At-risk of Aging Out – Reece's Rainbow Down Syndrome Adoption Grant Foundation

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-7, Sizeable Grants ($20,000+)

Andruis (L)

Born December 31, 2000
Down syndrome

Listed: 2007

UPDATE NOVEMBER 2014! From one of our adoptive families who visited with him: “The institution he is living in has undergone a lot of changes in the last year after a new director was appointed. The building has been remodeled so that the children now live in family style groups with multiple bedrooms for two children each, a living room, small kitchen, dining room, two bathrooms, laundry room and a visiting area. During free time the children move around between the rooms as they please and we have seen the children in Andruis’ group helping with some of the daily living tasks – clearing dishes, vacuuming, assisting children who cannot feed themselves and so on. Andruis is in a group with seven other children of varying ages and special needs. He is a very quiet, peaceful, gentle boy. He prefers to play with dolls and stuffed animals and he generally keeps his distance from the loudest and most active children. We watched him sit with a much smaller, weaker child who crawled on Andruis and stroked his hair for a solid half an hour and Andruis was not at all defensive or rough with the littler boy. His caregivers say that he does not speak, but hears and understands what is said to him. He can dress and use the bathroom with minimal assistance. He has had trouble with his teeth since being transferred to the institution and eats only soft foods, but he feeds himself neatly and clears his own dishes when he is finished. He is shy and new people in his environment cause him to withdraw a bit, but I saw him snuggle up to and smile at a familiar caregiver and he interacts appropriately with the other children in the group. He attends a nearby school for children with special needs and participates in many therapies and activities. If he is not adopted he will remain at the same institution for the rest of his life, moving from the children’s to the adult’s wing when he turns 21. The director is very interested in seeing children adopted, but a bit incredulous that anyone would want them. Our daughter is the first child ever to be adopted, domestically or internationally, from this institution. It would be wonderful if Andruis could be the second!”

Thank God for a new photo and updated info about Andruis! He is a New Year’s Eve baby, so he brings the promise of great things in every new year! Andruis has some hearing loss and wears hearing aids. He continuously receives speech and music therapy. As you can see from his photo, he is doing well, but desperately needs a family as he has been living at the institution since 2007. Andruis attends the 5th grade at the special needs school. He is able to walk/run and is active. He smiles and is affectionate, but shy around people he doesn’t know. He does not have much speech at all, but so much of this is due to his poor hearing. Imagine how is world could open up with improved hearing aids! His entire world, everything he processes, is delayed due to hearing impairment….signing may be the key to opening his whole world. He is able to eat on his own. He needs help with self-care/hygiene. Andruis has SO much potential in a loving family. He’s been waiting SO long and has lost so much time when he should have been at home!

From his medical records: born premature at 35 weeks, 4th pregnancy. Down syndrome, cognitively delayed, cochlear neuritis – hearing impairment. Atopic dermatitis. Hypermetropia on both eyes. FULL MEDICAL RECORDS available upfront.

This is a GREAT country program, with excellent health and social care, and full medical records available upfront. Andruis has been listed with us for many years, it’s his turn to find a family! Interested families should be home study approved (or close to it) to adopt an older institutionalized child and should not have very young children in the home.

Experienced adoptive families may be the best fit for Andruis. Please inquire! He is running out of time.

Married couples only (married at least 2 1/2 years)
Parents must be 18 years older than child; no more than 50 years old
Two unrelated children can be adopted together
Two trips are required

$21,739.50 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!

Your gift will serve ALL of the children, as 10% of each Waiting Child Donation is shared with our Voice of Hope fund, as well!

For more information on how to adopt this child, please visit our Contact Page.

June 23, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Bryannah #8-3

DOB: June 2001

Diagnosis: Down syndrome

Listed: April 23, 2013

New pic June 2016! Bryannah has been in a mental institution since 2011. She has been in orphanages her entire life, but was just recently registered for adoption in 2013. She has waited 12 years for a chance to find a family! She walks, plays with toys, responds to her name and attends a special needs school each day. She is not talking and still requires help with daily self-help skills.

The agency also has a video available.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

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April 23, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Recently Updated, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Ryan #6-14

DOB: 2001
Diagnosis: Down syndrome

Listed: October 28, 2012

UPDATE MAY 2016: Ryan was moved to a group home. He has made significant progress since leaving the institution and the staff believes that as they continue to work with him, he will continue to improve. Due to his history of behavior difficulties, the agency team sent a certified psychologist to spend time with Ryan and assess him in his new home. This updated information was provided by the psychologist who spent the day with Ryan and interviewed his teacher and the director of the group home: Ryan lives with children with more severe special needs, most of whom are in wheelchairs or bed bound. He feels like a leader in his group and enjoys helping with the other children. He has formed an emotional bond with the teacher that comes to the home to work with him. He waits for her in the morning, brings her the shoes she wears inside the home, and works very hard to obtain her praise and approval. He enjoys working with his teacher on activities such as assembling a train track. He is learning to do simple academic tasks like puzzles, though he loses interest quickly if he thinks it is “work”. He responds well to completing tasks and trying new things when the adults use praise and positive encouragement. He feeds himself. He is not yet toilet trained, but the director believes this is simply because no one at the institution attempted to train him. They will be working with him on this skill. He responds to his name and follows simple instructions. Behaviorally, he is doing very well in his new environment. He has formed attachments and works to please those he cares about. The staff describes him as calm and emotionally positive. He does struggle with concentration and is easily distracted, but he is willing to work hard for praise. He is hesitant with strangers, but will engage with them when encouraged. Photos and videos are available through the agency.

Ryan is 12 years old. He has been in an institution. His gross motor skills are well developed. He walks, runs, climbs and prefers physical activities. He exhibits some stereotypical movements. He plays with toys and attempts to manipulate them correctly. He requires 1:1 assistance for academic tasks. He is currently being instructed in how to trace letters, though he still requires assistance with this task. He tries to fit shapes into puzzles. He can arrange blocks and builds towers with them. He likes to arrange the chairs in stacks. He eats independently, though he’s still working on hygiene in related to table skills. He does put away his own dishes once he’s done eating. He can dress himself, but he does not undress himself independently. His personal hygiene skills are not built up at this time. During art class, he requires assistance with coloring and art projects. He can glue items onto paper if the items are pre-cut for him. His emotions and attention are unstable. He is hyperactive and doesn’t always follow the rules. He exhibits difficult behaviors when he doesn’t get his way or doesn’t want to do something. He is sometimes aggressive with objects and with his peers. He enjoys dancing and prefers to participate in activities and play that involve a ball and interacting with children who are more physical.

Additional information: Ryan has been visited by an experienced adoptive family and members from an adoption team well experienced in observing children with special needs. During the visits, he exhibited aggression toward the adults and staff members from the institution. He had difficulty following basic instructions from the staff and often didn’t respond to his name. He did seem to enjoy interacting in small amounts with the adults, though he wanted those interactions on his terms. He did not respond well to restrictions or being made to do things that he did not want to do. He will need a family willing to provide a lot of structure, routine and consistency in behavior management.

Additional photos and videos of Ryan from October 2012 are available.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 28, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-1, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Duane

2015

Boy, born November 2000

Down syndrome, neurodystrophy, psychological and motor development disorder, alalia

Listed: October 21, 2012

From a volunteer who visited with him in July 2016: I’ve been struggling with words for this update on Duane, so I’m just going to write a very personal heartfelt update. I’ve been visiting Duane’s facility for many years now. I’ve seen the ups and downs of probably every child that we’re allowed to visit. But this year seeing Duane made me sad. Duane has regressed a lot through the last few years. This summer some other boys from his group were transferred and Duane is now the ‘big boy’ in his group. Now that he is the big boy in the group he starts to treat other children the way he has been treated himself. It breaks my heart to say that he hurts himself and others around him and that some of the smaller children are afraid of him. But I will not lose hope, because stronger than ever before I have also seen this year that there’s still a little boy in him who just wants attention and love. He is craving for someone who will love him. In the beginning of our trip, his aggressive behaviors made it hard to see that little boy. He’d push me away, he’d hit me, he’d hurt me pretty bad, but I couldn’t give up. I’ve known him for so many years, I couldn’t just accept that this was all there was left of Duane. One day I sat in the playpen with a couple children, including Duane. I had hesitated that morning if I should go in there, because of Duane’s aggressive behaviors. But that morning was different. I was singing a song to Elinor (also listed on RR) and Duane came a little closer. I was preparing myself for another hit, but he just sat there and looked at me. After a little bit Elinor was done listening, she stood up from my lap and walked away. Immediately Duane came over to me and crawled up in my lap. He laid his head against my chest. I’ve been singing the same song over and over again for at least 15 minutes and he was so calm, he would stroke my hand or leg every now and then, he would look up at me and look me straight in the eyes and the look in his eyes was calm and full of attention. I sang until he had to go inside. He moved to the edge of the playpen, while I was putting on his shoes he talked to me. Duane is mainly non verbal so it is quite a big thing when he talks. I’d repeat back to him what he said to me and he looked relieved and happy that I understood him. And then he told me ‘I love you’. Tears welled up in my eyes, Duane is still in there. You really have to look through all the behaviors and see the boy who’s craving love and attention. The boy who has been mistreated for so long. I saw that Duane. Apparently Duane loves singing, he loves it when he rides horse on my lap while I sing him a song. The real Duane came out when I gave him love and attention. He started to give me massages again, just like he used to do. He’s actually really good at that.

Duane needs a family. A family that is willing to give him a chance to be the boy that is hidden inside of him. A family that will give him the chance to communicate. He is going to need a special family. A family that is ready to fight for him. He needs a skilled, very prepared family. He needs to be the youngest in a family. He doesn’t have much time left, but he is so worth the fight. He ages out in November. He will face a life in a horrifying mental institution if he doesn’t get adopted. Duane still has a lot of love and light inside of him. He needs a family that can see that, through all his behaviors. It will not be easy, there are no guarantees. But Duane’s life is just as worthy and precious as all of the other children. He’s been waiting for so long and time is running out. He needs a family!

From a volunteer who visited with him in July 2014: ” Duane is a wonderful boy, but he doesn’t get the attention he deserves. It is getting harder to interact with him. He responds less and less when you try to interact with him. Even when you are interacting with him, he loses interest and he will lay on the floor again.

He is best friends with Isolde, but she has been put in a different group now. Nobody ever puts them together, so that’s what we did this summer. The nurses first wouldn’t let us, but we explained that they are best friends and then it was okay. They hugged for minutes, until he was getting weaker (his legs aren’t really strong) and he lay down on the floor again. Isolde tried to get him to hug some more or to play a game through the bars from the playpen, but he didn’t react anymore. I’m afraid that next year he’ll be worse again. He needs to get out. Duane has some language, but is mainly non-verbal. He shows no aggressive behaviors, but as said, he is getting weaker, he is showing less and less behaviors at all. Someone needs to go and get him out of there.”

From someone who met Duane in 2012: Sweet little Duane is the huggiest boy I’ve ever met! He is a determined, strong willed little guy and is up walking and chasing after balls despite some mild CP on his left side that causes his left knee to extend backwards in a painful looking manner. He has an amazing laugh, though it is sometimes a mischievous laugh. He sometimes feels the need to push boundaries, such as throwing balls at the other children, but he is a boy with a lot of love to give, both to the adults and the other kids in his group. He also sometimes gives massages. I feel he would especially thrive in a house where he is the youngest, or at least the smallest child in the home.

Significant features of FAS, shared as a cautionary disclosure for families considering his needs.

Elinor, Devora, Julia, Sullivan, Artemur, Duane, Abner and Irina may all be in the same region.

$12,466.49 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!

Your gift will serve ALL of the children, as 10% of each Waiting Child Donation is shared with our Voice of Hope fund, as well!

For more information on how to adopt this child, please visit our Contact Page.

October 21, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-1, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Grayson

Grayson Boy, born July 2001

Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, flail legs, secondary multisystemic central origin dystrophy, delay of physical development, severe mental delays

Listed: August 3, 2015

Sweet boy needs a family to love him! AGING OUT.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

August 3, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Toni

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Toni Girl, born October 2002
PRC
loss of vision in one eye / some hearing loss (wears hearing aids)

Listed: November 4, 2015

Toni is a beautiful girl who recently turned 13 years old. She has less than one year to find a new family, after which time she will be ineligible for adoption. She came into care as an abandoned child when she was about 2 years old. They discovered she had vision loss in one eye. They thought at that time she was totally deaf. She was placed with a foster family, who taught her to use some basic signs. After a while, the foster mother realized Toni could hear louder sounds and voices. Toni has attended a school for the deaf since last year, where she receives speech therapy. She is now wearing hearing aids, which have enhanced her hearing. Toni is learning to speak. She is able to hear well enough to follow spoken directions. Toni can do addition to 100, and she can write her name. She has excellent self care abilities, and can also help out in caring for the younger children. Toni sets the table, and folds her own laundry. She is very polite. Toni’s caregiver has been encouraging her to be more out going and enthusiastic. She loves to play outdoors with her friends, and is very active. Toni enjoys drawing and making handicrafts, and in her quiet time, watches cartoons and other TV shows. In her videos, you can see how serious Toni appears. She realizes her time to find a family is short, and she is concerned. Toni needs a family who will help her learn all she has missed educationally, and help her blossom.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

November 4, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Dawn #17-1

Girl, born 2001

Down syndrome

Listed: September 2010

Update May 2012:
Dawn lived in an orphanage until she was three, when they moved her to an institution.

She just started walking a couple of months ago. She enjoys interacting with adults and playing with toys. Her favorite activities and toys revolve around music. She understands what is said to her but does not have any meaningful speech at this time. She reacts very positively to attention, smiles and cheers when adults interact with her. She attends a class at the institution, but does not go to school outside of the institution. She has not had the opportunity to experience many of the ordinary activities that other children her age are naturally exposed to due to the length of time she’s been institutionalized. She doesn’t have any medical or behavioral concerns. She just needs a family willing to look past her age to see her potential!

$10,204.30 has been donated towards the cost of my adoption!

Your gift will serve ALL of the children, as 10% of each Waiting Child Donation is shared with our Voice of Hope fund, as well!

For more information on how to adopt this child, please visit our Contact Page.

September 27, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Clara

Clara Girl, born 2001
Sensorineural bilateral hearing loss, Expressive language disorder

Clara can talk.

Listed: March 16, 2015

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

March 16, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, EE-8, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angel Siblings, Other Angels Boys, 10+

Christopher L9

boysillouettenophoto Boy, born in 2001
psoriasis vulgaris, Hyperkinetic disorders, nonorganic enuresis

Christopher also has two half-siblings — middle half-sister, born in 2005, and a younger half-brother, born in 2008

Listed: October 1, 2014
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Christopher is calmer, verbal aggression in interaction is no longer observed.

In a relationship he tries to act nice, waits for praises. He likes making social contacts, has friends of the same age as he is. The boy loves doing household chores. Spends his spare time by the TV, likes cell phone games, sometimes plays with his little sister and brother. The boy likes inventing things, he has logically practical thinking. The boy has acquired knitting. He is in a correction class at the school. The boy does his homework in a prolonged school group, sometimes some tasks should be done at home though. He is not so good in mathematics, especially in solving math word problems. The boy packs his bag for school self-dependently, sometimes forgets something. The boy does his homework quickly but superficially, then characteristic phrase for him is “Everything will be fine!”. The boy needs control. He wants to be adopted together with his siblings.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 1, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Galan

galan Galan Boy, born January 2003
PRC
post op. anal atresia and post op. genital malformations

Listed: April 8, 2014

Galan is already 13 years old. He was born with anal atresia and a genital deformity (hypospadias), and was abandoned when he was only 4 months old. He had several surgeries in 2005 and is now in good health. He has good bowel control, and moderate control of urination but he does not need to wear diapers.

Galan is a clever and intelligent boy, who gets good grades in his 5th grade class. He gets along well with other children. He lives in a foster family with whom he has good relations. When we met him in late June, he was all smiles, especially when playing with our iPad. He counted, demonstrated that he walks and runs without issue, and was friendly and happy to meet us.

It’s not easy to find a home when you’re a 13 year old boy. Maybe you could be the parents that Gavin needs to reach his full potential?

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

April 8, 2014/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Kara

Kara Girl, born Dec 2000
spastic quadriplegic cerebral pals
severe mental retardation

Listed: December 8, 2015

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

December 8, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Older Child Grant (OA), Orphanage 50, Other Angels Boys, 10+

Morris

Morris pic O2001 Boy, born October 2001
Significant mental delays, hydrocephaly, spastic paresis and inborn partial optic atrophy

Listed: May 22, 2013

From someone who met him: He is a quiet child who smiled every time I looked his way. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 22, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+

Saul

Saul updated picture2 feb2014 OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Boy, born December 2002
PRC
Nephritic syndrome, post-op cleft lip and palate

Listed: August 28, 2013

Saul is a very happy boy. He was eager to catch our attention and say hello to everyone. His caregivers state that he is outgoing and gets along well with his peers. They also stated that he acts out at times. Solomon was part of the Non-profit run Preschool/Kindergarten program and now attends the Special Education school in the orphanage. He loved the fishing activity at the park because his favorite animal is a fish! He was very determined to catch as many fish as he could. Who is ready to take him fishing and watch him reel them in?

A $5,000 agency grant is available, and his orphanage donation has been reduced and could possibly be waived completely.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

August 28, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Alexey

Alexey June 2013 Boy, Born 2001

Listed: January 23, 2015

Alexey is considered significantly delayed. He is fully mobile, and oh so handsome! But he has been given a second chance at life, saved from the mental institution and living in this well-kept school setting.

From a family who met him, Sept 2012: Alexei is really a handsome guy and I think he knows it! He was playing ball with his groupa and is very active. When he was given a cookie from us he said thank you appropriately and made perfect eye contact. He will be a joy to any family with sons at home!

Update June 2013: Alexey has a very big sweet tooth! He would not put down his lollipop to take a picture- when asked he told us politely “No, thank you.” 🙂

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 23, 2015/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Paige #68

Paige 568 Paige is a sweet 14 year old girl who has Down syndrome, severe mental delay and hydrocephalus.

Listed July 26, 2015

She is calm and timid; often smiles; rejoices when receiving attention; demonstrates her attachment to staff members; produces sounds and she is visibly happy when someone hugs her; loves listening to music, watching TV and moving around in her positioning walker; loves it when someone reads fairy-tales to her; responds to other people’s speech; establishes contact easily; makes eye contact; engages in school work with the help of her resource teacher; looks at the pictures in children’s books.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 26, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Nelson

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40205110503 (2) Boy, born October 2000–AGING OUT
Hypotheriosis

Listed: February 6, 2014

Nelson is a quiet boy. He is fond of mathematics and computer science.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

February 6, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Barry

Barry (2)

Barry (1) Boy, born December 2002 AGING OUT
PRC
Cerebral Palsy

Listed: July 9, 2015

Sweet Barry is now 12.5 years old and waiting for his forever family to see him. He was abandoned at a week old and was found by a stranger with a birth note. That person took him in and raised him until he was about 4.5 and then he was turned over to the local orphanage. It was determined when Barry came into care that he had cerebral palsy, but that he was very smart. He did need to use a walker when walking. Barry started receiving rehabilitation therapy once he came into the care of the orphanage. Barry wears orthotics on his legs in addition to using the walker for support. He is very determined and persistent and now insists on practicing standing with the support of the wall for 1-2 hours each day. Barry is a fighter and is very optimistic. He respects his elders and loves the younger children. He helps the nannies with what he can and helps take care of the other children. He practiced for two years so he could perform at the Chinese New Year celebration. He sang a popular song and his optimism affected everyone in attendance. Barry deserves to know the love of a forever family and sounds like a boy who would do so well in a family where he is able to receive the therapies he needs. Do you have room in your hear and home for Barry?

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 9, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Dani

Dani Girl, born Feb 2003 dina
PRC
epilepsy

Listed: May 13, 2013

Dani is now 13 years old; she needs to be adopted prior to Feb 2017, or she will remain an orphan.

Danielle is a sweet girl who came to the institution at 5 years of age. She tends to have an episode when the weather suddenly turns cold. She will usually start to feel better after lying down for half an hour. Danielle is a very polite and sensible little girl. Usually, when she has nothing to do, she likes to help the nannies with whatever she is able to help with. She enjoys playing games with other children and really loves to talk. She is lively and open, and is well liked by everyone.

Danielle has become an active little girl. She likes to go jogging in the morning with the other kids and can run 400-500m. She did not attend school due to flare-ups of her condition, and because she has not been attending school, her intelligence is a bit lower compared to her peers. However, she has good language ability and can communicate with others normally. She enjoys singing songs and can recite some poetry. She can also write numbers. Danielle is also very hospitable. When guests come, she will warmly greet them, ask if they would like to sit down, and will shake their hand to say goodbye when the guests are leaving. She also considers herself as the Big Sister and will take care of the younger children.

Dani’s caregivers say that she is very hospitable, kind, and helpful. She likes to help clean up after the younger kids in the orphanage. Her favorite thing to do is SING!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 13, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Older Child Grant (OA), Orphanage 50, Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Leroy

Leroy Boy, born February 2001–AGING OUT
cerebral palsy, cognitive delays, spastic diplegia, inborn hydrocephalus, secondary cardiopathy

Listed: January 20, 2013

Leroy is one of the cleverest kids there, and he speaks a lot – he is rather impudent 😉

He gets sad, when other children get presents and he doesn’t. He understands much and likes ice-cream.

From a family who met him, summer 2014: Leroy is a very high functioning boy and definitely more mature than the other kids in his home. At first he wasn’t sure if he wanted a family, but after seeing so many of his friends leave with new parents he has changed his mind. He is very determined and has recently started to walk after years of being unable to move except by dragging his legs. He has a really good sense of humor and definitely understands everything going on around him. He was never inappropriate with us but had no trouble cracking jokes.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 30, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Angela

Angela June 2013 Girl, born Feb 2001
Diagnosis: severe grade of the mental delay, hydrocephalus, fibrosis of hyaloid, secondary glaucoma, exfoliation/detachment of retina, congenital defect of the heart partition

Listed: February 13, 2012

Angela is very small for her age. She needs a family!

Update June 2013:
She is so sweet. She is blind, but follows with her head your voice and she smiles very big when you talk to her! She has such potential but is in a bed!!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 23, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, HIV+, 10+, Newly Listed Children, Older Child Grant (OA), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Gideon

gideon Boy, born 2001
HIV

He was hosted summer 2016:
We have tons of pictures of Gideon. He is such a good kid and he so badly wants a family of his own. He absolutely wants to be adopted! He has told us this many times during his stay so far. He also knows no one has chosen him due to his HIV status. He said he wants a family and to be loved like everyone else. It is heart breaking. Through it all though, he keeps such a good sense of humor and positive attitude. This boy needs a family and I believe he would bring countless blessings to his forever family. He is a really good kid who really wants a family.

He ages out in January of 2017 so a family must file an I600a by January 2017!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

August 23, 2016/by Michelle

Africa 3, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Newly Listed Children, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

John

john johnny Boy, 15 years old
back injury

John is from an African country who has lost both his parents to a recent tragic illness outbreak in his home country. John will turn 16 in January 2017 and he can no longer be adopted due to the visa requirements of the US. John is one of the most loving, kind and tenderhearted young boys that you will meet. Anyone that meets him are drawn in by his sweet spirit despite the fact that he has been through so much tragedy in his life. John fell out of a Mango tree when he was 4 years old and it caused an injury to his lower back- his disc is damaged and at times it pains him so much and will impact his ability to move around without hindrance. John keeps persevering despite the pain it causes him and he is able to keep his good mood.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information,
email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 8, 2016/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-1, Newly Listed Children, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Corey

Corey-001 Boy, born July 2001
Down Syndrome, Torticollis

He only has one year to find his family. Otherwise he will spend the rest of his life in an institution.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 7, 2016/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Newly Listed Children, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Dabney

Dabney Boy, born November 2003
PRC
Severe disorders of mental development; agenesis of corpus callosum; rickets

It is believed Dabney has Down syndrome (as it is listed his file twice) but there had not been a karyotype to confirm.

Listed: June 2016

Dabney is said to be fairly “high functioning”. He needs to be adopted prior to his 14th birthday, or he will age out and remain an orphan. His report is outdated; but as of 2009 he had good self-help skills, and was described as helpful and talented.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

June 6, 2016/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Guiliana

Guiliana (3) Guiliana (2) Girl, born January 2004
PRC
Down syndrome

Listed: May 20, 2016

Guiliana came into care when she was about two and a half years old. She has Down Syndrome and has been living in a foster family since 2007. In 2015, Guiliana can do self-care skills including putting on clothes, bathing and toileting skills and she attends school. At home, Guiliana helps take care of younger siblings and holds their hands firmly when going outdoors. There is a younger sister, who just joined the foster family who is scared of strangers and refused to be fed by foster parents. So Guiliana tried to feed her and surprisingly she allowed Guiliana to feed her. She is a helper at home and sweeps the floor after meals. Guiliana has good appetite and eats well.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 20, 2016/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Yancey

Yancey Boy, born Oct 2003
PRC
Down syndrome

Listed: May 20, 2016

Yancey is a handsome boy who is loved by many at his care center. Though he has very few words, Yancy has a great deal of intelligence and understanding of everything that goes on around him. Yancy’s files list him as having mild mental delay, but also in his file Down Syndrome is noted. He has had a chromosomal test to confirm Down Syndrome.

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/2VqLIP03CxY

From someone who met Yancey in May 2016: “I got to meet Yancy yesterday for the first time, outside playing in the playground. He was such a lovely boy to play with, and it was clear he does have good understanding and is a bright boy. We played on the trampoline for a while, and he loved being picked up and for me to carry him as I jumped up and down. One of the younger kindergarten classes from the ICC centre were having class outside and he went and stood with them as they looked inside the tiny fish pond. He was with them for quite a few minutes until they went back inside. I sensed a desire to learn. Although he did not speak much, he was still able to communicate using gestures. (I wonder would he pick up ASL well?)
I then sat with him for at least ten or fifteen minutes, as he played with the plastic flowers in the tiny fishpond. He blew on them and swished them around in the water. He was happy and content!

It was such a pleasure to meet Yancy and I hope to get to spend some more time with him in the days and weeks to come. I would love to see him adopted into a forever family who can help continue his development and give him a brighter future than is possible in the setting he is in.”

From someone who met Yancey in Sept 2015: “Please someone give Yancey a chance!! He has Down Syndrome, and from playing with him for about half an hour yesterday and seeing him again today, he seems like a bright boy who would do so well in a family! I met Yancy for the first time, outside playing on the playground. He was such a lovely boy to play with, and it clear he does have good understanding and is a bright boy. We played on the trampoline for a while, and he loved being picked up and for me to carry him as I jumped up and down. One of younger kindergarten classes were having class outside, and he went and stood with them as they looked inside the tiny fish pond. He was with them for quite a few minutes until they went back insides. I sensed a desire to learn. Although he did not speak much, he was still able to communicate using gestures. I then sat with him for at least 10-15 minutes, as he played with the plastic flowers in the tiny fish pond. He blew on them and swished them around in the water. He was happy and content!”

I would love to see him adopted into a forever family who can help continue his development and give him a brighter future than is possible in the setting he is in.”

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 20, 2016/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, HIV+, 10+, Older Child Grant (OA)

Alissa

alissa Girl, born 2002
HIV

Listed: February 1, 2016

She is a beauty! She will be available late July 2016!

From a family who met her in February 2016: “Oh boy she is amazing! I have seen a lot of orphans but very few like her. Beautiful, sweet, caring, motherly.”

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

February 1, 2016/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Recently Updated, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Elijah

Boy, born June 2003
PRC
Cerebral Palsy

Listed January 26, 2016

TWO VIDEOS:

Video 1- shows you how capable he is (warning that smile might steal your heart) https://vimeo.com/151409460
Video 2…. You can hear him say Mama and Baba in video can you imagine the disappointment he will feel if he ages out 🙁!!! https://vimeo.com/151409534

Elijah was found abandoned at the orphanage gate at five years old. On admission to the institute it was found that he suffered from cerebral palsy, was tested to have normal intelligence and was found to have weakened lower limbs. Although he tried, he could not walk, and he was given a wheelchair. He showed his strong will, and integrated into the group life in the institute. At the age of 7 years, he liked to play games with peers and share the toys with other children. He is polite to others, and always smiles at strangers who visit the orphanage.

He has received physical therapy at the institute, and after great diligence and perseverance on Elijah’s part, he can now walk slowly while holding onto handrails. In the institute, he is an obedient and sensible boy, and he is adored by the caretakers and medical staffs. The nannies and orphanage directors hope a family will chose him as he will make a wonderful addition to any family.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 26, 2016/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Aubrey

2003, Sept. 23rd, Aubrey Girl, born Sept 2003
PRC
Anemia; Nystagmus; Minor Delay

Listed: Dec 8, 2015

Adorable Aubrey has waited so long for a family already.

Aubrey is described as pure, kind and polite. Her outdated file states that she smiles at people every day. She is said to get along well with other children and caregivers, being very helpful to them and to others. When she was very young, her file also noted that she loved to be hugged by people she was familiar with. Please help us find this sweet girl a family- she has waited long enough! Aubrey is from a province that makes the travel part of the process as easy and convenient as possible for an adoptive family.

There is a $3,000 agency grant for Aubrey’s adoption with her current agency.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

December 8, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Becky

Becky (1) Girl, born Sept. 2003 Becky (2)
PRC
cognitive delays

Listed October 29, 2015

Becky is a pretty girl who is known for her sweet nature. She is 12 years old, and has been in care since she was a baby. Becky has lived in the same foster family for many years. Becky’s right leg is about 1cm shorter than her left, which causes her to walk with a slight limp. She has delays in her language, and cognitive skills. Becky is unable to retain much of what she is taught. She can follow directions, and is a big help around the house where she completes her chores quite happily. Becky responds to questions with a one word reply. She seldom uses two words together. Becky loves music, and loves to dance! She also enjoys watching cartoons. It is difficult to say if Becky will be able to live independently as an adult, but with the love and support of a family of her own, she will surely reach her full potential.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 29, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Bailey

Bailey Girl, born Jan 2003
PRC
Hypophrenia, muscular tension of upper limbs is low

Listed: April 3, 2013

Bailey dresses neatly and likes to be beautiful. She is shy but gets along well with other children. She listens well in class but has some difficulty understanding. She has some difficulty writing and with some personal care such as combing her hair, due to the low muscle tension in her upper limbs. Additional pictures available.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

August 3, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Timon

Timon Boy, born August 2003 Timon2
PRC
Hydrocephalus

Listed: July 31, 2015

VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVfnch_a7es

From a missionary who met him in 2016: ” He’s a very sweet boy always helping others, pushing the boys in his home in their wheelchairs or making sure they are sitting up straight or helping his nannies with chores. Timmy had a brain tumor removed last year, there is a lot of medical info available to interested families. There is also $7000 in AGENCY grant money. Please share this video, in it he is interviewed and said his dream is to go to America and that he wishes to be adopted…”

Timon is a handsome boy who has overcome some amazing odds. When he first came into care he was dependent on others for help and care. Under the care of the center he became an independent and chatty boy who was doing so well. In Feb 2015, his caregivers noticed some irregularities in his gait and activity level. A CT scan showed enlarged ventricles and a tumor mass. He had emergency surgery for shunt placement and tumor removal. The surgeon believes all of the tumor was removed and it tested benign. Timon recovered slowly and has been able to become independent again in caring for himself, eating and talking. His speech remains slurred and slower but he is understandable. He is also back to being able to read and write. In early April 2015 Timon had a second surgery to place an external shunt to drain fluid from the area where the tumor was located and to allow for brain growth. The surgery went well and the plan is to remove the external shunt after 6- 12 months. While the long term effects of these surgeries is not fully known and further brain scans will be needed to monitor for any recurrence, Timon has proven himself to be a fighter. He has shown great courage in all his surgeries and therapies. He has shown great perseverance and commitment to doing well individually and in the therapies that have helped him recover after surgery.Timon is an overcomer and needs a family who sees his potential and can help him reach it. Are you the family that will help his light shine bright?

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 31, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Rebecca

Rebecca Girl, born summer 2003
PRC
Down syndrome

Listed: July 14, 2015

A family hosted her two summers ago and would love to see her find her forever family. They’d be happy to talk to inquiring families. Comments from her host mother:

She is spunky, lively, funny. She had SUCH personality. She responded to love, to being held. She was strong-willed. Very much a “mommy”, too. But, if you had to tell her she did something she shouldn’t, she would break down and cry. So, I would hold her on my lap and she would curl up, close her eyes, and fake being asleep. She just wanted to be loved. She was funny, and LOVED to help. She loved sweeping and cleaning. Rebecca feeding baby

When here, we got her glasses but she didn’t like to wear them. She even hid them once. I would try to get her to wear them, but I didn’t want a “battle of wills” to develop. I let it go, and she would occasionally put them on. She had nystagmus, her eyes shook, and her head would shake a bit, too. It was very endearing to me. When she would insist on something she would stomp her foot, cross her arms, and give me a serious look. It made me smile. She can be bossy! Rebecca at pool

She LOVED swimming! The picture in the purple shirt and sunglasses is at the pool. Every day she would put her swimsuit on, waiting to go swimming, all ready to go in case we went! She blossomed so much! When she first came, she would not let me hug her, or touch her. I kept at it, she eventually curled up in my lap when upset. I would rock her to sleep.

She had the BEST laugh! I mean, with her entire heart and soul!! I. Loved. It!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 14, 2015/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Daphne

Daphne MAA Girl, born July 2003
PRC
Post-op anal atresia

Listed: March 24, 2015

Daphne is outgoing and has a quick smile. She enjoys playing with all kinds of toys and watching cartoons. She is close to the caretakers and with her friends. She is helpful and gets along well with the other children. She attends school inside the orphanage.

Daphne is diagnosed with post-op anal atresia. She has normal urination, but does not have bowel continence. She could likely achieve social continence with the support of a program like the one at Cincinnati Children’s or the one at Nationwide Children’s.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

March 24, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out

Victoria

Victoria Girl, born 2000
Mild Mental Delay

From a family that met her in early 2015:
She is so sweet. Speaks English very well and even translated for us some, she loves to dance and put on shows. The outfit she has on is a traditional dance costume; they were getting ready to put on a show for St Nicholas day.

July 2016 — said “no” to adoption

March 21, 2015/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Lauren

Girl, Born January 2002
From her medical records: chondrodysplasia

NEW PIC OF LAUREN!

Listed: August 7, 2010

Lauren says “HI Mama!! I’m here waiting for you!” (in this photo she is riding a rocking horse!)

Lauren is a super-sweet and active little girl. She is very social and affectionate, and will do well in a family setting.

As with all children living in these difficult conditions, this child’s cognitive development has regressed significantly since he/she was younger. It is of crucial importance that any family considering the adoption of an older child from the mental institution setting be well prepared for what to expect with regards to how the neglect and lack of adequate medical care and nourishment has affected this child. These children all have TREMENDOUS potential for improvement, and deserve to have a life outside these four walls.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 23, 2015/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Justine

Girl, Born June 2001
From her medical records: congenital microcephaly, autism

Listed: August 7, 2010

Justine is a pretty girl with dark hair and eyes. She is fully mobile and active. Her face bears features of FAS, but this is not documented and is only a cautionary disclosure.

As with all children living in these difficult conditions, this child’s cognitive development has regressed significantly since he/she was younger. It is of crucial importance that any family considering the adoption of an older child from the mental institution setting be well prepared for what to expect with regards to how the neglect and lack of adequate medical care and nourishment has affected this child. These children all have TREMENDOUS potential for improvement, and deserve to have a life outside these four walls.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 23, 2015/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Chrystyna

Girl, Born 2002

SIGNIFICANT RISK, PLEASE ADOPT ME SOON!!

Listed: August 7, 2010

Chrystyna is a beautiful, brown haired, brown eyed girl who deserves a chance at a better life! Her official orphanage papers say she has developmental delays/difficulties from birth, but nothing more specific than that. It is possible she has FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome). Her biological mother was deprived her parental rights in December 2004, and the biological father is not known. Chrystyna has so much potential, and will be a precious gift to any family who adopts her.

Chrystyna is already living in an institution, so we need a family for her right away!

UPDATE: God has been watching Chrystyna. She was recently transferred out of the institution into a wonderful facility, where they teach these children, work with them, and they appear very well cared for. The difference in the few girls who were transferred OUT of the institution is incredible! Please give these girls a second chance for a loving family!

If you are unfamiliar with FAS, please spend some time researching this condition. Just as with Down syndrome, FAS and FAE have a wide variation of effects on each child, both medically, physically, and cognitively. This is typically dependent on how long during the pregnancy the mother consumed alcohol, and of course, how much. There is no way to know this ahead of time.

From a family who met her, Sept 2012:
She is getting settled into her new environment. She seems to be very comfortable in her groupa. She is very beautiful and still has a lot of potential. She deserves a chance!

From someone who met her, June 2013:
During the music performance, she was constantly stimming really fast (like it looks like she is being fast forwarded) and after they finished she was taken out by a nanny. Not sure what is going on with her; If interested families want to see the videos they are welcome to! I know a family tried to take pictures of her last year but couldn’t get a good one because she moved so much!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 23, 2015/by admin

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Yaeger

Yaeger (1) Boy, born November 2003 Yaeger (2)
PRC
Cleft lip/palate, Hepatitis B

Listed: November 4, 2014

In June, 2009, he had his palate repaired. On admission he can’t speak clearly; others can understand what he says with listening carefully. His language development is normal, and he can express his thoughts. After surgery he is improved in pronouncing, much clearer than before. Usually the teacher correct his pronunciation, encourage him to more speaking and more communication.

He is fairly extroverted; he likes any interested things, including all kinds of toys and games. Once he is interested in it, he would be seriously involved it. He is closest to the persons who care him; for example, when having a class, he will embrace the teacher on his own initiative, as well as say “good morning”. Sometimes when taking part in the activities, he will ask the teacher to sit beside him and rest.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

November 4, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Bianca

Bianca 1 Girl, born August 2003
PRC
Slight/mild CP

Listed: November 4, 2014

Bianca is diagnosed with slight cerebral palsy. One of her best friends was adopted in March and she thought she had a family coming for her too, but she does not…yet! From a volunteer at her orphanage who has known her for years in regards to her file mentioning retardation of some sort: “She is bright and wonderful. She is personable and her CP is very slight. She would be a wonderful little girl and needs a mommy and daddy to help her to reach her full potential. I”m not sure why they put such words in files unless it means “delayed” or something to that capacity. She does go to the school outside the orphanage. She is currently living in a “family like” setting within the orphanage with three other girls and foster parents. She’s doing great!” From an Oct. 2013 update: Her speech is clear now. Bianca can speak complete sentences and read a textbook. She can do math too. She is independent in her daily life, doing things such as making her bed, sweeping the floor, and taking a shower. Bianca gets along well with her classmates and will greet people she knows. She rarely gets sick except for an occasional cold. At school she receives rehab training for her CP.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

November 4, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Aurora

Aurora (1)

Aurora (2) Girl, born May 2003
PRC
Brain Damage

At the orphanage Aurora likes to lead the younger girls. She will hold their hands and take them to play on the slide. When the children want to play on the trampoline, they will always call their “big sister,” and she will happily lift them up to play.

She has a strong ability to be self-sufficient. She likes to wash her own socks. When she speaks, the sound is not very clear, but each time after she finishes washing her things, she will run to the nanny and say, “Nanny, I am done washing, are they clean?” The nanny will pat her cheek and tell her how great she is, and she will happily hang the things out to dry.

The orphanage sent Aurora to a special education school to attend class. When she first went to the school, she was not very used to it and she didn’t talk much with the other children. With the teacher’s help, she started to slowly try to talk to her classmates. Because her pronunciation was unclear, she would use gestures when she spoke to help explain. It wasn’t long before she started to like going to school. She learned with her classmates and always participated actively in their games. She worked very hard and always earned the teachers’ praise. After class, she would take the initiative to set out the tables and chairs, and she would neatly put her school supplies in her schoolbag. She is a little girl who loves cleanliness. Each morning she makes her own bed and cleans up her area.

Now Aurora has grown even prettier and she is especially polite. When she sees a nanny, she will say “Hello, Nanny!” on her own initiative. She particularly likes to wear pretty skirts and twirl around, and she will always praise herself, saying, “Nanny, I am so pretty!” She is a hard-working girl, and although the clarity of her speech isn’t very good, she is very diligent. Each morning when she wakes up, she will read her lessons aloud, and if there is a part she doesn’t understand, she will ask the teacher. At school if she earns rewards of red flowers, beaded necklaces, or pencils, she will share with the other children on her own initiative.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

November 4, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Charlene

Charlene (2) Girl, born July 2003
PRC
Down Syndrome

Listed: November 4, 2014

This lovely little girl has Down syndrome. She is quiet, polite and likes to be tidy. In 2006 we sent her to a foster family for better care. She had great changes during the period in the family. She has built deep relationship the foster family and knows to care for her parents and people.

At the aspect of language, she can communicate with people. Sometimes she is slow in reaction, but she can express her needs. At the aspect of cognition, her intelligence is the best among the children with this disease. She can recognize the things and objects in the daily life and knows how to do. She has no problems in study after repeat practice. At the aspect of sociability, she studies in the team, likes music and dancing, often joins the performance. She also helps other children and cooperates the teacher’s teaching. She is beautiful and lovely. We all like her.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

November 4, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Ciel

CIel Boy, born November 2003
PRC
Post-op CL/CP

Listed: April 8, 2014

Ciel is a 12 year old boy with repaired cleft lip and palate. Ciel is shy, and is close to his foster family. He is clever and likes to learn. One update says he is delayed, but then talks about his articulation. Every other update says he is clever. Ciel’s teacher evaluated him highly, and he is well liked by his foster family. While he prefers the quiet, he also likes to go out biking. Ciel rarely gets sick, but he does go to the dentist frequently. He really likes Ultraman; this is mentioned in all the updates!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

April 8, 2014/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Brad

40225185351 Brad (1) 40225185351 Brad (4) Boy, born October 2001
Hydrocephalus, mental delay

Listed: February 25, 2014

From a family who met him in January 2014: We saw Brad quite a few times while we visited our daughter. Brad is very short for his age, and his head is definitely big proportional to his body. We observed him dancing in a recital two different times. He seemed coordinated. He is curious and intelligent. Brad always had a twinkle in his eye! I would love to talk about Brad to seriously interested parents.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

February 25, 2014/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Shirley

Shirley Girl, born February 2004
PRC
Cerebral Palsy

Listed: February 11, 2014

Shirley is a sweet girl who has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and high muscle tension in her legs. She has had surgery to help with the tension in her tendons. Shirley loves to play dress up with her dolls. She is currently attending a primary school and is learning a lot! Shirley has been living in a foster family since 2006 so that she could get more individualized attention. She go to therapies every day to make her body stronger. Shirley is able to take care of all her personal needs and is very independent. She has been taught about adoption and would like to be adopted!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

February 11, 2014/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Trent

40124201017 (1) Boy, born December 2001
Both eyes optic nerves atrophy, symptomatic epilepsy, diffuse nontoxic goiter, chronic tonsillitis.

Listed: January 27, 2014

Trent has not had any epileptic seizures. He cannot see straight (in front of him) but he has averted vision. Trent is quiet, modest, obedient; studies well. He has no mental delays.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 27, 2014/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-1, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Ambrose

31209220253 Ambrose (1) Boy, born April 2001
Down syndrome, no heart defect noted, mental delays

Listed: December 9, 2013

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December 9, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Alice

Alice Girl, born December 2003
PRC
Developmental Delay

Listed November 18, 2013

Alice is very caring and sweet. She is diagnosed as being developmentally delayed, but the volunteer at camp found her to be a very smart girl who loves chatting about everything around her!!

What Alice’s camp counselor had to say:
“I am writing about my girl Alice whom I worked with at camp for a week. Alice is such a great girl! She is 9 years old, loves crafts, singing and dancing in front of people in her own way, and taking care of others. As I watched her, I noticed how kind and sweet she is. Alice is so kind to others, especially children who are with her, or those she lives with at her orphanage.

One of the best moments I had with Alice was when we read our goodbye letters to each other. She seems so tough and tried not to show her emotions to me all week, but when I read my letter to her and she read her letter to me, she started crying. She cried for a very long time, which made me emotional and she turned and looked at me and whispered “I love you.” It broke my heart, but made me so thankful to have this sweet girl in my life that I didn’t realize I needed, until God placed her there.

Alice looks a little small for her age, but has no physical needs. She is very active, talks a lot once she gets to know you, and like I have said before, LOVES kids! It is so neat to see her take care of those around her, make sure they have enough to drink, to eat, and that they are clothed well. Any family would be so blessed to have Alice in their life and I hope you consider adopting her!! She is so amazing and I’m blessed to know her and call her my little sister.”

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

November 18, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Evelyn

Evelyn (1) Evelyn (2) Girl, born August 2003
PRC
Developmental delays

Listed: September 10, 2013

Evelyn is a pretty little girl who was abandoned at age 5 in a rural area. She had received no education and therefore is now a 10 year old trying to catch up with her peers. She is one of the favorites at the center. Several nannies take her home with them so she can experience family life. In the center she is in a room with 4 girls and 1 nanny. She is very shy especially around strangers. Evelyn attends the special class at school and is now able to count to 100 and on her own told me “thank you” although they say she does not understand many words in English. Her writing is excellent. She also loves to sing and is very talented.

Evelyn’s favorite foods are apples and chicken wings. Her favorite color is pink. She truly wants to be adopted and go to America….QUICKLY! (as stated in her own words!)

From an agency that previously had her file: “We brought her to the USA for hosting last summer and her behavior was uncontrollable and violent at times. She was very unhappy to be here, cried a lot, was very demanding of her host family, and had tantrums every day. We are not saying this child should not be adopted, but it will take a very patient family and they will need to be well-trained in how to deal with older children who have experienced trauma and who may have an attachment disorder.”

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

September 10, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Robert

Robert-Asia Boy, born September 2003
PRC
Complex CHD

Listed: July 30, 2013

Robert is a shy and quiet boy who is at risk of aging out!

He has been diagnosed with complex CHD: cardianastrophe; left atrium structure in both sides; ASD; moderate back flow of common valve, double exit of right ventricle, pulmonary artery stenosis, and A-P fistula or window. Due to the severity of the condition for this little boy, he has not been able to receive treatment at this time. The severity of his condition does impact his daily life as he is not able to partake in intense actions. In 2009 Robert studied in the preschool and had normal development. His caregivers note that he is very cute and clever and gets along well with other children. He enjoys reading and playing games with friends.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 30, 2013/by Lisa

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Quilliam

Quilliam Boy, born February 2004
PRC
postoperative intracranial hemorrhage

Listed: July 9, 2013

Quilliam was found under an overpass when he was 2 months old. He had 2 procedures before the age of 1 which left him with lowered function of his upper left arm. At the date of his last report he was 7 and was learning to ride a bike and taking saxophone and calligraphy lessons. His teachers say that he is a well behaved student who often gets small awards from his teachers. Quilliam gets along well with other students and likes to help.

He is an honest, outgoing, kindhearted child who loves to listen to stories on the radio and loves to share stories about his school day with his foster parents. Who wouldn’t enjoy having a son who actually tells you what he did at school instead of just saying “Nothing.”

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

July 9, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Older Child Grant (OA), Orphanage 50, Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Solomon

Sy 2001 (1) Boy, born March 2001
Significant mental delays, sequela after viral encephalitis, cerebral palsy, tetraparesis, epilepsy

Listed: May 22, 2013

He was a truly desperate sight. He sat rocking back and forth and moaning and staring into space. I wonder how a real life in a family could break the shell he is now locked in. My heart breaks for him even now!

10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 22, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Older Child Grant (OA), Orphanage 50, Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Mario

Boy, born May 2001
Mental delays, inborn hydrocephaly, cerebral palsy, anemia

Listed: May 22, 2013

When I met him he was in the institution, but he has since moved to the first happy home (after another boy was adopted) so he is in a much better situation. I know emotionally he suffers, as he cries an awful lot.

10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 22, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Dean

dean Boy, born September 2003
PRC
Mental delays

Listed: May 13, 2013

Dean is a shy boy who was found and brought to the institute when he was 5 years old. Since admission, Dean has improved his motor skills and intellectual development. At 5 years of age, could go up and down stairs. At age 6, he could run slowly and recognize the difference between males and females. At age 7, Dean is fully toilet trained and says thank you when given things. He learned how to do simple chores at age 8, and could do basic self-management by age 9. Dean is an introverted child that gets along well with children at the school and institute.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 13, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Jennie

Jennie Jennie sm
Girl, born August 2003
PRC
Down syndrome, malnutrition

Listed: April 7, 2013

The information we have for Jennie is very outdated. We know she is walking, and as of age 8 she wasn’t talking.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

April 7, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, EE-1B, HIV+, 10+, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Devora

Devora Girl, born February 2002
Mental delay, HIV

Listed: March 4, 2013

Creative, eager

Devora is a real sweetie pie! She loves to have her head rubbed, and enjoys being tickled. Her smiles and giggles are absolutely heart melting! She does not talk, stand, or walk as far as I could tell. Her idea of mischief is to kick off a shoe or hide her arm inside of her sweatshirt, and she’d giggle as these things were corrected.

She seemed to find it very amusing when I would ask her where her hand was, then say “There it is” as I removed it from inside of her shirt. This became a game, and she would giggle as she hid her arm again as soon as I removed it from inside of her shirt. She is a very content little girl, and something as simple as a spiky ball could put a big grin on her face. I never saw her upset as long as she was allowed to play in either her bed or her chair, but she would become upset if I tried to move her to a more unfamiliar area to play.

Elinor, Devora, Isolde, Julia, Sullivan, Artemur, Duane, Abner and Irina may all be in the same region.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

March 4, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Zayne

Zane Zayne Boy, born September 2003
PRC
Down syndrome

Listed: February 20, 2013

Zayne wishes to be adopted by a family abroad. He hopes to have a dad and mum to call his own. He enjoys playing outside with other children!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

February 20, 2013/by Michelle

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Andrew

Andrew Boy, born August 2003 Andrew update
PRC
Albinism

Listed: January 29, 2013

Andrew lives with a foster family since 2004, for his better development and he feels warm towards his family. His foster parents take good care of him, and he has become more and more active and bright. His vision problem which was resulted from albinism didn’t affect his daily life, his physical indexed are within normal range.

Andrew is a bright boy; sometimes he is shy in front of strangers, but he is joy for his parents at home. He often helps his mother do something within his power such as sweep the floor, wipe table, wash clothes etc. He is a good student at school, respect teachers, studies hard, help other classmates, has good word of mouth, often praised by teachers and classmates.

He is such a good boy, and we sincerely hope he could have a secure and happy family in which his parents love him very much.

Update 2014: Andrew has mixed feelings about adoption. He would like to have his own forever family but his very best friend was recently placed in hers and he misses her … A LOT. He feels the emptiness in his own life that her adoption has left. When Andrew was asked how he felt about adoption, he immediately put his head down and sobbed, and sobbed and sobbed. His caregivers were able to explain the loss he feels about his dearest chum. Andrew shared with the team he would also like a chance to be adopted.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 29, 2013/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-1, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Artemur

2014

Boy, born January 2002
DS, atrial septal defect, polydactyly of the left hand

Listed: December 19, 2012

From a volunteer who met him in November 2014: “Artemur really needs to get out. Artemur is probably the strongest and one of the biggest children in his group, eventhough he’s only the size of a preschooler. The nurse who knew how to handle this group, an Artemur, isn’t there anymore. Artemurs behavior has gone worse. He bullies other children and he hits them. He doesn’t listen when nurses try to correct him. But as soon as he gets the positive attention of an adult he totally changes, he starts smiling and behaving very sweet. He is desperate for love and attention. They allowed us to take him (and some other stronger children) for a walk and that makes him so excited. He runs around and he want to explore everything there is to see. It’s a very eager boy. He just needs someone to teach him how to interact with other children. I think he would do best in a family with no younger (or at least smaller) children. Artemur is potty trained. When the nurses ask him to help bring the toys inside or push a wheel chair he will help. He knows how to react on verbal instructions. He has some language, but his language isn’t very clear. I have never seen him communicate about his needs with the nurses.”

Artemur is a handsome boy who has already been waiting far too long for a family of his own!

Large families welcome, multiple children may be adopted together from the same orphanage. Elinor, Devora, Isolde, Julia, Sullivan, Artemur, Duane, Abner and Irina may all be in the same region.

From someone who met Artemur in 2012: Artemur is a ladies man 😉 He loves to greet visitors with a formal “Hello”, a chair for the visitor to sit on, and for the ladies he’ll kiss their hands and sometimes request a kiss by pointing to his cheek. He has ten toes and ten fingers, and appears healthy. He is one of the two highest functioning boys in his group and is a big helper. He is quite verbal, and he has good self-care skills, he is able to feed himself and ask to use the restroom. He likes to play with etch a sketches, toy phones, and bubbles. Artemur would probably do better in a family environment where he can be the youngest in the family.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

December 19, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-8, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Gabriel L16

photoboy Boy, Born December 2001

Down syndrome

Listed: October 9, 2012

Handsome Gabriel! 14 years old and really needs a loving, experienced family to give him the life he deserves. He probably has a bit of ADHD, possibly ASD. He is considered relatively low functioning (compared to other children with Down syndrome). But he is active, able, and deserving of a better life than he’s got!

Gabriel will do best in an environment without younger children. He is a big boy and can be assertive at times. He has tremendous potential and I can’t wait to see him blossom in his new family! Older parents and larger families welcome!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 9, 2012/by Andrea

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-8, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Brady L9

boysillouettenophoto Boy, Born April 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: October 9, 2012

Brady is a young man who is 15 years old. He has blue eyes and light brown hair. Brady by nature is calm, kind and he likes tactile communication with an adult.

Brady needs a loving, experienced family of his own. He has heart and pulmonary conditions that desperately need to be addressed. These impact his physical and cognitive abilities, and keep him from achieving his full potential. Full medical and social history available.

Older parents, large families, and single moms are welcome.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 9, 2012/by Andrea

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, EE-8, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Jill L22

photogirl Girl, Born January 2002
Down syndrome

Listed October 8, 2012

Jill is a beautiful young lady who needs a loving, experienced family. She is considered profoundly delayed. She does attend a school for children with special needs, and she does recv therapy and specialized care in her orphanage. She is growing well (size-wise), but she needs full care. She tries to walk but gets tired easily. She has some autistic/institutional behaviors, and craves sensory input.

Full medical and social history available. Wonderful program with a great agency partner. Older parents, large families, and single moms welcome. Families should be experienced with international adoption and the challenges of older children with special needs. Photos available.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 8, 2012/by Andrea

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, EE-8, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Fritz L4

boysillouettenophoto Boy, Born June 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: October 8, 2012

Handsome Fritz is already 15 years old. He has blonde hair and hazel eyes. Fritz is blessed to live in a nice orphanage, but he needs a family of his own. He is considered lower functioning, and really needs a family who is experienced with adopting older children.

Fritz may struggle with some sensory or ASD challenges….he is very responsive but needs a lot of self-help and guidance from parents/caregivers. He would probably do best in a family where he can get lots of attention from his parents and older typical siblings….be the focus of the family!

Wonderful program, outstanding agency partner…older parents, large families, and single moms welcome. More photos and medical info available.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

October 8, 2012/by Andrea

Asia, At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Single Moms, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Boys, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Brian

Boy, born April 2003
PRC
Congenital Scoliosis

Listed: August 26, 2012

Brian is now in Grade 5; he likes arts and drama,he is a good student. He is living in the foster family in the orphanage,he is close to the little brother and little sister in the foster family. He is willing to be adopted by a foreign family.

He hasn’t had any corrective surgery before.

Brian likes reading, drawing and playing game with friends. He is extroverted, easy-going and active. He gets along with other children,and he likes to help the younger ones. He is a very good boy cause stays postive is hard in the orphanage,please help him to have a family.

Brian is outgoing and can express himself well. He says hello when he sees people and can tell the function of regular tools. He can distinguish many and little and can find the mistakes in pictures. He often raises questions and is very curious. He loves singing and performing. He likes to dance to the music and can recite children’s songs. He loves to listen to stories, see pictures and watch cartoons. He enjoys outdoor activities. Brian is good at caring for himself. He can finish his own things independently. He can feed himself, go to bathroom, take on and off clothes, socks and shoes without help. He likes toy cars very much.

UPDATE Jan 2015:
Brian is being hosted in the US this winter! Brian is quite mischievous and needs firm guidance, but the host family is happy with him. He has come out of his shell and is much more outgoing. Brian is becoming more comfortable and confident with his surroundings and is more willing to engage with people. He is engaging with other kids and having fun with them. Brian is independent, mischievous, strong- willed, but also pleasant, funny, and persistent (when he wants to learn something, he sticks to it for quite a while.) He likes to tease, and he smiles a lot! He is very interested in playing the guitar, playing ping pong, and learning how to ride a bike. Naturally, he prefers noodles and rice, but he is willing to try other things. Although he does not seem to be a great fan of American food, he did like grapes, muffins and eggs. He also ate hamburgers and requested pizza.

Brian’s intellectual development is close to that of children of his age. He is outgoing and can express himself well. Brian often raises questions and is very curious. He loves singing and performing. He likes to dance to music and can recite children’s songs. He loves to listen to stories, see pictures and watch cartoons. He enjoys outdoor activities. Brian is good at caring for himself. He can finish his own things independently. He likes toy cars very much. Brian is not picky about food. We hope Brian finds a loving home soon!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

August 26, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, Older Child Grant (OA), Other Angels Girls, 10+, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Tatumn

Girl, born January 2002
She has moderate mental delays

Listed: August 13, 2012
What a beautiful smile!

Currently Tatumn lives in school orphanage. She is very friendly and easy-going.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

August 13, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, EE-1, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Emmalyn

Girl, born May 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: May 25, 2012

UPDATE December 2015: Emmalyn is a beauty, with her shy smile! Emmalyn likes having her picture taken and is a friendly and happy young lady!

Emmalyn (along with Kinley) are in a facility for older disabled children.

Such a gift to be able to advocate for these older girls. Large families welcome!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 25, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, EE-1, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Kinley

Girl, born April 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: May 25, 2012
UPDATE December 2015: “This is Kinley. She is a great girl who loves attention. She tries everything the other girls are doing. She is nonverbal and makes her needs known by gestures. She understands staff. Kinley is inquisitive and very interested in what is going on around her. She is affectionate and a real cutie pie!! “

FINALLY! A better picture of Kinley! She is running out of time! Sweet Kinley, she’s never has really had her picture taken before, but she’s trying! It’s apparent she’s in need of dental work, and either glasses or surgery to help her vision. Kinley could be adopted with Emmalyn. She’s already waited so long, let’s find Kinley her mama!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

May 25, 2012/by Michelle

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Orphanage 50, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Katrina

Girl, Born December 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: January 31, 2012

Oh what a miracle, to have an updated photo of Katrina!!! And there is the light I knew had to be there! She doesn’t realize it, but now that she has a profile here on Reece’s Rainbow, Katrina has a CHANCE…a chance for a new life, a family of her own, to get out of these four walls and to have something to smile about.

VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sl34tb1wkg

From her medical records: Down syndrome, significant cognitive delay (coupled with FAS), flatfoot, partial atrophy of optic nerves, esotropia, secondary cardiomyopathy.

From a missionary who visited in August 2014: “Katrina is such a clever little munchkin. She mimics lots of different things, massage therapy, diapers changes, hammering in nails. Pulling faces the whole time, she is hilarious! She loves cuddles and once she has you she doesn’t want to let go. She still drinks from a bottle. She can walk. She cannot talk (yet). She can be a bit rough at times (scratching / hitting / pushing) so would be better in a family with bigger kids. She just wants to be loved. “

From a missionary who visited with her in March 2012: Oh my heart…I so wanted to bring her home! She is a giggly soft hearted darling…she needs a mama!

From a family who met her, summer 2014:
Katrina was sitting in a stroller both times we saw her but I know she can walk. She seemed very happy to sit and listen to music during a concert for the orphanage, and she looked over at us with curiosity a few times. Her eyes are gorgeous. She was super cute and smiley, also calm and entertained when we saw her.

She was one of the girls selected for the group home, and the individual attention and instruction should really help her transition into a family! Even though she is getting better care right now, she would make even more progress in a real home. She needs a family!

Katrina and Tania can be adopted together if a family is approved and interested. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

January 31, 2012/by Andrea

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Amelia #2-1

Girl, Born August 2001
Down syndrome

Listed September 27, 2010

Amelia was born with a Congenital cardiac malformation – Fallot’s tetralogy. Surgery was performed in 2005 and her heart condition was completely corrected. Amelia is currently living in a mental institution. She is delayed in all aspects of her development but does receive therapy. She also participates in the granny/grandchild program at the institution. She walks with support. Her speech is developing. She is making sounds and can say “no” and attempts to say the word for granny. She responds to her name, follows basic directions, and plays with toys. She drinks from a cup and eats independently. She enjoys affection, responds well to being cuddled, and is a very happy child.

Photo and medical report were updated in 2014. SINGLE MOMS, OLDER PARENTS, & LARGE FAMILIES WELCOME, EASY TRAVEL
MULTIPLE CHILDREN CAN BE ADOPTED AT THE SAME TIME.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

September 27, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Girls, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Isabelle #2-2

Isabelle Sept 2013 (1) Girl, Born February 2002
Down syndrome

Listed: September 27, 2010

From her medical records: The child is in a very good general condition. Elementary thinking processes are observed. She can’t speak but pronounces sounds and combinations of sounds: ba-ba, etc. that are completely random. She knows her name and reacts when called. She carries out elementary orders. She is not oriented for place and time. Her attention is unstable, her memory is mechanic.

In emotional aspect the child is calm, merry and playful. She enjoys the attention that she is paid and actively seeks it. She easily enters into interaction with the children and the adults in the orphanage. She has friends among the children and prefers to play with them. She reacts actively in musical classes – makes rhythmical movements, but almost doesn’t play with toys and prefers to put them in her mouth or toss them.

The child walks independently and carries out the orders of the physical therapist – crouches, stands up. She already eats by herself. She doesn’t signal about her physiological needs and is taken care of entirely by the personnel of the orphanage.

The child is being taught to put her clothes on and take them off on her own. The training for gaining life skills continues.

Single moms and large families welcome, easy travel!

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

September 27, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, EE-1, HIV+, 10+, Older Child Grant (OA), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Devon (Brian)

Devon 11007070126 (1) Boy, Born October 15, 2001

Listed: September 11, 2010

Devon was previously listed as “Brian” — but it’s the same boy! He’s so handsome, and still waiting for a family.

*** I am eligible for a $10,000 Older Child Grant! For more information, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

September 11, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Brett #19-1

Boy, Born August 23, 2001

Diagnosis: Down Syndrome, Severe lagging behind in his development, Alopetio areata

Listed: June 23, 2010

Brett was born premature at home and taken to an open field, where he was abandoned. He was there for 6 hours before being rescued and taken to a local hospital, where he was treated for shock, hypothermia, bug bites all over his body and difficulty breathing. Once released from the hospital, he was placed in an orphanage and later transferred to a mental institution, where he lives today. From a physical standpoint, he suffered several bouts of bronchitis and other sicknesses as a young child. He does have alopecia (hair loss), but does not have any other health problems at this time. Based on one of the video clips, it appears that Brett is able to pop his hip out of socket, as his can turn his leg at an unnatural angle. He can walk and move freely around in his environment.

Brett suffers from many delays as a result of spending over 10 years in an institutionalized setting. He walks, plays with toys, communicates using gestures and interact with adults at will. He is NOT aggressive. The staff cares for all his basic needs and he is not receiving any academic instruction or any noted therapies at this time. Several photos and videos of Brett from December 2012 are available.

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June 23, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Marlowe #18-1

Marlowe (1)

Marlowe (2) Boy, Born August 2001

Down Syndrome, Inborn cardiac malformation – persisting arterial channel, Lung hypertonia, Severe lagging behind in his development.

Listed: June 23, 2010

UPDATE MAY 2015: Marlowe was born in 2001. At the birth the child was with atresia of the esophagus and tracheoesophageal fistula due to which a surgery was performed on the third day after the birth. There was clinical data for Down Syndrome. Congenital cardiac malformation – persistent arterial canal and pulmonary hypertension. Persistent ductus arteriosus; Eisenmenger Syndrome. Infantile cerebral palsy – spastic quadric paresis, moderately expressed; Hypotrophy; Hypothyroidism; Cryptorchidism; Severe mental delay.

Marlowe walks with the help of an adult and makes several steps on his own. His physical development doesn’t correspond to his age. He doesn’t speak. Marlowe would hold a toy given to him for a short time; he demonstrates interest in the objects and studies them; he makes eye contact and follows an adult if he is appropriately stimulated. He would look at his reflection in the mirror for a long time and makes attempts to touch it. He is entirely served by an adult. He eats mashed food and is fed by an adult. He is a student in the special education school.

He is calm and doesn’t demonstrate aggression or auto-aggression. He clearly expresses when he’s happy. The child doesn’t speak but he reacts when called by his name. He pronounces some combinations of sounds and irrational syllables. He wouldn’t play with peers and prefers the company of adults. The child demonstrates initiative for interaction with adults and children.

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June 23, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Adam #16-1

DOB: 2001
Down syndrome, autistic traits

Listed: June 23, 2010

Adam has lived in a mental institution since shortly after his 4th birthday. Visitors to the institution have described it as very nice and more like a nice hotel than a mental institution. The children are well cared for and have many opportunities to experience things. Yet Adam is still missing the love and attention that comes with having a family of his own.

Adam is 10 years old. He walks and his gross motor skills are well developed. He does not talk at this time but does follow verbal directions. He feeds himself with a spoon but still requires some assistance with dressing. He plays with toys and enjoys music time, but prefers to play alone instead of with the other children. He is not aggressive toward himself nor others and is described as “a calm child”. He does the stereotypical rocking back and forth when sitting, which is a common “orphanage behavior”. He attends school in the local village. He’s in a special education class. He is not interested in most school activities, though he does enjoy music time.

UPDATE DEC 2014: Adam is currently living in a group home. He walks independently and goes up and down stairs, but is very careful and always seeks support before acting. He electively carries out orders and doesn’t react to his name. He plays for a short time and doesn’t seek contact with the children from the group. He has preferences for certain toys but doesn’t use them according to their purpose. He is apt to seclusion and avoids group activities. He is a calm child, reacts to emotional stimuli and differentiates different tones of the voice. During celebrations and musical activities he moves away to play on his own. He requires assistance for tasks such as dressing and toileting.

Photos and videos from December 2014 are available through the agency.

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June 23, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Recently Updated, Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Chad #14-2

Boy, born April 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: June 23, 2010

Chad was born in 2001, he started looking at objects at the age of 6-7 months old; he started reacting to sounds at the age of 4-5 months old; he started sitting independently at the age of 1 year and 8 months and he walks with support since he’s been 2 years and 6 months. Chad has Down Syndrome; Delays in the neuro-psychical development; Moderate mental delay.

The child considerably lags behind for his age in his physical development. His motions are uncoordinated. The fine motor skills are not mastered. The child walks independently and climbs up stairs with support. His attention is difficult to attract and to keep. His memory is with limited volume and the memorization is primarily mechanic, with accumulation. The child reacts with increased anxiety and cry to unfamiliar environments. He participates in group activities with the other children and actively contacts them. He cheers up when contacted by an adult and reacts by uttering sounds of cheer and watching the adult in the eyes. Chad is oriented in the space in the different parts of the day. He demonstrates bond, cheer, anxiety, and guilt. He calmly observes the children playing. He would play with them and is happy from their contacts. He carries out elementary instructions: “come”, “sit down”, “give me your hand”. The child doesn’t have developed skills for self-help and needs constant support. He can eat independently. He can’t dress or undress but cooperates when changed. He reacts to his name. He is oriented in the daily routine. Chad collage 1

He understands the speech of the others when it is simple. He pronounces single sounds by imitation. He is interactive, seeks contact, and demonstrates selectivity and preferences in his interactions with the other children and the personnel. He has expressive facial mimics that he shows his emotions with. He likes to listen to songs, laughs out loud and claps with his hands. He moves in tune with the music and is very mobile and energetic. He attracts the attention of the adults by pulling them or patting them with his hands because he can’t speak. He pronounces separate syllables – “ma”, “ba”, “da”, as well as words with repetitive syllables – “mama”, “baba”.

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June 23, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Dixon #2-3

Boy, Born March 2001
Down syndrome

Listed: June 23, 2010

From his medical records: Elementary thinking processes are observed. He can’t speak but pronounces separate sounds and some syllables. He knows his name and reacts when called. He carries out very elementary orders come here, give me your hand, and lie down. He distinguishes praise and reprimand. He is not oriented for a place and time. His attention is unstable, his memory is mechanic. He gives his hand for a greeting. He walks independently and has good general motorics. The fine motorics are limited. In emotional aspect the child is calm and quiet. He rejoices at the attention he is paid but prefers to play alone. He likes to play with toys by turning them from all sides. He looks at his hands with a great deal of interest and entertains himself by making different movements with them. The child is taken care of entirely by the personnel. The child is included in the project Granny and grandchild and learns how to eat independently. A speech therapist works with the child in order to develop his speech skills. The training how to eat on himself continues.

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June 23, 2010/by admin

At-risk of Aging Out, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Moms, Down Syndrome, 10+ Boys, Older Child Grant (DS), Sizeable Grants ($10,000+)

Tanner #31-1

Boy, Born July 2001

Down syndrome, deafness, strabismus

Listed: June 23, 2010

Tanner was transferred to a group home in 2014. He is very small for his age and has delays in all aspects of his development. While he has an official diagnosis of deafness, he does respond to some sounds, so it is thought that he has some degree of hearing loss, but that he is not completely deaf. He does not have any speech, but he does respond to some basic commands and also to hand gestures. It is possible that many of his delays could be compensated for once his hearing issues are addressed.

Tanner attends a school for children with special needs. He doesn’t have problems following the rules in class and at school. He is calm and usually smiling. He is the favorite of the children at school. He is not aggressive and doesn’t get irritated by the other children. His expressive speech is not developed. He carries out simple commands – “stop”, “sit down”, “give me”, and “take”. He knows his place in the classroom – he has a favorite spot in each classroom. He is oriented in the rooms and partially in the school building. He opens and closes the closets. He can lock and unlock the doors of the closets if the key is put in. He tries to put in the key (rarely manages) and is happy if he succeeds. He likes to look at books with pictures. He has a favorite book in each classroom, picks it up and manipulates with it. He observes the other children while they work. He shows interest in pictures of animals. He works with desire in the classes for physical education.

Photos and videos from December 2014 are available through the agency.

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June 23, 2010/by admin

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