Category Archives: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN

Hosting From China – Winter 2020

September 2019 by waitingchildinfo

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN HOSTING! If you are a US citizen interested in hosting a child from China for two weeks in January 2020 please read through the following info and then click the link to view the eligible children. Children will fly from China to the Washington DC (Dulles) Airport with escorts from their orphanage and stay for two weeks probably sometime between January 5-20, 2020. To reduce additional travel and stress after arriving in America, host families […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Hosting, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

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

Isaac

February 2017 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Isaac was born in February 2017 and found abandoned when he was about 6 months old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and may have mild congenital heart disease. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Isaac’s adoption report was written in August 2018 and he was said to be a sunny boy with a ready smile. He liked listening to music and could wave his body along […]

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

Kasie

January 2017 by waitingchildinfo

*** Grant up to $2,500 available for qualifying families *** Kasie was born in January 2017 and found abandoned when she was around two weeks old. She was diagnosed with a high WBC count, congenital cleft lip and cleft palate, and her preliminary exam suggested she may have been premature. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Kasie’s adoption report was written when she was 9 months old. At that time she was unable to say any words and wasn’t […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Anemia, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, Delays, Epilepsy, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, Seizure, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Kam

December 2016 by waitingchildinfo

Kam was born in December 2016 and found abandoned when he was 2 months old. He has been diagnosed with epilepsy. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Kam was found he was said to have a rosy face and good spirit, but convulsions some times, and was diagnosed with epilepsy and mild anemia. He received supplements to improve his anemia and after a severe convulsion in February 2017 he was given anti-epileptic treatment. At the time of his report in […]

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

Noah

December 2016 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Noah was born in December 2016 and found abandoned when he was around 3 months old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and hydrocele. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Noah’s adoption report was completed in September 2017 and at that time he was said to have a ready smile and liked being played with by adults. He could roll over, grasp toys, track movements with his […]

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

Lydia

November 2016 by waitingchildinfo

Lydia was born in November 2016 and found abandoned when she was around 6 months old. She has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital cataracts and congenital heart disease. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD In April 2017 an ultrasound of her heart showed, “congenital heart disease, patent ductus arteriosus, left-right shunt at the arterial level. Mild aortic stenosis not excluded.” In June 2017 Lydia was sent to Beijing where she received surgery and rehabilitation for her cataracts and then returned to her institute […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Cataracts, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, GRANT AVAILABLE

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

Adella

January 2016 by waitingchildinfo

Adella was born in January 2016 and was found abandoned when she was around 8 months old. She has been diagnosed with being blind and motion development delay. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Adella entered her institute she liked to be cuddled by her caretaker and would smile when she was played with. At 10 months old she played with her hands and liked to hold things. At 13 months, due to her delayed development she began to receive […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Blind, Delays

Lee

December 2015 by waitingchildinfo

Lee was born in December 2015 and was found abandoned when he was around 5 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative fistulation of congenital anal atresia and post-operative tethered cord. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Lee received surgeries in September 2016 and January 2017, and his adoption file was completed in December 2017. He was described as a cute and pleasant boy with bright eyes. At the age of 10 months he could stand against the toy shelf […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Anal Atresia, Tethered Cord

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

Matthew

June 2014 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE *** 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!!! 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 quiet, introverted and liked music and playing with […]

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

Timmy

April 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Timmy was born in April 2014 and found abandoned when he was about a month old. He was diagnosed with undescended testicles, which he received surgery for in 2015, and a minor private issue that may or may not have been corrected already. He also has a burn scar on his wrist from an accident with boiling water. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Timmy lived with a foster family from ages 4 months to 2.5 years old and then […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Burns, CHINA PROGRAM, Hypospadias, 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

Raelynn

February 2014 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Raelynn was born in February 2014 and found abandoned when she was a few weeks old. She has been diagnosed with post-operative Congenital Heart Disease (PFO.) AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Raelynn could crawl, stand and walk by her second birthday. When she was 3.5 years old she had successful surgery in Shanghai for her congenital heart disease and recovered well. At the time her medical report was […]

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

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** 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 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 […]

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

Carson

May 2013 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Carson was born in May 2013 and found abandoned when he was around 7 months old. He has been diagnosed with motor development delay and is said to be a carrier for a private diagnosis. In November 2017 it was reported that he was taking daily medication for epileptic seizures. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Carson initially entered his institute it was noted that he had normal […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Epilepsy, 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

Emily

February 2013 by waitingchildinfo

Emily 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 Emily 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 […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, 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 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 has strong self-care ability, likes to […]

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

Sam

February 2012 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Sam was born in February 2012 and found abandoned around his third birthday. He has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD After his finding Sam was temporarily cared for outside of the orphanage and entered his institute in September 2016. Upon admission it was noted that he had fair muscle strength, poor balance when walking and difficult language communication. He could speak basic words but […]

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

Jackson

January 2012 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Jackson was born in January 2012 and found abandoned when he was around 2.5 years old. He has been diagnosed with progressive muscular dystrophy. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Upon admission Jackson had motor and language delays, but he could understand adult’s instructions and was cooperative. In August of 2014 he was sent to the hospital twice for treatment and diagnosed at that time with progressive muscular dystrophy. […]

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

Host Child: Megan

November 2011 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY ADOPTION FEES *** Megan was born in November 2011 and found abandoned when she was about one month old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. AGENCY SPECIFIC HOST PROGRAM CHILD Megan will be hosted in Tennessee the first two weeks of February 2020. If you would like to request to meet her during her visit please complete the questions below. When Megan first entered her institute she had […]

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

HOST CHILD: Harry

September 2011 by waitingchildinfo

*** $4,000 ADOPTION GRANT AVAILABLE *** Harry was born in September 2011 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and club foot. AGENCY SPECIFIC HOST PROGRAM CHILD Harry will be hosted in North Carolina the first two weeks of February 2020. If you would like to request to meet him during his visit please complete the questions below. Harry was born prematurely and spent his first month in an incubator. When […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hosting, 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

Julien

August 2011 by waitingchildinfo

Julien was born in August 2011 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with post-operative sacral meningocele. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Julien’s adoption report was written when he was five and a half years old. He had received surgery for his meningocele in Beijing and at the time of his report he was still there receiving rehabilitation training. He was described by caregivers as being intelligent, active, extroverted and obedient to his caregivers. He was fond […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Meningocele, 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

William

May 2011 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY ADOPTION FEES *** William was born in May 2011 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and post-operative congenital heart disease. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD William’s development was delayed so his institute provided early intervention and comprehensive rehabilitation training for him. During this time his development improved significantly and now at 8 years old he is able to walk independently, dress and feed […]

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

Katie

February 2011 by waitingchildinfo

*** Grant up to $2,500 for qualifying families *** Katie was born in February 2011 and found abandoned in November 2012. She has been diagnosed with delayed development. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Katie first entered her institute she could crawl, stand with support and play with toys. At the age of 2 years old she could sit independently, walk while holding a railing and take a toy out of a cup and put it back. […]

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

Danny

January 2011 by waitingchildinfo

Danny was born in January 2011 and found abandoned around 2 months old. He’s been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease, and wears hearing aids. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Danny was said to be outgoing, friendly, good-natured, liked to be close to people and had good independence. He’s a quiet boy who loves riding bikes and playing on children’s slides. He had heart surgery three years ago with good recovery. Danny was initially diagnosed with deafness but is […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Hearing Loss, 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

Kenny

April 2010 by waitingchildinfo

Kenny was born in April 2010 and found abandoned when he was around two weeks old. He has been diagnosed with congenital heart disease, microphthalmia, nystagmus, stenosis of left nostril and pigeon breast. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Kenny’s adoption file was written when he was six years old. At that time it was noted that he could sing many songs, liked to play games with other children, could dress and wash himself, understood instructions and could do simple math calculations. […]

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

Johnny

April 2010 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY ADOPTION FEES *** Johnny was born in April 2010 and was found abandoned around his second birthday. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Johnny’s adoption file was completed when he was 5 years old. At that time he was speaking in 3-4 word sentences, singing simple songs, knew the names of the children in his class and understood adults. He knew his colors and […]

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

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