Category Archives: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN

Request Password for “Protected” Posts

March 2018 by waitingchildinfo

* * * TO REQUEST A PASSWORD please answer the following questions: PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS ENTERED CORRECTLY BEFORE SUBMITTING. If you don’t have a reply from this web site within 24 hours you may have provided an incorrect email address. * * * Click HERE for basic program info about adopting from Bulgaria Click HERE for basic program info […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, BULGARIA PROGRAM, POLAND PROGRAM, Sibling Set, TAIWAN PROGRAM, UGANDA PROGRAM

Orphan Hosting from Taiwan in Tennessee

February 2018 by waitingchildinfo

CHILDREN FROM TAIWAN WILL SOON BE COMING TO AMERICA FOR HOSTING: All host families MUST live within 30-45 minutes of Nashville, Tennessee. The children will be in America from July 16-31, 2018. All children are paper-ready for international adoption and able to be adopted by eligible families. Host-advocate families don’t need to meet Taiwan’s adoption eligibility guidelines. Families who hope to adopt DO need to meet Taiwan’s adoption eligibility guidelines. Children will be between 5-12 years old. Fees could be […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, TAIWAN PROGRAM • Tags: Hosting, Orphan, Taiwan

International Waiting Family Checklist

February 2017 by waitingchildinfo

If you’re NOT currently working with a Placing agency and would like to be contacted about waiting children outside of the USA, please complete the following: BEFORE HITTING SUBMIT PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK THAT YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS CORRECT!!! Click HERE for China’s Eligibility Requirements.

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Protected: Children in Bulgaria

September 2016 by waitingchildinfo

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Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, BULGARIA PROGRAM • Tags: TAIWAN PROGRAM

Protected: Children in Taiwan

September 2016 by waitingchildinfo

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Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, TAIWAN PROGRAM

Zeke

March 2016 by waitingchildinfo

Zeke was born in March 2016 and was found abandoned when he was around 2 months old. He has been diagnosed with a growth and motor development delay. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Zele’s adoption file was completed when he was 14 months old. At that time he was receiving rehabilitation training to stretch his hands and feet, help his joints and practice sitting and standing. Although his language ability at that time was weak, he could make early sounds […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, High Muscular Tension, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Duke

June 2015 by waitingchildinfo

Duke was born in June 2015 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with delayed development. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Duke is said to be quiet and needs time to become familiar with others and communicate with them. He can imitate words, but can’t pronounce them clearly, is described as weak in language communication but shows more reaction to body contact. He hasn’t started toilet training yet. He’s described as active and sometimes stubborn, and he likes […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Zeno

March 2015 by waitingchildinfo

Zeno was born in March 2015 and found abandoned when he was a newborn. He has been diagnosed with intelligence developmental delay. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Zeno was 2 years old when his adoption report was written and living in foster care. He was in good physical condition and could run and jump. He was fairly shy around strangers but played freely at home. His language and sensory abilities were delayed but he could understand what was said to […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Otis

September 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Otis was born in September 2014 and found abandoned when he was 2 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative adrenal tumor. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD After Otis had surgery to remove a tumor in November 2014 he received rehabilitation training such as massage, exercises, straight kneeling and crawling. His adoption report was completed when he was 20 months old and at that time he was able to crawl for 5 meters alone, kneel on a mat, and […]

Categories: Adrenal Tumor, AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Matthew

June 2014 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Matthew was born in June 2014 and found abandoned when he was around 16 months old. According to his adoption report, he has been diagnosed with cryptorchidism (undescended testicles) and an unspecified chromosomal disease. Don’t miss the April 2017 update below!!! AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Matthew’s adoption report was completed when he was 28 months old. At that time the said he had a good appetite, was […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Cryptorchidism, Delays, Down Syndrome, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Undescended Testicles

Hattie

February 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Hattie was born February 2014 and found abandoned when she was around a month old. She has been diagnosed with a facial deformity and congenital deafness. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When she was 1-5 months old Hattie was fed milk slowly due to her facial deformity. She cried a lot at night and her nanny often cuddled her. By 4 months old her physical development had improved. Between 6-10 months she was described as lovely and had rich facial […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Deaf, Girls, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Howie

February 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Howie was born in February 2014 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital anorectal malformation, post-operative colovesical fistula and tethered cord syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Howie’s adoption report was written in May 2017 and at that time he was described as shy and quiet boy with a soft voice. Staff said he liked playing with toys and interacting with adults. Due to his health concerns he spent a lot of time in […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Anal Atresia, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Tethered Cord

Hope

January 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Hope was born in January 2014 and found abandoned when she was 5 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and congenital heart disease (ASD) which hasn’t required treatment. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Hope entered her orphanage she was said to be fairly well behaved and only cried when she was hungry or tired. At the time of her report she was 21 months old and could understand many words but wasn’t […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Down Syndrome, Girls, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

April

December 2013 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** April was born in December 2013 and found abandoned as a newborn. She has been diagnosed with deformity of four limbs, genetic bone disease and moderate aortic valve stenosis. A US physician in SLC who has reviewed her information has suggested Robinow Syndrome, but that wouldn’t be confirmed until after she has been adopted. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When April first entered her institute she cried […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Dwarfism, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, Limb Difference, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Macy

November 2013 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Macy was born in November 2013 and has been diagnosed with developmental delays. Don’t miss her January 2016 update below! AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Macy was abandoned near the gate of an orphanage when she was around 10 months old. During her time living in the orphanage she received delicate care and grew happily. At the age of 1 year she could lift her head while lying on […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Ruby

November 2013 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Ruby was born in November 2013 and found abandoned with pneumonia when she was around 6 months old. She’s been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and Absence of Right Ear. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Ruby was around 16 months old she was sent to the Infant Program to receive early education. When lying on a cushion she liked to reach out her hands to […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Ear Malformation, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Sheldon

October 2013 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Sheldon was born in October 2013 and has been diagnosed with extrophy of his bladder. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Volunteers in the orphanage report that he is very smart and has no intellectual or physical disabilities. He’s a little shy with strangers, likes cartoons, musical toys, singing and dancing, and being cuddled. Sheldon had surgery to correct extrophy of his bladder, and currently needs […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Ambiguous Genitalia, Bladder Exstrophy, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Nashville

April 2013 by waitingchildinfo

Nashville was born in April 2013 and found abandoned when he was around 6 months old and a birth note was with him indicating his age. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. AGENCY SPECIFIC PARTNERSHIP CHILD To make a donation towards Nashville’s RR account please click HERE. At the time his report was written Nashville was 3.5 years old. He could walk, go up and down stairs alone and follow instructions from a care giver. His hands could move freely and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Down Syndrome, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Evan

March 2013 by waitingchildinfo

Evan was born in March 2013 and abandoned under a tree. When he was brought to the hospital they gave him a preliminary diagnosis of malformation of all four limbs. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Evan’s report completed March 2014 states that as a result of his malformation of both wrists his hands are not very nimble. He can grab things but cannot hold them securely. He’s able to sit but not crawl or walk. Although he may not react to noises […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Arthrogryposis, Boys, Limb Difference, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Portia

February 2013 by waitingchildinfo

Portia was born in February 2013 and her file indicates Congenital Cleft Palate, Post-Operative Congenital Cleft Lip, Mild Congenital Heart Disease (PFO) and HBV carrier. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Portia was found near the back door of her orphanage in March of 2013 and taken to the local hospital for examination. At the time of her adoption report she was 6 months old. They described her as having big eyes and a ready smile, very adorable, good temper, does not like to scream […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, Girls, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Paisley

February 2013 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Paisley was born in February 2013 and found abandoned as a newborn. She has been diagnosed with deformities affecting her fingers and toes, and a cleft palate. I recommend that families who consider Paisley also be open to a syndrome, such as Apert Syndrome, in addition to her listed special needs. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD According to her adoption report, at the age of two months she […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Apert Syndrome, Cleft Palate, GRANT AVAILABLE, Limb Difference, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Amabella

February 2013 by waitingchildinfo

PASSWORD TO VIEW POST AND VIDEO: waiting Amabella was born in February 2013 and found abandoned when she was around 6 months old. She has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and mild motion development delay (her foster family and volunteers who met her have said they feel her intelligence is normal.) *** $1,500 grant available *** AGENCY SPECIFIC PARTNERSHIP CHILD In May 2015 Amabella was admitted to the hospital due to stiffness of limbs. Spinal posterior rhizotomy was made under […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Charlie

January 2013 by waitingchildinfo

Charlie was born in January 2013 and found abandoned when he was around 2 months old. He has been diagnosed with Down syndrome and congenital heart disease (PFO), but he has normal cardiac function and is otherwise healthy. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Charlie’s adoption file was completed when he was around 18 months old. He was described as being tenacious and determined. He would work at new skills until he had learned them – whether learning to balance or stealing […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Down Syndrome, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Emery

December 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Emery was born in December 2012 and found abandoned when she was almost 3 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Emery is well adapted to her daily routine in the orphanage. She eats three meals a day but doesn’t have a big appetite and doesn’t care for snacks or desserts. The orphanage staff make efforts to enrich her days to help her development by watching TV, listening to music, playing with toys and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Down Syndrome, Girls, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Arlo

November 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Arlo was born in November 2012 and found abandoned when he was around 3.5 months old. He has been diagnosed with congenital optic atrophy of both eyes. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD At the age of 4 months Arlo could listen to sounds carefully and responded to loud sounds. At the age of 7 months he could wave his hands and feet when happy, and he liked sucking his fingers. He could smile when being kissed or played with. At […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Blind, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Visual Impairment

Owen

October 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Owen was born in October 2012 and found abandoned when he was around 3 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease (GLENN & FONTAN), VSD, PFO and pulmonary stenosis. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Owen’s adoption report was written in May 2017 when he was 4 years old. He was said to be a good boy with bright eyes who is very cute when he smiles. He liked playing with toys that made noise and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Liam

October 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Liam was born in October 2012 and found abandoned on the day of his birth. He has been diagnosed with spinal meningocele which he received surgery for when he was less than a month old. He was also diagnosed with hydrocephalus when he was 8 months old and underwent surgery to insert a shunt. Liam has had two seizures, one in December of 2015 and another in May of 2016. He does not require any medication and has not had other seizures, but has been diagnosed […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Epilepsy, Hydrocephalus, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Quinn

September 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Quinn was born in September 2012 and found abandoned when she was around 10 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. *** $1,500 Grant Available *** AGENCY SPECIFIC PARTNERSHIP CHILD To make a donation towards Quinn’s RR account please click HERE. Agency staff met Quinn in November 2017 and said she responded to voices and her name, followed moving objects with her eyes and searched for dropped objects. In addition to having a few words she […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Elvis

September 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Elvis was born in September 2012 and found abandoned when he was about a year old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Elvis’s adoption report was completed when he was almost 2.5 years old. At that time he was attending an early education class 5 days per week and was receiving excellent care in his institute. He was said to be fond of smiling and had a strong ability to imitate. He could […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Down Syndrome, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Magnolia

July 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Magnolia was born in July 2012 and found abandoned when she was around 13 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and post-operative congenital heart disease (VSD). A color ultrasound of her heart is available with her adoption file. AGENCY SPECIFIC PARTNERSHIP CHILD To make a donation towards Magnolia’s RR account please click HERE. Agency staff met Magnolia in November 2017 and said she responded to voices, could follow moving objects with her eyes, searched for dropped objects, can build a […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Archer

July 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Archer was born in July 2012 and found abandoned when he was about a month old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD An advocacy team met Archer in November 2016 and said he is a sweet, busy boy who is curious and lets everyone know exactly what he wants. He likes to play with toys and really laughed at the team’s soft frog toy. He was able to transfer a toy hand to hand. Archer delighted in […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Down Syndrome, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Junior

June 2012 by waitingchildinfo

$5,000 GRANT AVAILABLE FOR A FAMILY WITH COMPLETED HOME STUDY (must apply by June 1, 2018) Junior was born in December 2012 and found abandoned as a newborn. His medical report gives a diagnosis of short stature, mild anemia and CHD, however, an ultrasound in the last year reportedly showed no cardiac abnormality. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Junior has been described as shy but talkative, with a strong will and comprehensive ability, quickly responding to his kindergarten teachers. He […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Anemia, Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Dwarfism, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Faith

March 2012 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE *** Faith was born in March 2012 and was found abandoned shortly after. She has been diagnosed with Estropia of both eyes, Down Syndrome and Congenital Heart Disease (PDA). Doctors in China have said that her heart issue may self-heal and surgery wasn’t recommended. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Faith’s adoption file was completed in November 2015. At that time she was participating in a Little Sister’s program and was close to her teacher. She was […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jane

February 2012 by waitingchildinfo

Jane was born in February 2012 and found abandoned when she was a couple of days old. She is diagnosed with skull and limb malformations (thumbs and feet), Ametropia, cleft palate and anal atresia. She has had several surgeries to address her conditions and has recovered well. Don’t miss her April 2017 update below! AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Sweet Jane loves to throw kisses and give hugs. She is described as outgoing and active, with a positive personality! Jane likes to […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Anal Atresia, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, Limb Difference, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Rick

August 2011 by waitingchildinfo

Rick was born in August 2011 and his diagnosis is ptosis which doesn’t affect his vision and post-operation cleft lip and palate. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Rick is an independent little boy who is potty trained and has good self-help skills, including taking off his shoes and socks, eating on his own, and cleaning his face and hands after he eats. He is able to jump off the ground on two feet, walks independently, can run well, and can go up […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Ptosis, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Ethan

June 2011 by waitingchildinfo

AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Ethan was born in June 2011 and found abandoned in October of that same year with a quilt, diapers and a container of formula. When he was examined after entering his orphanage he was found to have a good mental state but had poor physical development and a rash all over his body believed to have been measles which he was successfully treated for. In February 2014 he was taken to the hospital for a […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Oliver

May 2011 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Oliver was born in May 2011 and found abandoned around his second birthday. When his adoption file was created his listed diagnosis was “microcephaly” and “old surgical scar on left lateral thigh,” however, a volunteer who knows Oliver has said that they believe he has Cerebral Palsy which mainly affects his legs although he can walk independently. She reported that he seems to be on track mentally, is […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, Microcephaly, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jason

February 2011 by waitingchildinfo

Jason was born in February 2011 and found abandoned when he was around 10 days old. He had 5-6 seizures in 2015 and is currently taking medication to control his Epilepsy. In November 2013 he was placed with a foster family and has developed well in their care. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD *** $3,000 Grant Available *** He has good speech and motor development and no other identified special needs. Jason can go up and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Epilepsy, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Franco

January 2011 by waitingchildinfo

AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Franco (aka Timothy) was born in January 2011 and found in a hotel room when he was about a month old. He has highly complex congenital heart disease and underwent surgery he was 5 months old to have a pulmonary shunt placed in order to provide better oxygenation of his blood. Franco will require multiple surgeries and possibly a transplant down the road if his condition worsens. Franco is said to be a fun-loving little […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Ryan

September 2010 by waitingchildinfo

Ryan was born in September 2010 and abandoned outside a hospital when he was about 12 months old. Shortly after coming into orphanage care, he had surgery on his back for a meningocele and also had a shunt placed to decrease the pressure in his head caused by hydrocephalus. The procedures were successful and he has recovered well. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Ryan has good bowel and bladder control. At the time of his report he was living with a foster […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Hydrocephalus, Meningocele, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Spina Bifida

Grace

June 2010 by waitingchildinfo

SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Grace was born in June 2010 and diagnosed with cleft lip, cleft palate and post-operative congenital heart disease. She was abandoned when she was ten days old and has been living in an orphanage ever since. Grace was born with a cleft lip and palate. She also had a congenital heart defect which was corrected. She does not take any cardiac medication but she sometimes pants and her lips become blue after […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, Congenital Heart Disease, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Reagan

February 2010 by waitingchildinfo

AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD $3,000 grant available! Reagan was born in February 2010 and has Down syndrome. She was abandoned as a newborn. Reagan has a big smile and is described as an active little girl. Since being placed with a foster family, she has made progress in her language, physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. Hannah is not a big talker, but she understands and responds to her teacher. She can use the bathroom, get dressed/undressed on her own, throw and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Down Syndrome, Girls, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Shay

January 2010 by waitingchildinfo

PASSWORD TO VIEW POST AND VIDEO: waiting Shay was born in January 2010 and found abandoned when she was around 4 years old. She has been diagnosed with developmental delay. *** Grant up to $2,500 available for qualifying families *** AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Shay’s adoption report was completed when she was newly 5 years old. She could go up and down stairs, hold a pen, knew big and small and understood what cold, tired and hungry […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Mason

December 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Mason was born in December 2009 and found abandoned when he was about 4 years old wrapped in a blanket with some clothes and money beside him. He has been diagnosed with delayed language development. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Mason’s adoption file was prepared when he was 5.5 years old. At that time he could call for a nanny but was unwilling (or unable) to express himself although he could understand what was said to him. He rarely argued […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Autism, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Katie

October 2009 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Katie was born in October 2009 and found abandoned when she was around 3 years old. Although her file suggests “CHD” in one spot under medical history, there is no other information about heart disease and her written report states that she has never suffered from any severe or critical disease. Her initial diagnosis upon admission into the institute was “not seen talking; deaf-mute.” AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Deaf, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Danny

July 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Danny was born in July 2009 and found abandoned at 3 years old. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. His mobility is limited due to his cerebral palsy, but he is able to move about with walking supports. A child psychologist did an IQ and developmental test on him and said he has a high IQ and is truly very bright! *** Grant up to $7,500 available *** AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Danny is described as a smart, […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Finn

June 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Finn was born in June 2009 and found abandoned when he was almost 6 years old. He was diagnosed with post-operative cleft lip and palate, and left hernia. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Finn entered an institute it was noted that he had had an unsuccessful repair of his cleft palate and the remaining hold caused poor pronunciation. He could not talk but was able to make simple sounds. In April 2015 he was sent to a special school […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, Delays, Hernia, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Francis

June 2009 by waitingchildinfo

*** $5,000 GRANT AVAILABLE *** Francis was born in June 2009 and found abandoned as a newborn. He was diagnosed with bilateral cleft lip/palate. He received two surgeries to repair his cleft lip and palate, but may need additional treatment and speech therapy. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Francis is described as honest, obedient, sensible, and helpful. He enjoys helping out the other children and his caretakers when he is able. Francis enjoys playing with other […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Knox

June 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Knox was born in June 2009 and found abandoned when he was around 4 months old. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. AGENCY SPECIFIC PARTNERSHIP CHILD When Knox was first found he had severe pneumonia and was immediately sent to the hospital. At the time his adoption report was written he was 7.5 years old. He could walk properly but his left leg is mildly deformed and he tends to veer to the right. His left hand can move freely and is flexible […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Leo

April 2009 by waitingchildinfo

*** $2,500 GRANT AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Leo was born in April 2009 and has a hemangioma (port wine stain) on his face. He also has some stiffness in his right limbs. He can run and jump but sometimes loses his balance. Leo was hosted in the US for three weeks in 2016. US doctors believe he has Sturge Weber Syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Leo is said to be a little introverted and shy, but he gets along well […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Children Hosted in US, CHINA PROGRAM, Hemangioma, Port Wine Stain, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Sturge-Weber Syndrome, SUMMER HOSTING PROGRAM

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