and likes playing games with children in the same room. He is close to the caretaker and his favorite activity is that the aunt takes him out to play with children to the top of his bent. He is a lovely boy.
Because of congenital albinism and light photophobia, he wears sunglasses when he plays outside.
Update, July 2013:
Tayte is a smart and easy going boy. He attends kindergarten where he gets along well with other children. He can feed himself, dress himself and go to the restroom by himself. He picks up toys, sets the table, and is able to do some housework.
He takes the initiative to greet people who he knows and have simple conversation with them. He meets someone and will ask them if they have finished their days work, showing concern for other person.
Because of his vision, he struggles with pictures, but he is a organizer of other kids to teach them the games he learns at school. He will play with those he is unfamiliar with if introduced to them and told to play together. He likes to sit on adults lap and cuddle with caretaker.
He can go up and downstairs. Going down is a bit slow as he is afraid he would fall. He can run very fast and adjust his speed according to the circumstances. He likes to play toys with wheels and music. He especially loves to explore the environment.
Girl, born Sept 2010
Down syndrome
Carol loves sitting and rocking on her hobby horse! She is enjoys listening to music and rocking on her horse. She can sit on the bed steadily and can stand with hands holding onto the bed rails. Sometimes when she sees other children take her favorite toy she will try and take it back.
Update Aug 2013:
Every day starting at 9:00 teachers of special education will take her and other children to the class room to do physical exercise and play. She receives special education in the institute. No other training/therapy. She walks pretty well but cannot speak, except for making some "yee-yah" voices. She will cooperate when a caregiver brushes her teeth. Her teeth are very healthy.
She can eat solid foods. She needs her caregiver's help when the food contains bones or too hard to break. She needs to be fed by a caregiver. She is close to her caregivers.
Andrea is 4 years old and has scoliosis, strabismus of the eyes and possibly microcephaly.
She is so sweet and happy. She cannot sit or walk.
Updated June 2013: She is now sitting up!
Diana, she is 9 years old and is HIV positive and cannot talk. It is currently unknown why she doesn't speak.
She is such a happy kiddo! She really is darling.
Update June 2013:
Diana is a very very lively girl, she's always moving, running around. She does not speak, just one word and this is "JAGU JAGU JAGU" but I am convinced she understands EVERYTHING! When I am sad she sees it and puts her arms around me. When she does something wrong and you are angry she understands. When you say "go away" she goes. Diana is very thin but she has so much power. She is always always hungry and always looking around for some food. The mothers don't have enough time to care specific for one kid so most oft he time nobody recognizes what they are doing. If somebody would tell Diana what to do and what shes not allowed she would understand. She is clever. And I think needs more food. I don't know if she has maybe problems with metabolism. But she needs special medication because she's HIV positive. Diana is a lovely girl and if she would get more attention she would be even more lovely.
Rita has severe Cerebral Palsy. She is 5 years old.
Though she did not smile when I actually took the pictures, she was smiling up a storm between the pictures.
More information will be coming soon.
Brett is a handsome young man who was born with CP. He is very smart, he gets around on his own by crawling, but he is not able to walk. Therapy will do wonders for him! He deserves to have a family!
From a volunteer who knows him: He plays with other children. He speaks with separate words. He understands the addressed speech. The boy is curious, likes classes. He loves when his nurse reads for him, he likes making pyramids.
Update December 2012:
Brett is very smart and curious. He has some learning and language delays associated with institutional life, but he does speak in complete phrases around people he trusts. He enjoys cars, coloring, and games. He got very excited when we showed him pictures of dogs and other animals, so he might do well with pets.
A family considering adopting him should be prepared to deal with some institutional behaviors and traumas. This is the area where Brett might need the most assistance in understanding rules, family, and nurturing relationships.His physical disability limits his lower body, specifically his legs and feet, but he is very strong in the upper body and crawls very quickly. He is a very active kid who needs some physical therapy, appropriate equipment, and perhaps braces to get where he needs to for walking. He is able to pull himself to standing. The orphanage has worked with him on potty training and he seems to be doing well with it.
More photos available, married couples only.
Girl, May 20, 2006
Tatiana was born with FAS, but her medical records do not indicate any additional medical complications. She is also HIV positive.
Tatiana is the younger sister of Trudy and Tristan. All three children can be adopted together or separately; they are currently in the same region, but in different orphanages. We hope to find a family where they can stay together!
She is facing transfer to an older child internat very soon, but she can still be adopted from there. Would rather see her in a family! She has been waiting SO long.
From an adoptive family who met her in summer 2011: Tatiana is a sweetheart, and she wants a mama so badly. When we'd go to get our kids, she kept asking "And Tania? And Tania?" She would sob when we would leave her with the groupa. Out of all the kids there, she was the only that I saw playing pretend – eating pretend food, taking care of baby dolls. She is very emotionally fragile, and she seems to get overwhelmed. She is very small and thin. She has big blue eyes, and she desperately wants to be held and cuddled.
From an adoptive family who met her in November 2012:
Tatiana was described by the orphanage director as very beautiful, and she truly is. She was also very enthusiastic when answering questions. She was asked if she has friends and she replied "Da" with her whole body, "Tania have lots of friends". It was completley adorable. We had given her a pony that moved around on it's own, and she kept saying "come to Tania, come to Tania". The biggest hit was the ball that lights up when you bounce it. She would have chased that ball all day! She has a deep voice for such a little girl which I found endearing. It was so ironic, because she is so little and feminine. She has issues with her eyes. Nothing was mentioned in her medical about it. When she turns her head to look at something her eyes bounce around as they try to catch up. She laughs inappropriately, and is very emotional. Has mood swings. Does not understand many simple questions. Her answers did not match the questions, or was unintelligible. She is in constant motion.
From an adoptive family who met her in July 2013:
Precious Tatiana is so dainty and beautiful! I just spent a few minutes with her groupa, and thought she did well in the group setting. She did talk with me a little and spoke like a younger child. She is the big helper and the leader of the groupa, and I think that's why she hasn't been transferred yet. She gets partnered up with a little girl who has some global delays and difficulty walking, because she is like a big sister, encouraging and directing her to keep up. We brought cars to share with the groupa, and I didn't see her at first. She was patiently waiting her turn while the other children were grabbing and pushing for a chance to get one (who could blame them?). A few days ago, I saw her carrying a trash bin of juice boxes to the dumpster with another little boy. You could tell it was a big treat for them to get to do the big grown-up job! When the little boy tripped and dropped the juice boxes, she didn't shout, she just bent over and picked them up. She is really a child who deserves a chance to shine.
Girl, born September 2002
Mild to moderate delays, Cerebral Palsy
Update June 2013:
Frieda is also very sweet but is delayed. She is shy when you meet her but she loves lollipops and will smile for one There is video also available with her in it, for interested families. She knew the words to the lyrics to the songs they performed and also tried to dance along to the music. She does like to rock a little bit when she sits more than likely to self-soothe.
Girl, born December 2004
Mild to moderate delays
Update June 2013:
She is delayed but she tries very hard to keep up with everything. She is super, super smiley- like she could not stop smiling and giggling. She loved singing and she also loved watching everyone else dance (she did not participate). She also rocks when she sits, but again probably to self-soothe. There is video available with her in it as well.
Girl, born December 2002
Mild to moderate delays
Another lovely young lady, still waiting for her forever family.
Update June 2013:
This picture does not show off her true beauty! She loved wearing this dress as when she danced the beads went flying. She has some pretty good dancing moves! I am not sure if she knew the words to the song but her mouth moved the entire time. She also rocks when she sits and does present as delayed. She has a very sweet, shy smile.
Girl, born June 2005
Mild to moderate mental delays
This little peach is just waiting for a family of her own!
Update June 2013:
So disappointed her new picture is fuzzy. She is teeny-tiny and a very happy little girl!
Girl, born December 2004
Mild to moderate mental delays
Isn't she just the sweetest?
Update June 2013:
Coralina is also such a sweet girl! She loved the beach balls and was running around the room making sure they all stayed in one place. She is very small especially considering she is almost 9. She is in a video, available to interested families.
Girl, born July 2005
Diagnsis: mental delays, light degree tetraparesis (CP)
Miss Nadene is 7 years old and has regressed greatly in the orphanage; she came here in 2010. She has bad memory and attention. She is very shy and quiet. She needs help often but she can walk with support. She could use the love of a family to really blossom!
She is a mover! It was difficult to get her to stand still.
Girl, born February 2003
Mental delays, fetal alcohol syndrome, microcephaly, partial atrophy of optic nerve, birth vitium cordis
Alys is a beautiful, sweet girl who is already 9 years old! She has significant mental delays, FAS, microcephaly and partial atrophy of optic nerve. She could greatly benefit from a family!
Update June 2013:
She was about ready to take her nap when I saw her. She already had her hands behind her head relaxing! She does get out of her crib and her orphanage just created an outside safe space for older children who are in cribs.
Married couples only. Larger families and older parents welcome.
Boy, born September 2006
Mental delays, dysontogenetic cardiopathy, convergent squint, umbilical hernia.
Braden lived with his mother until her death before entering the orphanage last year (2011). You can tell he was LOVED and taken care for. He is doing quite well compared to many of the other children which is attributed to being in a family versus institution. Who knows how much he could improve with the love of a family! He also has a caregiver he has attached to.
He is a mobile child and very active. He tries to walk himself. He understand what most people are talking about but he can't talk in sentences. He can pronounce some words. He can't service himself, need assistance to eat. He tries to hold a spoon in his hands. He recognizes his caregivers and can follow simple instructions. These are all GOOD things!
Update June 2013:
Braden is a very sweet little guy. He is very controlled in his movement and behavior. He understands what you say to him and he responds to directions. He comes highly recommended for adoption by his orphanage as they have seen much progress and potential for him.
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Girl, Born January 1999
Down syndrome
Dixie is going to make a WONDERFUL daughter! She is SO smart, helpful, kind, sociable….she needs a chance to live her life outside of an orphanage. Her speech is very delayed, but she has computer skills and loves to browse through books. She is active outside and enjoys sports and playing. She is a "lttle mommy", and enjoys helping other children whose needs are greater than hers. Dixie goes to a special needs school where she is in 7th grade. She does have glasses, but she doesn't like wearing them….sound familiar?
Dixie is describe as a "keen-witted young lady". I LOVE that they see her as the 13 year old she is, and not as a child.
Update 2013: Dixie enjoys watching cartoons and TV broadcasts about the animals. She absolutely loves leafing books and encyclopedias about the animals. Very accurately paints in her work-sheets and also painting books. Girl likes going shopping, attending cinema and going to city. She also loves long walks in the city
Dixie can be adopted by older parents, larger families, and single moms. Families should have experience with international adoption. Full medical and social history available.
Girl, born October 2007
Birth anomaly brain development, microcephaly with tetraparesis, convulsive syndrome. Mental delays. Convergent squint. Partial optic atrophy. Umbilical hernia.
Oh sweet Vera! She is only 4 years old and has been in this orphanage since spring. She spends much of her day in the crib and she needs stimulation!! She is living on borrowed time. She has tremendous potential for improvement if only she is given the chance. She will require medical attention and families should expect at the very least physical therapy.
Update June 2013:
Vera is doing well! She looks good — but she still spends too much time in her crib.
Vera needs a family!
Girl, born March 2004
Diagnoses: deep mental delay. Cerebral paralysis- double spastic form, microcephaly. Strabismus, divergent squint, and Optic atrophy. First degree anemia.
Sweet little Shayla could tremendously use a family and medical attention to help her thrive. She has already been living in this orphanage for 3 years and risks soon having to be transferred to a place where adoption will be next to impossible.
Her speech is not well developed, she holds toys in her hands for brief periods of time (but she sure does love to hold stuffed animals!), she has a reaction when you say her name but she is not able to communicate back but she smiles. She walks with support- can"t walk independently. Children in this orphanage need families! They do not receive enough interaction/therapy to help them thrive. They are seen as hopeless but we know that is not true!
Update June 2013:
This is not a great picture [on the right] but she would NOT sit still. She was wanting to move!! She thought it was so funny and would not stop laughing and rocking back and forth about the camera. The nannys also were laughing with her- her laugh and happiness is very infectious.
Girl, born Aug. 1999
Diagnoses: arthrogryposis; mental delay
Aubree is very active, easy-going, and friendly. Currently, she lives in a special school-orphanage.
From one of our adoptive families who visited with her in August 2012: She truly is a ray of sunshine! She comes out to greet us in her wheelchair (she has good upper body strength, her legs are fixed straight out in front of her and are tiny. She doesn't appear to have AMC in her upper limbs at all. She is extremely friendly and happy, she enjoys singing and dances in her wheelchair. She can also use her upper body strength to scoot around the floor. I am so excited that she is available because I know she will be a wonderful daughter if just given a chance. This girl just exudes love and happiness! The orphanage does provide the children with an education, and even music instruction. We were able to see Aubree perform in a concert that the children gave for their visitors (they have help from humanitarian groups that come in to work on the building and work with the children). If anyone asks about her, I would love to talk with them more about the orphanage and the children there. They have my heart!
Update June 2013:
Aubree is a happy, loving, and well-adjusted little girl. She is popular in her groupa and loves to talk to people and attend the Montessori program at her orphanage. That being said, she is a child you don't want to turn your back to. She can be very aggressive, and bites, pinches, and hits you when she wants attention or is jealous. She is also very dominant and wants to have your attention at all times, which is difficult when there are other children in the room. While she is very smart, I believe she has some mental delay, though how much of this is due to being raised in an orphanage environment is unclear. She was thrilled when I told her a lot of people loved her and were praying for her, and in the right family she would do very well. It would be best if she were the youngest or only child in a family in my opinion, so she can have all the attention she deserves.
Boy, born October 1999
Down syndrome, significant mental delays
This handsome young man has waited a long time for a family of his own!
Update June 2013:
Collier is a sweet little guy who just wants to be loved. He looks like he's about 2 or 3, despite being almost 14 years old. He always keeps trying to find food, and is somewhat of a bottomless pit – I fed him lunch and a candy bar and he was still trying to take food from the other children. He attaches to you very quickly. He would not let go of me when I was in the room and was always trying to go outside on walks. When I picked him up, he would always giggle and smile. Collier would be a most precious son.
Girl, born January 2005
Anophthalmos (absence of eyes)
What a sweet little girl! She is walking independently.
Married couples only, large families welcome!
Update June 2013:
Don't let Cambria's pictures fool you. She is happy and full of life. Usually, she is stuck in bed for her own safety, as the nannies are afraid she could fall or run into something and hurt herself. When I took her out, she was able to walk, run, and dance to the music playing on the TV in the room. She loves dancing! She started laughing when I clapped my hands in front of her face and when I sneezed. She is an absolutely angelic little girl. While I do believe she has some institutional autism, she would be a joy in any family, and with love and proper care will thrive.
Girl, born May 2008
Microcephaly; Coloboma of optic disc; Hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung; Ventricular septal defect; Convergent concomitant strabismus; Mixed specific developmental disorders
"Kellen" has been renamed — this is actually a GIRL! Let's find this little love a family
Kellsey is in a region that typically waives the 10 day wait after court. Updated picture on left from summer 2013 – she looks great!
*** This child has significant facial features of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome). This is a cautionary disclosure to better prepare our potential adoptive families. Families considering this child should research the challenges that can come with this condition. You can learn more about FAS here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fetal_alcohol_syndrome and post to our Facebook group to ask other adoptive parents about the challenges and blessings of children with FAS. ***
Boy, born December 2008
Down syndrome, heart defect (acleistocardia)
Oh my, what a cutie! Love his fuzzy hair!
Quentin has Down syndrome, but is otherwise healthy!
From a family who met Quentin in 2012:
We were able to meet him when we visited our son's first foster home. The foster home is wonderful and the children are very well cared for and LOVED!! I was told that he has made great progress since a new caregiver arrived from the states. She absolutely adores him and was trying to hold back tears as she thanked me for coming and trying to find a family for him. The past few months he has begun seeking out attention of her, interacting more with the other children, taking more interest in toys and pulling up to a standing position. He loves being held and is adorable.
Video and additional pictures available for potential families.
UPDATE spring 2013:
Last time I saw Quentin was in early March and he was doing GREAT! I am so proud of his progress over the past year and a half. Not only is he walking steadily, but also making progress figuring out and doing things on his own, for example, climbing up the stairs to the slide and sliding down, stacking up chairs and stools to get in and out of his bed on his own. In the past the only noises he would make was to cry when he was sad or mad (which is rarely) but last time I saw him he was making noises like baby talk which to me was a good sign that he is wanting to try and talk/communicate…imitating noises, etc. He is also more and more affectionate and loving…coming up behind you to steal hugs and kisses.
He's a treasure, and I can't WAIT for some family to find him and take him home! He is SO smart and SO ready to have a family of his own!
Girl, born February 2001
Diagnosis: severe grade of the mental delay, hydrocephalus, fibrosis of hyaloid, secondary glaucoma, exfoliation/detachment of retina, congenital defect of the heart partition
Angela is very small for her age. She needs a family!
Update June 2013:
She is so sweet. She is blind, but follows with her head your voice and she smiles very big when you talk to her! She has such potential but is in a bed!!
Boy, born March 2003
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Ohhh, bright sun!
This handsome little guy has eyes that cross, so an opthamologist visit will be in order when he gets home. He's looks pretty small for his age! Doesn't he look like he needs a Mama to scoop him up & snuggle?
Dylan can be adopted with COLLIER!
Update June 2013:
Dylan is an energetic, smart, and goofy little boy. Physically, he looks about 5 or 6 years old, but has the attitude of a teenager. He can be extremely aggressive – he shoved other children out of the way when I was holding them to try and get to me and hits other children. I can't tell you how many times he headbutted me in the face. But he can also be very loving – one of the other missionaries was crying and he just sat in her lap and hugged her until she stopped. Dylan is also very smart. When he wanted to go outside, I told him he had to have shoes on…I didn't expect him to go bring his shoes to me! He also has an extensive vocabulary and loves his Montessori classes at the orphanage.
Boy, born September 2004
Cerebral paulsy, spastic diplegia, mental delay, epileptic syndrome, crossed eyes.
Look at the bright smile on this handsome boy! Kristopher has cerebral palsy and is cross-eyed, but would do so well in a family of his own!
Update from someone who met him in summer 2013:
Kristopher is one of those wise old souls. He is very intelligent and loves it when adults come and visit him. He's also quite the charmer – the head of Child Services for the region was so charmed with him she gave him a life-sized stuffed crocodile for a present! Kristopher loves his classes at the orphanage and always strives to please the teacher, and he has many friends. He also loves music – one of the other missionaries let him play with her harmonica the first day and every day after that he asked for "the thing that blows". He has some strabismus and gets around well in his wheelchair. The director would love for a family to adopt him, and she says he would do well.
Kristopher can be adopted with Collier, Dylan, Cambria, Aubree, and Tatumn. He and Collier are in the same groupa.
Boy, born January 2007
Down syndrome
Because Teagan has Down syndrome, his physical development, intelligence and mental development developed slowly and was delayed compared to kids of similar age obviously, especially motion and flexibility of his limbs were slightly poorer. In recent years, with the efforts of this institute and foster parents, he can stand by holding onto objects, walk slowly. Now according to his growth foster parents offered him speech rehabilitative and limb training every day.
Teagan is shy, has a ready smile, likes to listen to music very much. When music plays all of his attention is attracted. When being glad he will swing his body following the musical rhythms. He likes to play toys very much, in particular toy cars are his favorite toys. We hope that he who is shy could become more and more active.
Teagan can sit, can understand simple language. His life is regular, has 3 meals per day, has dinners and goes to bed on time. Every day he tells stories, plays games and has outdoor activity under the guide of the foster parents.
Full social history and medical records available. Single moms permitted, only one parent has to travel.
Boy, Born March 2008
Significant mental delays
What a CUTIE! Presley is a sweet boy with blonde hair and bright blue eyes. He is a very happy and affectionate child.
From his medical records: leukemia, delay of psychological and motor development, skull deformation (almost flat on the back), congenital isotropy of both eyes (crossed eyes)
Presley will benefit so greatly from having a loving family! More photos available.
Updated Nov 2013:
He is a very sweet child. Seemed to listen to instructions well. Participated in group activities (like dance and singing). Longing for attention, affection, and stimulation. He does not currently have leukemia; but he has mental delays, and his head is very flat.
The back of his head is very flat,
Isabelle #2-2
Girl, Born February 2002
Down syndrome
From her medical records: The child is in a very good general condition. Elementary thinking processes are observed. She can't speak but pronounces sounds and combinations of sounds: ba-ba, etc. that are completely random. She knows her name and reacts when called. She carries out elementary orders. She is not oriented for place and time. Her attention is unstable, her memory is mechanic.
In emotional aspect the child is calm, merry and playful. She enjoys the attention that she is paid and actively seeks it. She easily enters into interaction with the children and the adults in the orphanage. She has friends among the children and prefers to play with them. She reacts actively in musical classes – makes rhythmical movements, but almost doesn't play with toys and prefers to put them in her mouth or toss them.
The child walks independently and carries out the orders of the physical therapist – crouches, stands up. She already eats by herself. She doesn't signal about her physiological needs and is taken care of entirely by the personnel of the orphanage.
The child is being taught to put her clothes on and take them off on her own. The training for gaining life skills continues.
Single moms and large families welcome, easy travel!
Girl, Born March 24, 2003
Alisha was born with Penn-Sjogren Syndrome. We do not have any other info indicating why she may be cognitively and physically delayed. She has cognitive delays, and a divergent squint.
Update 2012:
Little Miss Alisha's eyesight has regressed significantly. She needs a family!
She can't move by herself but she tries to sit. Her speech is not developed. Mental processes are not formed. Ideation is not developed. Alisha is friendly and quiet. Her emotional world is poor. She needs care constantly.
Update June 2013:
Look how good she looks! When I saw her she was sitting on the floor with another child, and she reached out and tugged on my pant leg almost like "look at me!" I said her name, and she gave me a big grin.
Chrystyna is a beautiful, brown haired, brown eyed girl who deserves a chance at a better life! Her official orphanage papers say she has developmental delays/difficulties from birth, but nothing more specific than that. It is possible she has FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome). Her biological mother was deprived her parental rights in December 2004, and the biological father is not known. Chrystyna has so much potential, and will be a precious gift to any family who adopts her.
Chrystyna is already living in an institution, so we need a family for her right away!
Chrystyna does have a sister, Karen. Karen does not have any diagnosed special needs. If you are interested in adopting both girls, you can do so, or Chrystyna is free to be adopted separately. Please inquire!
UPDATE: God has been watching Chrystyna. She was recently transferred out of the institution into a wonderful facility, where they teach these children, work with them, and they appear very well cared for. The difference in the few girls who were transferred OUT of the institution is incredible! Please give these girls a second chance for a loving family!
If you are unfamiliar with FAS, please spend some time researching this condition. Just as with Down syndrome, FAS and FAE have a wide variation of effects on each child, both medically, physically, and cognitively. This is typically dependent on how long during the pregnancy the mother consumed alcohol, and of course, how much. There is no way to know this ahead of time.
From a family who met her, Sept 2012:
She is getting settled into her new environment. She seems to be very comfortable in her groupa. She is very beautiful and still has a lot of potential. She deserves a chance!
From someone who met her, June 2013:
During the music performance, she was constantly stimming really fast (like it looks like she is being fast forwarded) and after they finished she was taken out by a nanny. Not sure what is going on with her; If interested families want to see the videos they are welcome to! I know a family tried to take pictures of her last year but couldn't get a good one because she moved so much!
Boy, Born April 11, 2001
Alexey is consdered significantly delayed. He is fully mobile, and oh so handsome! But he has been given a second chance at life, saved from the mental institution and living in this well-kept school setting.
From a family who met him, Sept 2012:
Alexei is really a handsome guy and I think he knows it! He was playing ball with his groupa and is very active. When he was given a cookie from us he said thank you appropriately and made perfect eye contact. He will be a joy to any family with sons at home!
Update June 2013:
Alexey has a very big sweet tooth! He would not put down his lollipop to take a picture- when asked he told us politely "No, thank you."
UPDATE: Wendy has already been transferred
Updates and new photos will not be possible. Would any family take a leap of blind faith to save her? She will remain bedridden the rest of her short life if not.
Wendy is a beautiful girl with sandy blonde hair and blue eyes. She was born quite premature (not sure which gestational week, but it is listed as "4th stage"). She has CP and is completely blind, with congenital cataracts in both eyes, optic sub-atrophy, and microcephaly.
From her medical records: Microcephaly, tetraparesis, delayed psychomotor development due to perinatal CNS lesions. Congenital malformations of eye, cataracts, microphthalmia of both eyes.
An experienced adoptive family of institutionalized children is preferred. Married couples only. Older parents and large families welcome.
Boy, born July 2003
Little Kiril was born with microcephaly (a small head) as a result of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome). He is considered significantly delayed. He has brown hair and brown eyes, and so desperately wants to know life outside of this orphanage. He is a darling little boy, and the orphanage director would so love to find a family for him soon. He is able to stand, and can walk with help, but his speech is very delayed. With therapy and a loving family and educational opportunities, Kirill has so much potential in life!
Kiril has been transferred to a special needs school, not an institution. We have several other children waiting there who could be adopted with him.
If you are unfamiliar with FAS, please spend some time researching this condition. Just as with Down syndrome, FAS and FAE have a wide variation of effects on each child, both medically, physically, and cognitively. This is typically dependent on how long during the pregnancy the mother consumed alcohol, and of course, how much. There is no way to know this ahead of time.
UPDATE Nov 2013: He is able to walk and his movements are coordinated. He has difficulties feeding himself. He understands and obeys commands and communicates with children but is non verbal. He can make pyramids and figures out of blocks. The doctors work with him and things improve.
UPDATE Fall 2012: Kiril is making progress, he can walk independently, he tries to service himself, tries to hold a spoon and eat by himself. He doesn't speak, but tries to repeat words. He is very nice, quiet, not aggressive and very handsome, all caregivers love him.
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Nutraplanet is now fully stocked on the final run of DCP. Not only that, they are offering a discount code,
The code allowed you to buy unlimited bottles at $39.99!
DCP plus EC stack thoughts Matt?
Either way, I'm getting me some DCP. Always wanted to try it and never have, why not now and add it to Abliderate Advanced?
DCP/EC works very well.
How would you dose the combo?
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Dang it, DCP back and HEAT sells out! Will we see the combo back in stock soon? What about DCP/HEAT/Abliderate Advanced for $84.99?
Cortisol levels spike in the hours before waking so in terms of maximizing muscle preservation, fat loss acceleration with a once daily dose I suggest applying it before bed.
You could likely get away with two doses a day but I found my joints started to be sadpanda with two a day but I'm not normally a stressed dude so I don't know where my levels normally hang
He just means to have your last dose be lower. If your 3x 25/200 is ok for you and not effecting sleep I wouldn't change it. However I can not stand that dose. I do more 25/200 12.5/100 and 12.5/100.
Depending how close together your doses are you may still have a fair amount of EC in your blood and a full dose may be to much.
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Kyle Biddy, a chef at Reid's Fine Foods, makes dozens of trips into the icebox every day.
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Across town at Zippy Ice, owner Howard Mackie said everyone he meets tells him the same thing. An ice distributor gets to be pretty popular on hot days. Mackie's business jumps 30 percent to 40 percent on scorchers such as the recent heat wave.
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Can anyone recommend accommodation for up to 30 people in Sydney? I have a lot of family coming over from interstate and I have to put them up somewhere.
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Can anyone recommend accommodation for up to 30 people in Sydney? I have a lot of family coming over from interstate and I have to put them up somewhere.
Thu 12 Aug 2010 12:59PM
Hi Caleb – are you having your reception at a hotel? They will often offer special rates for wedding guests.
If not, think about your ceremony and reception locations. What places are in the area so they're not spending half the day (and lots of $$$) travelling around. Somewhere close to transport for the airport/including transport is handy too
If you contact hotels and ask them for rates for a large block of rooms, they will often offer a discounted rate.
Fri 13 Aug 2010 07:28AM
Hi Caleb,
Where about is Sydney are you getting married as I assume you will want your guests close to where you are getting married.
A great 4 star hotel is the North Sydney Harbourview Hotel in North Sydney. They have weekend rates starting from $199.00.
Something more cost affective are the Waldorf Apartments on Liverpool Street in Sydney. They are self contained units. While not glamourous, they are really cheap and practical.
Good luck!
Fri 24 Sep 2010 03:47AM
hi there
i work in a hotel (in adelaide) But its all the same – contact the hotel and ask to speak to groups or functions or reservatiosn and ask if they can offer you a special rate for 15 or 30 rooms – im pretty sure they would be happy to have your business xo good luck
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Hostess went out of her way to put us in a quiet room area for a business lunch meeting. It was perfect for the occasion. Our server knew when not to interrupt, yet still took care of us. Sensible portions. Well done! .
I had the good fortune of being the General Manager of the entire Market on Harbour Island when it opened back in 1985. I was in charge of everything, including the People Mover System, and I leased the very space in which Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi now resides. (It was once a marvelous Columbia Restaurant location.) The other night I had the delightful experience of dining in my "old stomping grounds," and Jackson's did not disappoint me in any way. The cuisine, view, service, and general ambience was everything The Market on Harbour Island was originally conceived to be. I encourage anyone visiting or living in Tampa to consider visiting Jackson's especially around sunset. Ask for a window table and the magic will unfold from there...
Great food. Great service. Great view. So good we went back the next night with friends.
I had a friend come to town and wanted to take her to a place on the water while trying to avoid the beach bar atmosphere that is Hogan's Beach or the chain atmosphere of Bahama Breeze. Jackson's was the perfect alternative w/out committing to a commute to the beach. The fact that they offer sushi as well as an extensive menu made our decision easy of what to eat.
I surprised my husband for father's day by taking him to brunch at Jacksons. The buffet was even more impressive than I imagined! Oysters on the half-shell, eggs benedict, omelet station, endless sushi and smoked fish, and an AMAZING dessert station. We sat outside, and the breeze was perfect. My husband and I are already planning a return visit.
Jackson's is our favorite go to spot for any occasion. We've lived in Tampa for 2 years and it's our favorite restuarant. It is a perfect place to go if you just want a drink and a quick little bite or if you want to celebrate a special event. Everything on the menu is delicious. The staff is always welcoming and will do thier best to accomodate any request. This is a must go if you're in Tampa for any length of time :)
Enjoyed a wonderful brunch on Father's Day! Delicious food! Always love being able to sit outside on the water. We bring my one year old son with no problems.
We had a delightful table on the window (in the AC) overlooking the Hillsborough river near Tampa Bay. Service was excellent and my Tempura Lobster Sushi Roll with Eel sauce was delicious! We went at lunchtime and will definitely go back for dinner!
This was a great place for dinner before a show at the Straz. The sushi was fresh and delicious, well presented. Wine parings went well. Entree options seemed endless and the specials sounded wonderful. The tenderloin was so easy to cut and flavorful. Sea scallops and snapper were complimented by a goat cheese and sundried tomatoe rissotto. Finish it of with chocolate passion cake and creme brulee. I can't wait to go back to try something else.
It was our first time going to Jackson's and it was pretty good. We had nice service. The view was okay. The best calamari and clam chowder :) My husband and I will be back.
I have been to Jackson's many times and have never been disappointed. I've brought friends, family, coworkers, and even my special someone here and have never been disappointed.
We had a wonderful dining experience. The staff was knowledgeable and very professional. The food was excellent. What a great view when seated outside.
Love this place for family gatherings, beautiful scenery outdoors . Relaxing while the boats go by and the water is calming, makes for good time with family and friends
The Sunday Brunch was awesome. Great selection, well stocked. Service was terrific. We'll go again and again.
My wife and 6-yr old went to their Sunday Brunch ... and even though both are picky eaters - they LOVED it!! Made to order omelets, roast beef, pork station, shrimp, salads, pasta and pastries galore.
Ask for Nicole, she was very informative with the Sushi selection. Will be coming back on my next visit to Tampa!
I always have a fabulous time at Jacksons. The music choices in the bar/dance area could have ben a little better. We were there with another couple in our sixties and the music was definitely geared to a younger crowd. Rap music and continuous fast dances gets old after about the 20th song. Whatever happened to an occasional song to slow dance to. You would have many more people dancing. Maybe throw a few 60's songs in there. The DJ saw hardly anyone was dancing to his selections, but he kept on playing the same type of songs and guess what no one still got up to dance. He saw it was an older crowd but made no adjustment? Oh well!
Beautiful scenery. The food was alright. Overall it was good. Really elegant place.
This was the first time my family and I had ever been to Jacksons and we were amazed from the time we walked in to the time we got our parking validated. Unbelievably good food at a great price for the location. We sat outside under a beautiful pergola with curtains and a fan right in front of the bay. I normally don't like to eat outside but its beauty called me out. Our waitress was unbelievably nice, food was brought out quicker than we expected and non stop refills before our cups were even halfway empty. Please try the salted caramel gelato....AMAZEBALLS!!!!! LOL... we will definitely be returning here again.
We've been here a number of times and enjoy it every time. I was surprised it wasn't as busy as I expected, although Father's Day was the last occasion I was at Jackson's and they were booked solid. Sat inside this time to accommodate heat concerns for one of the guests in our party, but it was quite comfortable outside despite it being noon on a bright, sunny July day. The food was delicious as always and I had a full cup of coffee and folded napkin every time I returned to the table. I'll just keep coming back! Love this place!
Service could have been better but food was delicious.
Visting family and friends loved the restaurant and night club!
Took clients for lunch as I know that the view can't be beat and the food is reliably fresh, well prepared and varied. Everyone loved their soups--clam chowder, lobster bisque, onion soup, entree salads and chicken pannini while I enjoyed the tuna tartare, a personal favorite. Didn't have any sushi this time but I know that it is terrific. Wish I could have indulged in the wine list but, hey, it was lunch and had to go back to work!!!
The atmosphere was great! Beautiful sunset at an outside table overlooking the river.... Food and service were excellent!!! I would DEFINITELY recommend.
Took my GF here for our 1-year anniversary and the food and service was nothing short of spectacular! Thank you for the fantastic dining experience. We won't ever forget it :)
For our 43rd wedding anniversary I searched where we could eat seafood with a water view. I had the scallops/red snapper meal with red curry--simply amazing flavors! My husband had the grouper stack which he also thoroughly enjoyed. Our waitress, Michelle, highly recommended the spinach side--we both say it was the best spinach we have ever had! We each had the chef's suggested wine for our meals and felt they went very well. Staff was very attentive and service was prompt. We sat outside on the balcony with a nice evening breeze. Highly recommend!
The view of the bay is great, especially at sunset. The sushi was good but the desserts where outstanding. I had the key-lime pie and it was the best key-lime pie I have had in a long time! My only complaint was that the outside seating could be more comfortable. Put a cushion on those chairs!
I would definitely come again. The main reason was our waiter. Great attitude, funny and never kept us waiting for long.
This was our first time in Tampa and we looked up all restaurants online and chose to go to Jacksons Bistro. We were surprising my boyfriends mother because she hasn't gone to Tampa either. We were all very pleased with our meal. Our server was great. He joined us in conversation and told us about Tampa Bay. The only thing was we were so engaged in conversation that he forgot to bring out our bread. Other than that... Everything was great!
We dined here on a rainy evening, so nice to have a table added under the eves for us to dine outside. Fun, terrific waiter, but since your restaurant filled quickly, each course was a 30 yo 40 minute wait , We were starving in between each course!!! But we still enjoyed our food & will return next time in town yo visit !
Great view over looking the water. Service was outstanding and food was very good!!
It was my girlfriends' and I first time at Jacksons. We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and very pleasant waiter. I would not hesitate to stop by when I am in the arena/convention center area of Tampa. Moderately priced wine list also.
We dined here for our anniversary on a vacation to Tampa and were VERY impressed with the food, the service, everything about the experience. Sitting right on the bay, it was a wonderful evening of great food. The coconut shrimp appetizer had a great dipping sauce. The scallops were grilled to perfection and the porterhouse was incredibly tender. Cheesecake and key lime pie with coffee were the perfect conclusion.
We had an excellent dining experience at Jackson's. Great brunch choices. Would recommend additional omelet maker/station. Wonderful service and atmosphere.
This was our first time to Jackson's and we were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday. I chose the brunch buffet because of the variety of food to please all the guests. They were accommodating when I had to change the size of the party at the last minute (from 4 to 13). When we arrived, we waited about 15 minutes for our tables to become available (we ended up with 9 people-including three kids). The food was GREAT and service was ok. Fairly busy and noisy for the time of day. Liked the buffet being in a different area from the seating, but getting in and out of the room was awkward sometimes. We will come back
Good food, great ambiance and superb service. Extensive wine list reasonably priced. Worth a visit
I've been to Jackson's several times, Brunch on Sunday is a favorite. I go every now and then. will continue to do so.
I could see this restuarant from my hotel balcony, so ventured over. Was met with courtesy, my request for a table with better view was met quickly, good service and delicious food. Some places you get that "look down the nose" attitude if you want appetizers rather than entree...not here! Appetizers were perfect..and very healthy size wise as well. Prices reasonable. Was able to sit and watch sunset and enjoy a dinner which was "just right". They also have wine flights....great way to sample new wines.
Another great visit for us. Had the Sunday brunch, eggs benedict could use a bit more sauce (but I like lots of sauce), the roast beef was super, it was a bit crowded this time but our server took good care of us. Looking forward to our return visit Thanks Jacksons
Solid foo, good service, great location on the water
Menu has a wide variety and every dish is excellent! Love their sushi menu as well. The patio setting on the bay is a plus as well.
Sat outside to enjoy the weather along with a great meal. Crab raviolli, scallops with lobster risotto, grouper stack and steak were all wonderful. Best key lime pie and creme brulee around!
Jackson's is very convenient to downtown area, has easy parking onsite, and has abundant seating (and group seating). Especially for lunch. Food quality is good for a business lunch, and servers always do a great job without being too disruptive (which is beneficial for business). Heather did a great job accommodation our late arrival.
This was our first trip to Jackson's Bistro and it won't be our last. Met friends from Europe, who are visiting the states, for lunch. Shared two bottles of excellent wine and a delicious lunch. The service was impeccable. The weather cooperated so we were able to enjoy the outdoor dining room and we were not rushed through. Parking was close and free for the first two hours with validation and only $1 for each hour after that. This was a truly enjoyable experience.
We're not locals, and have only been to Jackson's twice separated by thirteen years and both visits were exceptional. First, a thirtieth anniversary surprise dinner for twenty and secondly, a reunion with long missed friends (20 years). In the interim, Jackson's hasn't changed. We won't let another thirteen years pass before we return.
Did Sunday Brunch, it was wonderful, service really nice and it was a nice place to catch up with friend! Thanks!!!
Food may have been rated five star if more time and care was taken in the presentation of the sushi.
We ate out on the terrace and the restaurant was everything we were told it was. The best part of our experience was our waiter Nevyl. His recommendations were right on the mark and we loved everything he suggested. The food was fresh and well prepared. We never felt rushed or pressured. He was very personable and considerate. The terrace was a great spot. We could see the people walking by yet out tale felt private. We will definitely return.
Sat outside..enjoyed the sushi rolls, libsrer bisque and seaffod pasta. Was rushing to a hockey game so couldn't stay for dessert. Thus is one of my favorite places and we weren't disappointed
Jackson's is always great. Location, location, location!! Friendly service.


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BANGALORE, INDIA: The GSM Association, a global trade group for mobile industry consisting of about 750 mobile operators, has welcomed the Indian Defence Ministry's move to release 45 MHz of wireless radio spectrum. The move will serve to accelerate the development of the Indian telecom market, and speed up India's march towards mobile broadband for all its consumers, the trade group said.
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Quoting Bharti numbers, which serves 100 million customers with 11 MHz, Rajaraman said the availability of more 2G spectrum goes a long way towards addressing that critical need.
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"There is much to be optimistic about, and if the newly available spectrum bands are managed carefully according to international standards, it sets in place a system of continuity which will be welcome news to the Indian operators."
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In Rajaraman's view the phased approach is understandable given the complexities of the Indian military having to vacate a sizable chunk of spectrum. "However, we don't believe this will slow down 3G service roll out to consumers in the short term."
He added that this is because the simultaneous availability of 2G spectrum has allayed the concerns of operators and consumers alike that precious 3G spectrum will be used to offload congested 2G voice instead of being used for data services and mobile broadband.
As a long-term strategy, the government must keep in mind that with increased data usage and ever more subscribers using mobile broadband, there is a need to identify and set aside additional spectrum in advance for 3G services.
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The GSM Association has recently demanded speeding up of the 3G auction. According to the recently published McKinsey report the delay has resulted in a $16 billion loss to the economy.
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O'Bryant SE, Xiao G, Barber R, Huebinger R, Wilhelmsen K, Edwards M, Graff-Radford N, Doody R, Diaz-Arrastia R, Texas Alzheimer's Research & Care Consortium, Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative. A blood-based screening tool for Alzheimer's disease that spans serum and plasma: findings from TARC and ADNI. PLoS One. 2011;6(12):e28092. PubMed Abstract
Still, I think even now there are major challenges to find markers that will hold up in multiple studies across different centers and become clinical tools. It took maybe 10 years to achieve clinical utility with CSF Aβ and tau ELISAs, and I think it will take as long with any other protein-based assay (one at a time).
The main problem is that protein measurements are extremely difficult to standardize, and multiplex assays are notoriously inexact. Major problems with current assays are that the reagents (antibodies, standards) are "research use only" and not clinical grade. They may, therefore, change from batch to batch, leading to variations in sensitivity and absolute concentrations for a given protein. Another, more trivial problem is that assays (e.g., ELISAs, Luminex) from different manufacturers may detect different isoforms of the same protein, active versus pre-proteins, or post-translationally modified proteins versus unmodified, leading sometimes to completely opposite results between groups.
I think we are at a similar stage in this field as genetics was with SNP studies 10 years ago. Geneticists produced lists of more than 100 genes with linkage to AD, of which most did not hold up in the much larger GWAS. This showed that sample size is key. However, even if thousands of blood samples will be analyzed, we will still have the problem that the protein assays and sample collection are not standardized.
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