Category Archives: CHINA PROGRAM

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

Ruthie

June 2009 by waitingchildinfo

*** $6,000 GRANT AVAILABLE *** Ruthie was born in June 2009 and found abandoned when she was 2 years old. She was diagnosed with thumb deformities on both of her hands and in April 2016 her thumbs were amputated. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Ruthie has a ready smile and enjoys dancing. She gets along well with other children and will help them get dressed and ready for the day. Ruthie is a quiet girl who is […]

Categories: Arthrogryposis, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, 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

Harvey

May 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Harvey was born in May 2009 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with developmental delays and anemia. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Harvey is described as happy and introverted. He enjoys watching TV, playing phone and playing with toy cars. Harvey has good self-care ability. He has bowel and bladder control, can eat alone and get dressed without assistance. He is not a picky eater and is a good sleeper. His movement ability and language […]

Categories: Anemia, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Charlie

May 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Charlie was born May 2009 and found abandoned at 2 months old with a scar on his upper right abdomen that indicates a possible surgery. The orphanage does not know what surgery was completed or why. He has been diagnosed with PKU and delayed intellectual and motor development, and is not currently receiving a special PKU diet. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Charlie has been living with a foster family since September of 2015, which has helped him […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, PKU, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, 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. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Leo is said to be a little introverted and shy, […]

Categories: Boys, Children Hosted in US, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hemangioma, Port Wine Stain, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Sturge-Weber Syndrome, SUMMER HOSTING PROGRAM

Maggie

March 2009 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Maggie was born in March 2009 and found abandoned when she was around 5 years old. She has been diagnosed with congenital heart disease (ASD) and cerebral palsy. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Maggie entered in institue in March 2014 and the caretakers liked her very much. It was reported that she didn’t speak but could listen and follow directions well. She was toilet trained […]

Categories: Cerebral Palsy, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Gabriel

March 2009 by waitingchildinfo

Gabriel was born in March 2009 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with congenital cleft lip and palate. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Gabriel was 1-2 months old he slept most of the day. He cried loudly when hungry or wet but quieted when his needs were attended to. He liked to be cuddled and talked to and would smile. He drank his milk very slowly. […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jasmine

February 2009 by waitingchildinfo

GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES Jasmine was born in February 2009 and found abandoned as a newborn. She’s been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease (VSD and ASD) and follow up reports indicated her heart rate was normal. She has also been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and delays. Please don’t miss her August 2017 & May 2018 updates below!!! SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST (photos and videos are not necessarily in chronological order) When […]

Categories: Cerebral Palsy, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Holly

January 2009 by waitingchildinfo

*** ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES WAIVED *** Holly was born in January 2009 and found abandoned when she was 6 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and congenital heart disease – PDA. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD To make a donation towards Holly’s RR fund please click HERE. Holly is said to be a happy, active girl. She enjoys playing with toys, watching cartoons, imitating, listening to music, and dancing. She is described as introverted […]

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

Jenny

May 2008 by waitingchildinfo

Jenny was born in May 2008 and found abandoned around 10 months old. She’s been diagnosed with being deaf. She received a cochlear implant in October 2017 and is getting hearing and speech training to learn some words although she can also communicate with sign language. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Jenny was described as an active, brave, smart, beautiful and considerate girl. She was said to have good self-care skills, got along well with other children and teachers, and […]

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

Michael

March 2008 by waitingchildinfo

*** $4,000 ADOPTION GRANT AVAILABLE *** Michael was born in March 2008 and found abandoned when he was around four months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Michael’s adoption report was completed when he was eight years old. He was described happy, adorable, mature, obedient and sensible, and his self care ability was fairly strong. He liked outdoor activities and playing with other children but he would tire easily due to […]

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

James

February 2008 by waitingchildinfo

James was born in February 2008 and found abandoned when he was 7 months old. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy which is said to only affect his left hand and left foot. *** Grant up to $5,000 available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST James is described as sensitive, generous and sweet. He is living in a foster family with other children and gets along well with both children and adults. James is said […]

Categories: Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Will

February 2008 by waitingchildinfo

Will was born in February 2008 and was found abandoned when he was around three years old. He has been diagnosed with Rickets, some limb deformities and cleft palate. During testing it was reported that his words were not clear. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Will is described as compliant and easy going by his caregivers. He is in 1st grade and says that he likes school and his teacher told volunteers that he is well behaved. He is beginning to read simple sentences, enjoys […]

Categories: Arthrogryposis, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Palate, Club Foot, Delays, Limb Difference, Older Child, Rickets, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Rosemary

January 2008 by waitingchildinfo

Rosemary was born in January 2008 and found abandoned when she was 3 years old. She has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. AGENCY SPECIFIC PARTNERSHIP CHILD When Rosemary entered her institute she was unable to stand, sit or walk. Her head and back were curved and her muscular tension was quite high. She couldn’t communicate in a typical way. At the time her adoption report was written she was 9 years old. The orphanage reported that she still could not walk, stand […]

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

Winnie

December 2007 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY ADOPTION FEES *** Winnie was born in December 2007 and found abandoned as a newborn. She has been diagnosed with post-operative cleft palate, dysplasia on the right eye, cerebral palsy and Down Syndrome. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Winnie was 2 years old she began receiving rehabilitation training to help with her delays. By the age of 4 she could walk with the help of orthopedic shoes, and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Palate, Delays, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Visual Impairment

Joseph

November 2007 by waitingchildinfo

*** $10,000 GRANT AVAILABLE *** Joseph was born in November 2008 and found abandoned when he was 3 years old. He has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Joseph is a sunny boy with a ready smile who likes to be in the center of the action. He is a people person who is happiest when playing outside with the other children. He enjoys coloring, doing puzzles, and kicking around a ball outside. Joseph […]

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

Ollie

November 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Ollie was born in November 2007 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with post-operative hypospadias and post-operative right indirect hernia. He also was treated for Tuberculosis in 2010. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Ollie was sent to live with a foster family when he was 17 months old and he quickly adapted to the new environment. At the time of his adoption report he was 3.5 years […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hernia, Hypospadias, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Addilyn

October 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Addilyn was born in October 2007 and found abandoned a few days later. She has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital bilateral cleft lip and palate. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of her report Addilyn was 2 years and 10 months old. Her main foods were noodles, formula with rice cereal, rice, eggs and minced meat. She was described as timid and shy, active and quiet. She […]

Categories: CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Lip, Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate, Cleft Palate, Delays, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Joanna

September 2007 by waitingchildinfo

*** ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES WAIVED *** Joanna was born in September 2007 and found abandoned as a newborn. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and post-operative anal atresia. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Joanna’s adoption report was completed shortly after her 10th birthday. She has been living with a foster family since she was an infant and was close with her foster grandmother. She’s been described as a happy and positive girl […]

Categories: Anal Atresia, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Down Syndrome, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jasper

August 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Jasper was born in August 2007 and was found abandoned with a birth note when he was around 2 months old. He has been diagnosed as being blind. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST His report was written in March 2009 and at that time he was described as having normal development and being cute and lovely. He liked playing with toys that made sound and listening to music, TV and radio. […]

Categories: Blind, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Visual Impairment

Louie

August 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Louie was born in August 2007 and found on a doorstep as a newborn. These foster grandparents raised him until May 2014 when they could no longer care for him due to their age and financial situation. He has been diagnosed with cognitive delay. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Louie struggled with grief upon first entering his institute but gradually adjusted. His report from October 2014 states that he behaves as a typical boy his […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Bobby

June 2007 by waitingchildinfo

AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Bobby was born June 2007 and is deaf. He was found abandoned when he was 4 years old. Bobby lives in a foster family where he is a good helper and playmate to his foster siblings. He is described as kind, sensible and clever and everyone likes him. Bobby takes care of himself (feeding, washing, dressing) and likes to help his foster mom with chores. He loves to learn and wants to do homework like his […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Deaf, Hearing Loss, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Henry

June 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Henry was born in June of 2007 and is diagnosed with Post-Operative Congenital Heart Disease. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD ON THE SHARED LIST I met Henry in July 2013. This little guy had so much energy and was ALL BOY running around and playing and showing off for us. I was alone with in a stairwell with him and nearly fainted when he jumped from the halfway point on a flight of stairs to beat me to the bottom! I […]

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

Zack

June 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Zack was born in June 2007 and found abandoned in June 2009. He was diagnosed with cognitive delay, strabismus (cross-eyed), and epilepsy. A recent report states that he has a little developmental delay compared to his peers. He can count up to 50, write his numbers, knows his shapes and colors, can speak in long sentences, and has competent language skills. His strabismus does not affect his vision or his ability for self-care. He has normal physical development. Zack started […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, PREVIOUSLY HOSTED IN US, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Strabismus (cross eye)

Elliott

May 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Elliott was born in May 2006 and found abandoned when he was about a year old. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and delays. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At 1 year old Elliott liked to listen to music and could sit up and hold his bottle of milk. At 1.5 years old he could call for “mama” and “aunt.” He got excited when he saw food and would raise his hands […]

Categories: Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jovie

May 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Jovie was born in May 2007 and found abandoned when she was around 6 years old. She has been diagnosed with being deaf. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Agency staff met Jovie in November 2016 and they said that although she has a calm personality, she also has a strong spirit. She always let the advocacy team know exactly which toys she wanted to play with by pointing at them. […]

Categories: CHINA PROGRAM, Deaf, Delays, Girls, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Annabel

April 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Annabel was born in April 2007 and found abandoned when she was 2 years old. She has been diagnosed with binocular corneal necrosis and bilateral external auditory canal stenosis. An advocacy team just met Annabel in November 2016 and learned that she had surgery in 2013 for stenosis of the external auditory meatus. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Annabel first entered her orphanage they noted she could see nearby objects and could respond when she was spoken to loudly. […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, Cataracts, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, Hearing Loss, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Adam

April 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Adam was born in April 2007 and found abandoned when he was around three years old. He is diagnosed with cerebral palsy. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD *** $4,000 ADOPTION GRANT AVAILABLE *** When Adam first entered his institute he was introverted, timid and very physically delayed. After three years of rehabilitation training his cognitive and physical abilities improved significantly. At the time of his original report when he was six years old he was able to sit and stand […]

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

Nora

April 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Nora was born in April 2007 and found abandoned at 7 months old. She has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and clubfoot. Nora’s cerebral palsy affects her ability to control her movements and often gives her intense pain. *** GRANT AVAILABLE *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST In May of 2014, Nora received surgery to help with pain. She recovered from the surgery and continued to work on her movement abilities. She attended an hour of rehabilitation […]

Categories: Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Tommy

March 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Tommy was born in March 2007 and found abandoned when he was 7 years old. He has been diagnosed with scoliosis and mental developmental delay, however, because he was abandoned at an older age we don’t know if he received any formal education before entering his orphanage. He is currently in school and his delay is said to be diminishing. *** Grant up to $7,500 Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Tommy has lived on […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, Scoliosis, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Harry

March 2007 by waitingchildinfo

Harry was born in March 2007 and abandoned the same day. He was raised by a family for a year before entering the orphanage. He has been diagnosed with a complex cardiac defect: he has a single ventricle and single atrium. A year ago, he was evaluated by an NGO that specializes in orphans with cardiac issues, and they found him to have balanced pulmonary stenosis, which is a good finding for his condition. His heart valves were working well and he […]

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

Luke

December 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Luke was born in December 2006 with a major congenital heart defect (CHD). He had cardiac surgery in March 0f 2011 but may have additional surgery in his future. He receives regular post-operative check-ups and has had four ultrasonic cardiograms since 2012. Since his surgery, Luke has not displayed signs of CHD and he does not take medication for his condition, but he cannot do vigorous exercise without tiring quickly. *** Up to $7,500 Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS […]

Categories: Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, Children Hosted in US, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Haven

December 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Haven was born in December 2006 and found abandoned with a birth note when he was 19 months old. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and postoperative right inguinal hernia. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Haven’s adoption file was completed when he was 8 years old and he was described as being short with a cute face. He received surgery for his inguinal hernia in July 2009, from which he recovered well. […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Sean

October 2006 by waitingchildinfo

*** $6,500 GRANT AVAILABLE *** Sean was born in October 2006 and is described as a sweet, good-natured boy who loves to laugh with other children and is helpful to everyone. He focuses for a long time on his drawings—portraits, houses, and interesting events. He is happy when praised and likes to show off for other children. He is diagnosed with albinism and has poor vision. His development is slower than his peers, but he studies language, math, […]

Categories: Albinism, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, Visual Impairment

Gus

September 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Gus was born in September 2006 and found abandoned at one year old. Upon admission to the orphanage, he was malnourished, weak, and slow to react. With the help of his caretakers in the orphanage, Gus is much stronger than before. Gus was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and esotropia of both eyes (cross-eyed). *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Gus has no known allergies, eats well, sleeps soundly through the night, and has both bowel […]

Categories: Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Estropia, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Abigail

August 2006 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANTS UP TO $7,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES THROUGH AGENCY AND REECES RAINBOW *** Abigail was born in August 2006 and found abandoned when she was around two months old. Her original adoption file that was written in February 2014 indicated that her medical issues included “congenital heart disease” and “right cross foot” which was later described as “right flat foot and right foot varus deformity.” An update was requested in December 2018 and will be added here if/when […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Club Foot, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, Limb Difference, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Charmaine

August 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Charmaine was born in August 2006 and found abandoned when she was around 2 months old. She has been diagnosed with hemiplegia of the left side. Don’t miss her November 2016 update below! *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When she was 2 years old Charmaine entered a Half The Sky Little Sister’s preschool. At that time she could walk but fell down often. It took her a little […]

Categories: Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hemiplegia, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Quincy

August 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Quincy was born in August 2006 and found abandoned when he was about a year old. He has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus but doesn’t require a shunt. *** GRANT AVAILABLE *** AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD The orphanage says that he developed fast and was able to walk alone within two weeks of coming to stay with them. He used to eat more than any of the other children and would rush to the dinner table. This may have […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Hydrocephalus, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jackson

July 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Jackson was born in July 2006 and found abandoned when he was around 4 months old. He’s been diagnosed with hemangioma’s on both upper and lower limbs, chest and back. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Jackson was 2.5 he was sent to live with a foster family. At the time of his report he was 5 years old and was said to be strong and healthy. He could run alone, go […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hemangioma, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Sylas

May 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Sylas was born in May 2006 and found abandoned when he was around 3 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative hydrocephalus. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST In March 2009 Sylas was sent to live with a foster family and he adapted quickly to the new environment. He has brought lots of laughter to the family and his abilities improved. He could run, jump and climb and his hands were flexible. He could use a pencil […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hydrocephalus, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Wyatt

May 2006 by waitingchildinfo

SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD ON THE SHARED LIST Wyatt was born in May 2006 and is in good health. His official diagnosis is abnormal blood test results but US medical professionals believe his blood test results are all normal. Agency staff visited Wyatt at his orphanage at the end of June 2015 and enjoyed meeting him. The caregivers report that he is very active and sometimes a little naughty, but he gets along well with his peers. He was very interested in our I-PAD […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Healthy, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Kit

January 2006 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES *** Kit was born in January 2006 and was found abandoned when he was around 5 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative cerebral palsy affecting lower limbs. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Kit received surgery on his lower limbs in 2011. After a successful recovery he began therapy and casting to strengthen his legs, and worked hard to improve his physical abilities. […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, AGING OUT CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Brooks

January 2006 by waitingchildinfo

Brooks was born in January 2006 and found abandoned when he was 2 years old. He’s been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, post-operative club feet and post-operative left inguinal hernia. *** Grant Available *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of Brooks’ report he was 6 years old and had been living in the institute for 4 years. During that time he had developed a lot in every aspect. It was reported that […]

Categories: AGING OUT CHILDREN, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Fern

November 2005 by waitingchildinfo

Fern was born in November 2005 and found wrapped in a blanket by the gate of her orphanage shortly thereafter. Upon admission to the institute medical staff examined her and she was diagnosed with Arthrogryposis affecting her knees, ankles and elbows, however, she is a very capable and independent girl. She just received surgery to improve mobility in November 2015 and is currently going through rehabilitation for walking. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD ON THE SHARED LIST Fern participates in the big sister […]

Categories: AGING OUT CHILDREN, Arthrogryposis, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Shane

November 2005 by waitingchildinfo

Shane was born in November 2005 and found abandoned at 10 months old. He has been diagnosed with mild cerebral palsy. He loves to play, but his coordination is not so great. He sometimes falls down while playing chase outside with the other children. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST He is described as kind, smart, and mature. He used to attend a boarding school and returned to the orphanage every two weeks for a visit. Now, he attends […]

Categories: AGING OUT CHILDREN, Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHINA PROGRAM, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jonathan

October 2005 by waitingchildinfo

*** $6,500 GRANT AVAILABLE *** Jonathan was born in October 2005 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with albinism. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Jonathan is an outgoing, healthy, easygoing boy with normal intelligence. His eyesight is weak, as is common with children with albinism, but he is on level with his public school peers in reading, writing, and math. It has been said that he listens carefully to his teachers and […]

Categories: Albinism, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

George

August 2005 by waitingchildinfo

George was born in August 2005 and abandoned when he was 2 months old. He was initially diagnosed with low muscular tension but is now said to be healthy. George was hosted in the US in 2014 and although his host family fell in love and moved forward with his adoption, they had to back out. While George was in the US, he was active and fun and got along well with his host family’s daughters. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Info from George’s […]

Categories: AGING OUT CHILDREN, Boys, Children Hosted in US, CHINA PROGRAM, Low Muscular Tension, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Tara

June 2005 by waitingchildinfo

SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Tara was born in February 2006, abandoned in a bus station on her 7th birthday and brought to the orphanage. Tara was born with Down Syndrome and a heart defect, which doesn’t affect her daily life (although she’s a little out of breath after strenuous running or jumping). Tara is tall, has good motor skills, likes outdoor activities, and gets along well with other children. She is described as adaptable, talkative, polite, and […]

Categories: AGENCY DESIGNATED CHILDREN, AGING OUT CHILDREN, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, Children Hosted in US, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN • Tags: Down Syndrome Adoption

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