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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

Request Program Info

January 2019 by waitingchildinfo

WaitingChildInfo.com is NOT an adoption agency. To learn more about international adoption please answer the following questions to receive information about adopting from China and/or Taiwan. Basic program info and eligibility rules can be found on the top left of this web site. 

Categories: 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

Anthony

July 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   $2,500 GRANT AVAILABLE   *** Anthony was born in July 2016 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with post-operative meningocele and paralysis of lower limbs. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Anthony received surgery in July 2016 for tether cord syndrome and repair of lumbar meningocele. He recovered well from the surgery but at the time of his adoption report,  when he was 17 months old, he was unable to sit or stand independently. He was speaking […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, Meningocele, Paralysis, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Tethered Cord

Joey

April 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Joey was born in April 2016 and found abandoned when he was about a week old. He has been diagnosed with congenital heart disease (PDA & ASD.) SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Joey’s adoption report was written when he was 8 months old. At that he loved to drink his formula and was eating supplementary food such as steamed egg custard, vegetable and meat purees. […]

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

Randy

March 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   $6,500 GRANT AVAILABLE   *** Randy was born in March 2016 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with a private special need and had surgery for undescended testicles in May 2017. He also received surgery in the pelvic area in July 2017 but the report doesn’t indicate what it was for – possibly a kidney issue. Congenital Heart Disease was suspected when he entered the institute but there is no confirmation within his report […]

Categories: Boys, Cerebral Palsy, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, Private Issue, Sensitive Special Need, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Umbilical Hernia, Undescended Testicles

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

Hayden

March 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Hayden was born in March 2016 and found abandoned when he was 4 months old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and has an extra finger on his right hand. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Hayden’s adoption report was written in May 2017. He was described as a quiet and lovely boy who was not afraid of strangers. He liked sitting in a rocking chair and […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Down Syndrome, Limb Difference, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Kenneth

January 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   $6,500 GRANT AVAILABLE   *** Kenneth was born in January 2016 and found abandoned as a newborn. He has been diagnosed with post-operative meningocele, left leg paralysis and delayed development. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST   In March 2016 he received surgery for tethered cord syndrome and repair of Meningocele from which he recovered well. Kenneth’s adoption report was written shortly before his second birthday and caretakers said he was a happy, tolerant, caring and […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Club Foot, GRANT AVAILABLE, Meningocele, Paralysis, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Tethered Cord

Henry

January 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   $5,000 GRANT AVAILABLE   *** Henry was born in January 2016 and is so young there isn’t much information about him. He has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and delays. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Henry is shy, but can laugh loudly and reacts to sounds of people and objects, knows to turn his head when he’s called, likes to watch the TV screen and play with toys that make sounds.    Henry can crawl and […]

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

Walt

January 2016 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Walt was born in January 2016 and found abandoned when he was around 6 months old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Walt’s report was written in May 2017 he was being fostered in a healing home and described as a cheerful boy who liked playing with the nurses and toys, and enjoyed listening to music. When was 9 months […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, Down Syndrome, Pigeon Breast, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Kristin

September 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Kristin was born in September 2015 and found abandoned when she was less than a week old. She has been diagnosed with cerebral dysplasia and congenital heart disease (PFO). SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Kristin was very weak and thin when she first entered her orphanage. When her file was prepared she was 7 months old and was able to turn her head and raise […]

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

Jackson

July 2015 by waitingchildinfo

Jackson was born in July of 2015 and found abandoned when has about 5 days old.  He was diagnosed with motor and mental developmental delay in April 2016. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST In the orphanage he has established a regular life and schedule. He sleeps and eats as expected and has normal urination and defecation. Jackson has strong adaptability and has adjusted well to life in the orphanage. He can now lift his head up while lying on his […]

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

Julian

April 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   $6,500 GRANT AVAILABLE   *** Julian was born in April 2015 and found abandoned when he was around 2 months old. He has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus. His adoption report was written when he was 2.5 years old and at that time no surgery had been required. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of his report Julian was living with a foster family and was described as having an extroverted personality and ready […]

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

Siam

March 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Siam was born in March 2015 and found abandoned when he was a few days old. He has been diagnosed with eversion of both feet (Rocker-Bottom Feet) and a private issue. His foster home described him as “a sweet little boy who is very close to his friends. He has an engaging little personality that matches his cute, toothy smile.” SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Siam’s […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, Laryngeal Stridor, Rocker-Bottom Feet, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Undescended Testicles

Leo

March 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Leo was born in March 2015 and found abandoned when he was around 4 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease (TOF) and Chromosome testing done in August 2016 shows gene deletion on chromosome 22q11 (possibly DiGeorge Syndrome.) SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Upon entering his institute Leo was observed to have cyanosis of complexion and was sent to the hospital […]

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

Ben

February 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Ben was born in February 2015 and found abandoned when he was around 3 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease (TOF) and cognitive delay. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Ben’s adoption report was written when he was 21 months old. At that time he could crawl, sit independently and stand with support. He could grasp nearby toys, tear paper, pick […]

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

Jesse

January 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Jesse was born in January 2015 and found abandoned when he was about 12 months old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and post-operative congenital heart disease. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD When Jesse entered his institute he was able to stand and walk with support. He was in good spirits but unable to speak yet. Orphanage staff thought he was the most handsome boy with […]

Categories: Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Down Syndrome, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Nathaniel

January 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Nathaniel was born in January 2015 and found abandoned when he was about a month old. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD  When Nathaniel first entered his institute he was think and weak, didn’t suck well and vomited easily. Under the watchful care of the nannies his milk intake began to increase and his vomiting decreased. He was a good sleeper […]

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

Joshua

January 2015 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY ADOPTION FEES AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Joshua was born in January 2015 and was found abandoned the same week.  He has been diagnosed with congenital heart disease (VSD, ASD) and Down Syndrome. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD     Joshua’s adoption report was completed when he was 12 months old.  At that time his motor development was described as delayed.  He could hold his head up while lying on his stomach, roll over, […]

Categories: Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Down Syndrome, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Penny

December 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Penny was born in December 2014 and was found abandoned when she was around 2 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and her orphanage may consider waiving the orphanage fee for her family. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD Penny is described as a “gentle and lovely” girl who likes to play with the children in her kindergarten. She can speak some simple sentences, and […]

Categories: CHINA PROGRAM, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Jace

November 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Jace was born in November 2014 and found abandoned when he was around 2 months old.  He has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and was living in a rehabilitation hospital at the time his report was completed in November 2015. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST ***  Up to $2,500 grant available for qualifying families  *** When he was 12 months old he was said to have good spirits and a healthy body, although his development was delayed compared […]

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

Serena

November 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Serena was born in November 2014 and found abandoned when she was almost 3 months old. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and post-operative congenital heart disease (CAVC(A)/ASD/PFO). SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD  Upon admission to her institute  Serena was said to be white and fat, and very cute. At 3 months old she could turn to look at familiar people, gaze at adults and track […]

Categories: CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, Down Syndrome, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Gavin

November 2014 by waitingchildinfo

*** GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Gavin was born in November 2014 and found abandoned when he was just a few days old.  He’s been diagnosed with post-operative repair of congenital anal atresia combined with urethral fistula. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Gavin was admitted to the hospital shortly after being found and received surgery for anal atresia. At the time of his report he was nine months old and described as […]

Categories: Anal Atresia, Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Urethral Fistula

Hudson

October 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   $6,500 GRANT AVAILABLE   *** Hudson was born in October 2014 and found abandoned as an infant. He has been diagnosed with glaucoma of the left eye and has no external ear canal on the right side. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST    Hudson’s adoption report was written shortly after his 3rd birthday. He was living with a foster family and described as talkative, cheerful, happy, active, generous and thoughtful. He liked to imitate, play […]

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

Jasper

October 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Jasper was born in October 2014 and abandoned a few days later. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and his heart is said to be healthy. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of his report Jasper was 16 months old and caretakers said he was introverted and liked to be cuddled. He was fond of music, enjoyed playing with balls and […]

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

Madison

October 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Madison was born in October 2014 and found abandoned when she was around 2 months old. She was diagnosed with Hemangioma and a CT Scan when she was a year old indicated brain dysplasia and high muscular tension at head and neck. Cerebral Palsy is suspected but not confirmed. Hoping for a developmental update for this sweet girl! ***   Grant up to $2,500 available for qualifying families   *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Madison first entered […]

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

Hayden

October 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Hayden was born in October 2014 and found abandoned when he was around 7 months old. His medical file suggests craniofacial hemangioma, encephalatrophy with left limbs motor dysfunction, abnormal ABR of both ears. Potential Sturge-Weber Syndrome. Don’t miss his updates below! SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD  At the age of 7-9 months Hayden could raise his head while lying on his stomach and use his hands to hold toys and put them in his mouth. He reacted to the word, “no,” and could […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, GRANT AVAILABLE, Hearing Loss, Hemangioma, Limb Difference, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Sturge-Weber Syndrome

Samantha

October 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Samantha was born in October 2014 and found abandoned when she was about a month old. She has been diagnosed with postoperative meningocele. She also has poor function of both lower limbs. ***   Grant up to $2,500 available for qualifying families   *** SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of her report Samantha was 16 months old and was fond of listening to music and playing with musical toys that she would reach for while on the shelf. […]

Categories: CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, Meningocele, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN, Spina Bifida

Gavin

September 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Gavin was born in September 2014 and found abandoned at 4 months old with a note stating he was born prematurely. Gavin had surgery in July 2015 to repair an inguinal hernia and has been living with a foster family on the grounds of the orphanage since May 2016. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Gavin is a happy, energetic, and introverted child. He enjoys playing with toys, listening to music, and playing with other kids. His favorite toys […]

Categories: Boys, CHINA PROGRAM, Hernia, Inguinal Hernia, Premature, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Michael

September 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   $2,500 GRANT AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES  *** Michael was born September 2014 and found abandoned a little over a week later. He has been diagnosed with post-operative spina bifida, post-operative hydrocephalus and delayed development. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Michael first entered the institute his physical condition was poor so he was taken to the hospital where he received surgery for spinal meningocele. A couple of weeks later he had a second surgery to […]

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

Adam

July 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Adam was born in July 2014 and found abandoned when he was around 6 months old. He has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital heart disease. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the age of 15 months he began participating in an Infant and Children education program. He was able to hold his head up and sit with support. He knew his name and responded when […]

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

Katie

July 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Katie was born in July 2014 and found abandoned shortly after her birth.  She has been diagnosed with post-operative congenital cerebral meningocele, club feet and her right leg is longer than the left. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST   At the time of Katie’s report she was 13 months old and said to be gentle and bright.  She  got along well with other kids, liked being […]

Categories: CHINA PROGRAM, Club Foot, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, Meningocele, Scoliosis, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Kaia

June 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT AVAILABLE TO COVER ALL PLACING AGENCY FEES FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Kaia was born in June 2014 and found abandoned about 3 months later. She has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and a cardiac ultrasound report dated February 2016 confirms that her heart is healthy. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD    At the time of Kaia’s report she was 20 months old and caregivers described her as quiet and introverted with a ready smile. She was fond of listening to music and playing […]

Categories: CHINA PROGRAM, Down Syndrome, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, 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

Crew

May 2014 by waitingchildinfo

Crew was born in May 2014 and found abandoned when he was around 14 months old. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. AGENCY DESIGNATED SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD After being admitted to his institute Crew he received rehabilitation training for language, walking, fine motor skills, etc. His adoption report was written when he was 2.5 years old and at that time he could walk holding a railing but didn’t have a stable gait. He could hold tiny objects like little beads, […]

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

Haley

May 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Haley was born in May 2014 and found abandoned when she was almost two weeks old. At the time of her discovery she was believed to have been premature and has been diagnosed with “cerebral injury.” A CT scan in her file indicates Hydrocephalus and a cardiac ultrasound lists normal heart function and PFO. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST When Haley first entered her orphanage […]

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

Emily

May 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Emily was born in May 2014 and found abandoned when she was a few days old. She has been diagnosed with post-operative CHD (ASD), Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus and Developmental Delays. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of Emily’s report she was 10 months old and said to be shorter than her peers, had weak resistance, caught colds easily, and had high muscular tension. […]

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

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

Michelle

April 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Michelle was born in April 2014 and found abandoned when she was about 2 months old. During her initial examination the doctor noted she had low muscular tension of limbs. She was diagnosed at that time with Cerebral Palsy and Pneumonia. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Her adoption file was completed when she was 11 months old and at that time she would smile when she […]

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

Andy

April 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***  GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Andy was born in April 2014 and found abandoned when he was a few days old. He has been diagnosed with congenital cleft palate and congenital heart disease (PFO). In the most recent update he is described as delayed. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the time of Andy’s report he was 6 months old and said to have growth development similar to his peers. He […]

Categories: Boys, CHD - Congenital Heart Disease, CHINA PROGRAM, Cleft Palate, Congenital Heart Disease, Delays, GRANT AVAILABLE, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

Sawyer

April 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Sawyer was born in April 2014 and found abandoned when he was a little over a month old.  He was diagnosed with  Hydrocele of Tunica Vaginalis (accumulation of fluid in the testis), CHD (PFO) and lesion of ethmoidal sinus of right orbit and nasal cavity. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Sawyer’s adoption report was completed when he was 15 months old and unfortunately doesn’t discuss […]

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

Caden

April 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Caden was born in April 2014 and found abandoned when he was one day old.  He has been diagnosed with post-operative Myelomeningocele, post-operative Hydrocephalus, post-operative bilateral indirect inguinal hernia and post-operative bilateral club foot. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST Caden has long list of special needs but it sounds like he is receiving good medical care.  His adoption report was completed when he was around […]

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

Hope

April 2014 by waitingchildinfo

***   GRANT UP TO $2,500 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING FAMILIES   *** Hope was born in April 2014 and diagnosed with Post-Operative Lumbosacral Meningocele and Arthrogryposis Multiplex.  She was found abandoned on the day of her birth and received surgery before she was two weeks old. SPECIAL FOCUS CHILD RELEASED TO THE SHARED LIST At the age of 3-4 months she could hold her hands together, had a ready smile and would laugh out loud and hold her head up to […]

Categories: Arthrogryposis, CHINA PROGRAM, Girls, GRANT AVAILABLE, Meningocele, SHARED LIST CHILDREN, SPECIAL FOCUS CHILDREN

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