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Gabriel L16
Boy, Born December 2001
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Handsome Gabriel! 11 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! Interested families should be home study approved prior to commitment. Older parents and larger families welcome!
Nikolajs L15
Boy, Born May 2002
Down syndrome
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Nikolajs is 10 years old and waiting for his family to find him. His name means “Victory of the People”. Walks free, is active in the environment which is known to him. Is not able to talk but understands what others are saying, uses gestures when communicates. Expresses emotions by making different sounds and by imitating gestures, likes to imitate different activities, likes dancing or talking by the toy cell phone. Nikolajs also likes playing, has interest in books and magazines. He is calm and he likes to play with his toys alone. Makes role plays – cooperates with other children when wants to. Likes leafing books. Nikolajs knows his digits from 1 to 5 on his fingers. Also points to correct letters when asked. Takes part in sports and culture events at the orphanage.
Full medical and social history available!
Brady L9
Boy, Born April 2001
Down syndrome
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Brady is a young man who is 11 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. Families considering Brady should be home study approved prior to commitment.
Older parents, large families, and single moms are welcome.
Christian L11
Boy, Born May 2004
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Christian has positive reactions towards the adults with whom he is familiar. Has interest about what surrounds him, though not very big and also not very sustainable. Makes unarticulated sounds. He sleeps well, but has difficulties to fall asleep.
Christian attends school and gets good references from his teachers, he is starting to express his opinion – murmurs when tries to answer. Active and joyful and as most boys – he likes cars and playing with them. Is able to move up and down the stairs, eats self-dependently, though has self-care difficulties (still working on toileting), likes long walks in fresh air but is able to do them only with holding on one’s hand.
Christian has amazing potential….what a joy to get to watch him grow and thrive in a forever family!
Older parents, large families, and single moms welcome. Great program!
Alys
Girl, born February 2003
Mental delays, fetal alcohol syndrome, microcephaly, partial atrophy of optic nerve, birth vitium cordis
Alys is a beautiful, sweet girl who is already 9 years old! She has significant mental delays, FAS, microcephaly and partial atrophy of optic nerve. She could greatly benefit from a family!
Married couples only. Larger families and older parents welcome. Travel required. Families considering Alys should be home study approved (or nearly so) prior to commitment.
Seeley
Boy, born January 2007
CP, mental delays, convergent squint, dysontogenetic cardiopathy, partial atrophy of optic nerve
Another crib baby- this little guy is 5 years old and spends much of his time in his crib. He has significant special needs and could greatly use the love of a family! He was cared for by his mother until early this year (April 2012). He has CP, mental delays, convergent squint, dysontogenetic cardiopathy, partial atrophy of optic nerve.
Braden
Boy, born September 2006
Mental delays, dysontogenetic cardiopathy, convergent squint, umbilical hernia.
Braden lived with his mother until her death before entering the orphanage last year (2011). You can tell he was LOVED and taken care for. He is doing quite well compared to many of the other children which is attributed to being in a family versus institution. Who knows how much he could improve with the love of a family! He also has a caregiver he has attached to.
He is a mobile child and very active. He tries to walk himself. He understand what most people are talking about but he can’t talk in sentences. He can pronounce some words. He can’t service himself, need assistance to eat. He tries to hold a spoon in his hands. He recognizes his caregivers and can follow simple instructions. These are all GOOD things!
Victor
Boy, born May 2003
Mental delays, CP, spastic tetraparesis. Speech, motoric, physical development delays; functional cardiopathia, convergent squint
Another smiler! He has significant delays and has potential to thrive in a family! As all children in this orphanage he is living on borrowed time.
Saul
Boy, born February 2003
Mental delays, CP, birth atrophy of optic nerve, retina dystrophy, contracture of leg joints
Look at that smile! Anytime these children smile that is a GOOD sign!! He is already 9 years old- pretty soon he will be entering an adult mental institution where his chances of being adopted are near impossible.
Geneva L12
Girl, Born October 1999
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SO grateful to have this opportunity to share these beautiful older children with you! Geneva is darling….almost 13 years old and growing so well. She is much loved, and attends a school for children with special needs in the 5th grade.
Geneva has a little hyperactivity…she gets bored easily with things and goes from activity to activity. She does not use words or gestures to express her desires. She has such potential to learn to communicate, it would open up her own world and improve her level of frustration. Geneva also has alopecia areata (like Reece!)…she may benefit from Vitamin D therapy and/or steroid treatment for that hair loss.
From her caregivers: Very lively girl, moves all the time. Wants individual attention to be focused on her. Does not react on the admonishments of carers. Girl gladly attends lessons but does not understand the need for them. Does not ‘see’ herself in the mirror. Is not able to repeat movements with her lips and tongue. Has good self-service skills and also tries to help others. Gladly draws with pencils, chalks and also paints. Is trying to learn to ride in the three-wheel bike. Likes walking around the city, going to cinema. Behaves well, eats with fork. She is a singleton, does not participate in the group activities.
Older parents and large families welcome. Parents should be home study approved prior to commitment.
Dante L3
Boy, Born April 2000
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Isn’t Dante handsome? My goodness! 12 years old and full of life and potential. Considered quite high functioning by the staff and caregivers. Very smart, active, friendly, helpful…enjoys the computer very much, as well as hockey and basketball. Loves people and playing with other children, but likes to have his own time as well. Speaks well, understands clearly, responds appropriately. He even knows how to ride a bike safely in the street! He is generous with his things, but also takes care of them. (I’m wondering where I can get a child like this!? Wow!)
He does seem to need glasses (he squints a lot). Full medical and social history available.
Praying Dante will not have to wait one second longer now that he has a voice and a chance through Reece’s Rainbow. Older parents and large families welcome, single moms welcome. Wonderful program!
Dixie L2
Girl, Born January 1999
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Dixie is going to make a WONDERFUL daughter! She is SO smart, helpful, kind, sociable….she needs a chance to live her life outside of an orphanage. Her speech is very delayed, but she has computer skills and loves to browse through books. She is active outside and enjoys sports and playing. She is a “lttle mommy”, and enjoys helping other children whose needs are greater than hers. Dixie goes to a special needs school where she is in 7th grade. She does have glasses, but she doesn’t like wearing them….sound familiar? 
Dixie is describe as a “keen-witted young lady”. I LOVE that they see her as the 13 year old she is, and not as a child.
Dixie can be adopted by older parents, larger families, and single moms. Families should have experience with international adoption. Full medical and social history available.
Jordan L26
Boy, Born November 2001
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Jordan is 11 years old. He has light brown hair and brown eyes. Instead of playing soccer and other games, Jordan clings to a walker because he has vision problems, and it makes him feel so uncertain about the world around him 
Jordan has tremendous potential in a loving, experienced adoptive family.
Diagnosis: Severe mental retardation, significant behavioral changes that require looking after or treatment (F72.1). Down Syndrome. Atrophy of optic nerve. Thrombocytopenia. VCC – atrial septal defect.
Older parents, large families and single moms welcome. A family where Jordan can be the youngest, with older siblings, would be ideal for his learning and attachment. He has missed out on so much in life Families should be home study approved (or nearly so) prior to commitment.
Crystal L25
Girl, Born November 2001
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Crystal is so pretty! Dark hair and brown eyes. She does have Down syndrome, but also has many facial features of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome) as well. Crystal has tremendous potential. She has been significantly impacted by very poor vision and hearing, and that has resulted in lower cognition and physical abilities. Imagine how her world could open up with medical treatment, glasses, and hearing aids!
Crystal can be assertive sometimes, so a family with older children is recommended. Full medical and behavioral info available. Older parents, large families, and single moms welcome. Families should be home study approved (or nearly so) prior to committing for Crystal.
Jill L22
Girl, Born January 2002
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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. Approved home study required prior to commitment.
Thomas L19
Boy, Born November 2003
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Hi Thomas! Thomas is 9 years old and waiting for his forever family. He is in 2nd grade now in his school and doing well. He is very active and friendly, smart and helpful! He does have a heart condition that will need attention.
Thomas likes to listen music, fairytales and poems. He tries to recognize letters and digits from 1 to 10 now. Is able to count along if one also is counting together with him, can show the digit, which is needed on his palm, when asked. He also is trying to learn to group shapes and to recognize colors. Thomas likes working with playdough. He gladly participates in sports activities and he likes aerobic exercises. Thomas is good in acquiring and comprehending everything what is new to him.
Self care skills – is able to dress and undress his clothing, but needs some help to button and unbutton his clothes, puts on his boots. Eats and drinks slowly but self-dependently. Toilet-trained during the day, still needs help at night. Thomas is learning how to wash his hands without getting wet and also tries to brush his teeth. Willing to participate in different house-works, he watches how it is done by others and then imitates it.
Thomas walks and runs. Likes going outside. He pronounces simple words and his own name in his special ‘language’. Responds to his name and is active. Understands simple instructions. Repeats words and always wants to do something – playing, imitating sounds and actions. Especially boy likes to improvise dancing. He likes playing alone, then he puts pyramids, draws lines with pencil. He observes other children around him and then imitates what he has seen. Thomas always will find what to do in his spare time. Likes music lessons and he often dances by the music. Learns to put in order toys after he had played with them.
Diagnose: Severe mental retardation, significant behavioral changes that require a looking after or treatment (F72.1). Down’s Syndrome. Compensated hypothyroidism. Celiac disease. Gastritis, duodenitis-helicobacter pylori positive, congenital heart disease, defect of septum of auricle of the heart, cardiovascular incompetence I-II (CVI I-II).
Margeaux L18
Girl, Born December 1999
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I so wish we had a better photo of Margeaux! Margeaux is almost 13 years old and is still in a crib She is considered quite low functioning, but it is these children we always see the greatest transformation in! She is able to pull to a stand. Full medical and behavioral information is available. Older parents, larger families and single moms welcome. Margeaux needs a family who is experienced in international adoption and the challenges of children with special needs who have been living in institutional settings. Families should be home study approved (or nearly so) prior to committing for Margeaux.
Margeaux is rapidly approaching the time where she will “age-out” and no longer be eligible for international adoption (by US law). Her life means, and can be, so much more than this! PLEASE do not leave her behind now that she has been given a voice and a chance through Reece’s Rainbow!
Fritz L4
Boy, Born June 2001
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Handsome Fritz is already 11 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!
Families should be home study approved (or nearly so) prior to commitment. Wonderful program, outstanding agency partner…older parents, large families, and single moms welcome. More photos and medical info available.
Kent
Boy, born March 
2005
DS: Mental delays, CP, epilepsy, Congenital cerebral cysts. Cardiopathia. Inguinal undescended testis. Bronchiectatic disease.
Sweet Kent is often in his crib but look at that smile! He too lived with his parents for a brief period before they lost rights. Because of his diagnoses he is not cared for properly and could use the love and medical attention a family could offer.
Paige
Girl, born December 2004
Mental delays. Down syndrome, cardiopathia. Umbilical hernia. Convergent squint.
Paige is 8 years old and had previously been living with her mother until she lost her rights. Paige knows what it feels like to be in a family but in her current orphanage she will not receive the love and attention she needs.
She can sit independently and can crawl! Her speech is not well developed but she can partially understand what you are saying. She has a very short attention span.
Married couples only. Older parents and large families welcome. Travel required. Families should be home study approved prior to commitment.
Vera
Girl, born October 2007
Birth anomaly brain develpment, microcephaly with tetraparesis, convulsive syndrome. Mental delays. Convergent squint. Partial optic atrophy. Umbilical hernia.
Oh sweet Vera! She is only 4 years old and has been in this orphanage since spring. She spends much of her day in the crib and she needs stimulation!! She is living on borrowed time. She has tremendous potential for improvement if only she is given the chance. She will require medical attention and families should expect at the very least physical therapy.
Valiant
Boy, born July 2005
Mental delays; consequence of hard degree closed head injury (brain contusion) with tetraparesis. Symptomatic temple epilepsy. Immunity form of idiopathic jaundice. Middle degree anemia. Dysontogenetic cardiopathy
Mr. “V” is 7 years old but looks much younger. As all of these children in this orphanage they NEED families to come adopt them. When the children get older they will be transferred to adult mental institutions (at young ages!) and there will be LITTLE to NO chance of adopting them.
Children in this orphanage need families! They do not receive enough interaction/therapy to help them thrive. They are seen as hopeless but we know that is not true!
Galvin
Boy, born May 2006
Anomaly of brain development with low flail legs, psychomotor and speech development. Protein deficiency anemia. Defect after birth right side cleft lip, soft and hard palate.
Handsome 6 year old Galvin could use a family very badly. He spends most of his days in the bouncy seat and crib. Who knows what his potential could be! Children in this orphanage need families! They do not receive enough interaction/therapy to help them thrive. They are seen as hopeless but we know that is not true!
Shayla
Girl, born March 2004
Diagnoses: deep mental delay. Cerebral paralysis- double spastic form, microcephaly. Strabismus, divergent squint, and Optic atrophy. First degree anemia.
Sweet little Shayla could tremendously use a family and medical attention to help her thrive. She has already been living in this orphanage for 3 years and risks soon having to be transferred to a place where adoption will be next to impossible.
Her speech is not well developed, she holds toys in her hands for brief periods of time (but she sure does love to hold stuffed animals!), she has a reaction when you say her name but she is not able to communicate back but she smiles. She walks with support- can”t walk independently. Children in this orphanage need families! They do not receive enough interaction/therapy to help them thrive. They are seen as hopeless but we know that is not true!
Nick
Boy, born 1998 (most likely in February)
Mild to moderate mental delays
Nick has a sister who has already been adopted to the US.
Nick has some delays, and speaks slowly, and was attending school at one point. His delays may be greater after life in an institutional setting. He would likely thrive in a family!
He is running out of time to be adopted — a family MUST file paperwork for his adoption prior to his 16th birthday.
Alder
Girl, born June 2008
Cerebral Palsy
Alder needs a family, to spare her from a life in a crib, and reach her full potential.
Large families welcome, married couples only. Travel required.
Jolina
Girl, born August 2007
Nervous system disorders, mental delays
Jolina is a darling girl, waiting for her forever family! She has some features of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome). This is a cautionary disclosure, not a diagnosis.
Lanora
Girl, born August 2009
Spina bifida - Congenital malformation of the central nervous system, myeloradiculomeningocele with rachischisis of lumbar spine; internal hydrocephalus, low paraplegia
Lovely Lanora needs a mama to let her beautiful hair grow out!
Large families welcome, married couples only.
Marnie #29-8
Girl, born Feb 2007
Diagnosis: Down syndrome, repaired heart condition
Marnie was in and out of the hospital the first year of her life due to medical issues surrounding her heart condition. Her heart was successfully repaired when she was a year old and her recent cardiac check up indicated that her heart is functioning normally.
Marnie is currently walking with support and receiving PT to strengthen her leg muscles so that she can walk independently. She has recently started pronouncing sounds and syllables in an effort to communicate. She plays with toys and interacts appropriately with care givers. She is NOT aggressive toward herself nor toward the other children. She eats from a spoon.
Additional photos and video available!
Enoch
Boy, born September 2006
He has strong mental delays, strabismus
Someone needs to save this sweet boy from a lifetime in a crib. He’s chewing on his hands for self-soothing. We have another picture of him that’s fuzzy, but you can see his smile peeking out behind his hands — he has a spark!
Macarius
Boy, born April 2009
Cerebral palsy – Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Moderate mental delays; Divergent strabismus; Planovalgus (foot) deformity; malnutrition
Macarius speaks, plays toys and has a positive personality, smiles often. He is a very good boy!
Macarius doesn’t walk, the boy needs a surgery and even with surgery there can be only hopes for his future ability to walk. The doctor in the orphanage says he has good prognoses for the future and his development.
Additional pictures available. Large families welcome, travel required.
Matthew
Boy, born September 2010
Infantile cerebral paralysis, binominal hemiplegia; Internal hydrocephaly; Dysplasia of coxa (hips)
Such a little sweetie … look at those delicate fingers and big dark eyes!
He has possible features of FAS. This is not a diagnosis, but a cautionary disclosure.
Gibson
Boy, born August, 2010
Infantile cerebral paralysis; binominal hemiplegia; post-convulsive syndrome; cognitive delays
Gibson needs a family, or he could spend the rest of his life in a crib. This lovely boy needs a HOME!
Ernie
Boy, born December 2010
Hydrocephaly
Ernie can sit independently. He smiles, plays with toys – and has the most adorable wispy hair!
Ashton
Boy, born August 2010
Spinal bifida of lumbar area with hydrocephaly; lower smoldering paraparesis
An adorable grin on Ashton!
Large families welcome, travel required. Married couples only.
Nevaeh
Girl, born, March 2010
Cerebral palsy, optic atrophy, developmental delays
Ohh, I love her little pouf of hair, what a lovely little girl.
Not sure how much vision she has.
Matalie 3G
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Date of Birth: June 2004
Gender: Female
Nature: Quiet
Liam
Boy, born March 2006
Cerebral Palsy, significant mental delays
Not a great picture, but Liam is a cutie! Even though he has CP, it’s nice to see him in a place that has him up and about.
Large families welcome, travel required. Married couples only.
Tatumn
Girl, born January 2002
She has moderate mental delays
What a beautiful smile!
Currently Tatumn lives in school orphanage. She is very friendly and easy-going.
Aubree
Girl, born Aug. 1999
Diagnoses: arthrogryposis; mental delay
Aubree is very active, easy-going, and friendly. Currently, she lives in a special school-orphanage.
From one of our adoptive families who visited with her in August 2012: She truly is a ray of sunshine! She comes out to greet us in her wheelchair (she has good upper body strength, her legs are fixed straight out in front of her and are tiny. She doesn’t appear to have AMC in her upper limbs at all. She is extremely friendly and happy, she enjoys singing and dances in her wheelchair. She can also use her upper body strength to scoot around the floor. I am so excited that she is available because I know she will be a wonderful daughter if just given a chance. This girl just exudes love and happiness! The orphanage does provide the children with an education, and even music instruction. We were able to see Aubree perform in a concert that the children gave for their visitors (they have help from humanitarian groups that come in to work on the building and work with the children). If anyone asks about her, I would love to talk with them more about the orphanage and the children there. They have my heart!
*** ADDITIONAL $3000 GRANT AVAILABLE FOR AUBREE’S ADOPTION ***
Collier
Boy, born October 1999
Down syndrome, significant mental delays
This handsome young man has waited a long time for a family of his own!
Large families welcome, travel required.
Cambria
Girl, born January 2005
Anophthalmos (absence of eyes)
What a sweet little girl! She is walking independently.
Married couples only, travel required. Large families welcome!
Zoey
Girl, born November 2007
Congenital cytomegalovirus infection, Profound mental delays, Other paralytic syndromes (CP), epilepsy, Microcephaly, Coloboma of optic disc
Sweet love needs a family, or she’s destined to a life lying in a crib. She has a host of needs; a family will need to be well prepared — but she deserves the chance to bloom!
Maiya
Girl, born 2006
After-effects of early organic affection of the central nervous system in the form of intelligence deficiency, atactic syndrome (epilepsy).
She does not talk, only makes sounds; fulfills simple tasks.
Maiya has a sunny smile, doesn’t she? She’s waited long enough — let’s help her find a family of her own!
Jenny
Girl, Born October 2009
CP and Tetralogy of Fallot (heart condition)
Sweet Jenny is waiting for you! She is almost 3 years old, with brown hair and brown eyes. She was born with cerebral palsy and a heart condition, for which she has already had surgery. She is not able to sit on her own, and will greatly benefit from a loving family, medical care and therapy! If she is not adopted, she will remain bedridden for life.
More photos available. Married couples only. Large families and older parents welcome.
Francesca
Girl, born February 1999
Affection of the central nervous system, spastic low paraparesis, myopia, hip dysplasia, mental delays
What a lovely young lady — she’s waited far too long for a family.
Please help find her family before she ages out (at 16)!
Additional photos available. Married couples only; travel required.
Leann
Girl, born January 2009
Heart condition – Double discharge of vessels from the right ventricle (after surgery); Urinary/urethra condition – Ureterostomy (after surgery), atrophy of the anus, colostomy (after surgery)
Leann may have some effects of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome), based on social history.
Additional medical diagnosis available for serious inquiries.
Leann is a very clever, cheerful, jesting girl. She speaks well, and is very sociable.
Update 2013: Leann is one of the loveliest little girls… She chats a lot, laughs, and never complains, even though she has spent most of her short life in and out of hospital . She can run and jump, talk, and she is smart and intelligent.
Davis
Boy, January 2010
Epilepsy; Congenital cytomegalovirus infection; Acute myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle)
Sweet little Davis has so much potential!
Large families welcome, travel required.
Randall
Boy, born 1999
Down syndrome; infantile cerebral paralysis
Randall is a handsome young man who likes to play outside, and is described as gentle with others. He is a sunny, cheerful boy, who also enjoys arts and crafts. He’s non-verbal, but is curious and open-hearted.
From a family who met him in summer 2012:
It took us a few days to really get to know Randall. He was not seeking out all the attention that some of the others were. He was content to swing and sing to himself while waiting patiently for someone to kick a soccer ball with him. Oh how he loves to kick a soccer ball.
He is such a kind gentle boy. He would patiently wait to ask to look through our photobooks. Unlike some of the others he was happy to just look – he didn’t need extra attention while looking through it. He was the most careful with the books always being sure to return them safely.
He has some speech issues. He talks and sings but is hard to understand. I think just before we left he was taken for surgery on his palate which may be why he has speech issues.
In addition to swinging and kicking the soccer ball he loves crafts (stringing tiny beads and coloring) He loved the electronic toys we brought – remote control helicopter and translator. But unlike many of the others he always waited his turn, was careful with the items and always gave it to the next boy when his time was up!
Unfortunately Randall is older – his time is running out!! It’s a pretty easy region – the 10 day wait has been waived in the past – and the boys are taken care of.
Merida
Girl, born May 2003
Bilateral hearing loss, right-sided hemiparesis, cognitive delays
What an adorable young lady!
Large families welcome, travel required.
Kellsey
Girl, born May 2008
Microcephaly; Coloboma of optic disc; Hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung; Ventricular septal defect; Convergent concomitant strabismus; Mixed specific developmental disorders
“Kellen” has been renamed — this is actually a GIRL! Let’s find this little love a family
Quinn
Boy, born March 2005
Congenital hydrocephalus; Coloboma of optic disc; Other paralytic syndromes (CP); Disorder of brain, unspecified; Dislocation of shoulder joint; Atrioventricular block, first degree
Quinn is 7 years old — let’s help him find his family. Every child deserves a loving family to call their own.
Landon
Boy, born March 2009
Spina bifida; Congenital hydrocephalus; Other paralytic syndromes (cerebral palsy); Acute myocarditis; malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies
Precious boy! Landon needs a family to help him grow, and keep him healthy.
Large families welcome; travel required. Married couples only.
Elias
Boy, born August 2011
inflammatory diseases of central nervous system; Congenital hydrocephalus; Other disorders of optic [2nd] nerve and visual pathways; Carrier of viral hepatitis B
What a sweet baby Elias is!
Elias is in a fast region that often waives the 10 day wait. Married couples only, travel required.
Additional photos available.
Aven
Boy, born June 2009
Dandy-Walker syndrome; hydrocephalus; Hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung; Atrial septal defect; Congenital subluxation of hip; chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent; Convergent concomitant strabismus; Bilateral inguinal hernia; Tetraplegia, unspecified
This little boy has a laundry list of issues, but I’m confident there is a family out there who will be able to look at this picture and see a child, their son.
Large families welcome, travel required.
Waniya
Girl, born October 2007
Cerebral palsy; Mixed specific developmental disorders; Coloboma of optic disc
Waniya (pronounced Wa-NEE-ya) — a Lakota (Sioux) name that means “breath of life.”
Waniya is a gem; she needs a family to reach her true potential.
Daisy
Girl, born March 2005
Epilepsy; Other paralytic syndromes (cerebral palsy); Microcephaly; Coloboma of optic disc; Severe mental delays; intracranial injury
Daisy is a sweet flower who needs a family to really blossom! Otherwise, she’s destined to a life in an institution.
Vijay
Boy, born December 2007
Congenital hydrocephalus; epilepsy; cerebral palsy; Convergent concomitant strabismus; Optic atrophy
Vijay means “Victory” and we are all hoping he will find a family where he can thrive. That would be a victory, indeed! Please help save him from a lifetime in a crib.
Large families welcome, travel required.
Brenna
Girl, born December 2007
Microcephaly; Other congenital valgus deformities of feet (duck toed); Coloboma of optic disc; Severe mental delays; strabismus; paralytic syndromes (cerebral palsy?)
What a cutie! And what a world of different a head of hair would make for her, she needs to be in pigtails!
Cecily
Girl, born January 2007
Mixed developmental disorders; congenital malformations of ribs; Coloboma of optic disc; strabismus; Mild protein-energy malnutrition
Cecily should be getting ready for kindergarten, not an institution!
She has some facial features of possible FAS, but this is not documented and is only a cautionary disclosure.
Rania
Girl, born March 1999
Down syndrome
She looks so thoughtful, doesn’t she? She only has until age 16 to be adopted — let’s not let her wait that long! This princess needs a Mama!
Emmalyn
Girl, born May 2001
Down syndrome
Emmalyn is a beauty, with her shy smile!
Such a gift to be able to advocate for these older girls. Large families welcome!
Kinley
Girl, born April 2001
Down syndrome
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.
She’s already waited so long, let’s find Kinley her mama!
Gracelynn
Girl, born December 2002
Down syndrome
Well, doesn’t this little pixie look like a spit fire? Those deep brown eyes are gorgeous!
Large families welcome, travel required.
Barrett
Boy, born October 2011
This little love has a heart defect and numerous other health issues: condition after resection of coarctation of the aorta, aneurysm of interatrial septum with multiple defects perimembranous (VSD), laryngotracheomalacia (collapsed airway), micrognathia (abnormally small jaw), tracheostomy
It’s suspected that Barrett may have Pierre Robin syndrome or a chromosome deletion. Families should be prepared for additional health needs, just in case.
Barrett desperately needs a family to give him the love, attention and medical care he needs to thrive.
Missy
Girl, born September 2008
Cerebral Palsy
Sweet girl needs a family to save her from a lifetime in a crib. No further pictures or information on her current condition is currently available.
Large families welcome, travel required.
Sabin
Boy, born October 2004
HIV-infection, IV clinical stage, no signs of AIDS, biochemistry test is good; congenital hydrocephaly (shunting); myatonia disorders; disco-visual nerve subatrophy; myelinic cone fibers; hypertrophy of palatine tonsils; two anomalous chords of ventricle; biliary dyskinesia; slight mental delay with minimal behavioral disorders, night enuresis, organic emotional instable disorders. Probable FAS.
He is said to be very careful and orderly, so he is probably a kid who does very well with routines and structure. He is also described as very helpful.
Edgar
Boy, born February 2011
Down syndrome, strabismus
congenital heart defect
What a serious little guy! Such lovely eyes, and his fuzzy hair is adorable!
He’s so young; perfect age to find a family and get early intervention services.
Abner
Boy, born December 2009
Diagnosis: after-effects of general disease of the central nervous system (neuroinfection); spastic tetraparesis with strong motor disorders; general mental delays, including speech underdevelopment; undescended testicles; shortcut frenulum of tongue; convergent squint
Anne
Girl, born February 2008
Diagnosis: epilepsy, generalized form with severe seizures
Moderate mental delay
Sweet Anne, all dolled up for her picture!
She does have some general delays, and is not yet independent with potty training. She would greatly benefit from being in a family!
From a family who met her in April 2013:
Anne is walking independently. She can go up and down steps with help. She smiles a lot. She likes to drop toys and watch them fall. She appears to be connected to her caregiver and goes to her for comfort. She liked a music/light up toy but needed guidance to activate it. She appears pretty cognitively delayed, and doesn’t have any verbal language. I see a lot of progress in her with the right family and interventions!
Married couples only, travel required.
Marshall
Boy, born January 2010
Congenital hydrocephalus
Marshall looks great! Three years old and ready to RUN — he looks like he’ll keep his mama busy and on the go!
WHY is he still waiting!?
Taylor
Girl, Born July 2005
Taylor is a beautiful girl who has only been transferred here recently. She has mild CP and has great potential in a family environment. She will benefit so much from physical therapy, and of course the love and encouragement of her own family.
Married couples only, larger families and older parents welcome, travel required.
Angela
Girl, born February 2001
Diagnosis: severe grade of the mental delay, hydrocephalus, fibrosis of hyaloid, secondary glaucoma, exfoliation/detachment of retina, congenital defect of the heart partition
Angela is very small for her age. She needs a family!
Tyson
Boy, born May 2000
Diagnosis: congenital anomaly of brain development in form of microcephaly with severe lag in development of psychological, speech and motor development, myopathic syndrome
Additional medical information and social history available for potential families. Families must be home study approved to commit to Tyson.
Greta
Girl, born November 1998
Down syndrome
Mama, are you out there? Please come get me! We are so happy for the chance to help sweet Greta find her family.
Greta is very petite; more the size of a 5 year old than the 13 year old she actually is. Developmentally, she is quite delayed, probably closer to a 3-4 year old. In many ways, she is toddler like. Greta is missing out on the essential things in life- a mama and daddy to teach her the things she needs to know, school lessons to maximize her potential for learning, and hope for a future.
From a family who visited with her in September 2012: “Greta desperately desires to be loved and shown affection. It broke our hearts to see how desperate she was for attention. She would climb up us before we even knew what was happening and was clinging to us. She probably needs to go to a family that can devote a lot of one on one attention to her, and that she be the youngest child, because she can get aggressive when she is jealous for attention. I hope this helps her find a family.”
From a family who visited with her in August 2012: “Love Greta! She climbed over the playpen wall to hug on me. She’s walking now, thanks to a team of foreign therapists who worked in that groupa. She has so much potential- but needs a lot of love and a family! I just know there has to be a family out there for this thin, wiry little girl, a family who likes to play and be energetic ”
More photos available! Married couples only. Large families and older parents welcome. *** Families with adoptive experience and a completed home study would be the best option for Miss Greta. ***
Katrina
Girl, Born December 2001
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.
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 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!
Katrina and Tania can be adopted together if a family is approved and interested. Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome, travel required.
Eric
Boy, born Dec 2008
Eric is a smiley little fellow who likes to feel his caretaker’s heartbeat or pulse, because it comforts him. He would be a wonderful little brother in a household of older children.
Eric has arthrogryposis and compensated hydrocephalus. He has had a surgical repair of spina bifada. Overall, he is healthy and would do well in a family without smaller children. His upper body is quite strong and he has full use of his hands, fingers and arms, but he has little control or movement in his lower limbs and they are significantly smaller than his upper body. He can squeeze very tightly with his hands, and reach a full arm’s length with no problems even though his resting position is the one you see in the pictures. He does not talk, according to the caretakers but does make sounds to communicate. Cognitively, he has significant delays due to his history of spina bifida and hydrocephalus. He is very much still an infant in many ways.
The picture in the orange shirt was taken at age 18 months, and the second picture was taken at 3 years old. He may have a sister a few years older in a different region who possibly could also be available for adoption or he could be adopted separately. She also has special needs.
James LA
Boy, Born May 2011
CO-A
Sweet baby James! Healthy besides his Down syndrome, and waiting for his forever family. Full medical and social history available.
- Single heterosexual parents may adopt
- No family size restrictions
- Both parents must travel to the country and stay until completion of adoption — approx 5-7 weeks (one parent may leave after a week or two)
- Estimated total cost $21,000-24,500
- Multiple unrelated children may be adopted together
Cullen #12-4
DOB: 2001
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Update January 2012: Cullen is in 4th grade this year. He knows the names of all the children in his class and has a best friend. He pronounces short words and simple sentences. He can repeat numbers and counts to 5 with help. He is very musical and loves to dance.
Additional photos of Cullen are available.
Cullen is 10 years old. He’s been living in a mental institution since the age of 5. He is completely healthy with no physical delays or health problems. Cullen is in 3rd grade at a local special education school. He enjoys going on walks and field trips. He plays with blocks, mechanical toys and kitchen sets. He engages in pretend play. He likes to look at books and will look at the pictures in the book and point to objects in them upon request. He can identify animals and foods and choose them from photos. He has well developed self-help skills. He’s toilet trained, feeds himself, dresses himself, folds his own clothes and washes his hands and face independently before bed each night.
Warren
Boy, Born July, 2010
PRC
Blind and cleft palate
This resilient little boy was very small and weak at intake and was diagnosed with cleft lip and palate and blindness when he came into care at approximately 2 months old. The orphanage decided to move him to a therapeutic care facility in a different city to receive more specialized treatment. Once there he gained weight quickly and after just one month his overall health and development improved.
Warren is now able to sit in a baby seat, hold his head up for several minutes, and turn over without help. He smiles when played with or his name is called, and he can hold a toy and grab a hand. He likes to kick often too, and his arm and leg development is reported to be good. He is now an excellent eater and is not picky with food. His caregivers are hoping to schedule him for cleft lip and / or palate repair surgery soon. Further assessment on his vision impairment is needed. This child needs a family that has experience with vision issues, access to appropriate resources for vision impaired children and cleft lip and palate services and resources, and understands the social impact of blindness.
Kade #16-2
DOB: 2002
Diagnosis: Down syndrome, asthma
Kade is currently living in a mental institution but is doing very well. He is attending school in the local village. His gross and fine motor skills are well developed. He colors inside the lines, feeds and dresses himself and is toilet trained. His expressive and receptive language is developed. He answers to his name, follows directions and repeats the names of objects. He participates in games and seeks out contact with other children. He enjoys playing with stuffed animals, musical toys and mechanical toys. His play is appropriate. He is impulsive and will get upset if he doesn’t get his way. However, he is not aggressive toward himself nor toward other people. He has a short attention span and will often give up easily when an activity is too hard and ask to do something else instead. Kade is described as calm, inquisitive, headstrong, sensitive and communicative.
Update from Feb 2013: Kade is toilet trained, feeds and dresses himself, says some words, follows directions, and is not aggressive. He attends special education classes taught by teachers who come to the institution for instructional time. He is active and enjoys playing outside and staying busy. He enjoys the attention from the staff and will act silly to get them to pay attention to him. We have several current photos and a video of him. In the video, he is playing on playground equipment, following directions, joking around with staff and making funny faces at the camera and you can hear him say a few words too. He is living in a mental institution, but he is well cared for and doing quite well.
Madden #61-1
DOB: 2004
Madden is doing very well! He is physically healthy and has never had any medical concerns. Like most children with Down syndrome, he’s physically small for his age. He weighed 34 pounds on his 7th birthday.
Developmentally, Madden is delayed. He can walk and has good gross motor skills. He is talking and can say words and use simple sentences. He knows and pronounces his name and the names of the other children and care givers in his group. His articulation is not always clear. He is receiving speech therapy.
Madden is described has having difficult with focus and attention. He follows directions and is very compliant with the teachers and staff when given encouragement and positive feedback. He is learning a variety of life skills, including dressing himself, brushing his teeth and making his bed. He enjoys playing with toy blocks and trucks. In September 2011, he began attending a daycare center to assist him in learning appropriate social skills and to help integrate him into the local community.
More photos available.
Andrue #16-4
DOB: 2004
Andrue was raised by his birth family until he was 9 months old. At that time, he was hospitalized for genetic testing and when the diagnosis of Down syndrome was confirmed, he was left at the hospital. He was then transferred to an orphanage and later on, to an institution for children with mental disabilities, which is his current home. He walks, climbs and catches a ball. He likes to play with stuffed animals and has one favorite stuffed animal that he carries around with him. He reacts to his name and follows simple directions. He pronounces some syllables and attempts to communicate, but his speech is not yet developed. He smiles when spoken to and enjoys cuddling with familiar adults.
Justin
Boy, born June 2011
Love this little swaddled baby! What a little dumpling!
Justin has Down syndrome, and congenital heart disease; he is said to have a double discharge of the great vessels from right ventricle, with stenosis of pulmonary artery. Secondary defect of chamber divider, cardiac insufficiency 1st degree.
Stephie #49-4
Girl, born 1999
Diagnosis: Down Syndrome, alopecia
Stephie has been moved from the orphanage to foster care, but she is still legally available for adoption and needs a forever family!
Stephie can say some words and understands everything that is said to her. She interacts with both children and adults but shows a preference for adults. She can identify objects in her environment such as the names of foods and animals.
She understands concepts such as big/small, high/low. She has a well developed attention span and participates in games with other children. She tends to prefer smaller group activities. She enjoys musical games. She feeds and dresses herself and has appropriate hygiene habits. She is also toilet trained. She is under the care of a dermatologist for her hair loss, but to date, no treatments have been effective.
Tessa (Lora)
Girl, born August 2008
We were recently informed LORA is actually Tessa!
What a little doll Tessa is! She really needs a family — she has a whole host of medical issues.
Mental delay, rickets, strabismus (crossed eyes), epilepsy, and a speech delay. She does not talk at all. She prefers to be alone. Some of her behaviors remind autism but she was not diagnosed with it. Her epilepsy is well controlled by medications. It has been suggested that Tessa may have Angelman Syndrome, but this is not confirmed.
She is able to stand and walk independently. She does not have a diagnosis of CP but she walks unsteadily. She was previously diagnosed with microcephaly.
She deserves a loving family and a chance to reach her potential, not to be hidden away in a mental institution.
Millie #57-2
DOB: June 2004
Diagnosis: Down syndrome, strabismus, ecszema-primarily around the nose
Millie can walk and run. She is not yet talking. She enjoys listening to music and playing with toys that make sound. She enjoys going outside.
A couple short video clips are available from the agency.
Ulysess #46-2
DOB: February 2004
Diagnosis: Down syndrome, Chronic pyelonephritis, hydronephrosis first degree to the left kidney
Ulysess is considered significantly delayed. As of March 2011, he was not independently walking. He can pull to a stand, walk while holding someone’s hand, walks behind push toys and climb in and out of his crib on his own. He holds toys in his hands and plays with them. He enjoys music and smiles when someone sings to him. He does have some sensory issues and will often hide his head in his hands. He demonstrates some auto-aggression by hitting the side of his head with his palm. He has frequent kidney infections and it is possible that he experiences pain from his kidney condition that effects his behavior.
Tania
Girl, born August 2002.
She is said to be independant and active, and she especially loves to swing. She is shy with other children, and seeks attention from adults, cuddling up when hugs and affection are available.
From her medical records: Down syndrome, esotropia, flatfoot, secondary cardiomyopathy.
From a missionary who visited with her in March 2012: One time the care giver made her sit with other children she was so desperate for me all to herself shecried! she really didnt want to share me. This is seriously one child who wants a Mama! She seemed so bright, there is so much potential here being wasted. She whacked the other children to keep them away from me but I could tell she was not an aggressive child. Tania is fiesty and able and just desperate for love! I loved her!!! I wanted to bring her and Katarina home. Tania is always active and she loves playing with her swing set, unlike the other kids who rather just play with their toys. The child is a bit shy around the children of her age. However, she is very brave and courageous when dealing with new visitors. The girl suffers from a lack of motherly care and gentleness, so she is attracted to everyone who is nice and kind to her. She hides her lonely soul behind the wall of her active and independent lifestyle. But as soon as she receives a warm hug and a little love, the mischievous girl suddenly becomes docile and calm.
Larger families, older parents welcome. Travel required. This region does often waive the 10-day waiting period!
Harriet
Girl, born March 2007
URGENT: FACING IMMINENT TRANSFER to the INSTITUTION
Harriet has a cleft hard and soft palate. She has many facial features of fetal alcohol syndrome, please research this condition as a preparation for her needs. There are several children in this orphanage who could be adopted together!
From an adoptive family who visited with her in Jan 2012:
Troy
Boy, born September 2003
mild mental delays
Troy has been transferred to the local Internat. He is listed as having a mild mental delay. (His eyes look odd here because of the red eye reduction used on the photograph.)
Troy does not speak, but understands speech addressed to him.
Troy could be adopted with Sammy and Garrett.
From a family who met him in 2012:
The profile says he is non-verbal and that is true, he did not talk at all while I was there. However he was extremely gentle, kind, and had a very sweet demeanor. I took bubbles one day and all the kids mobbed me wanting to play, Troy just stood there patiently smiling at me and waiting his turn. I don’t think I ever saw him without a smile on his face. He would sit next to me at the table and would stare very sweetly at me and when I would make eye contact he would put his arms out to give me a hug. I do not know about his cognitive ability because I just did not get to spend enough time with him but he did understand the instructions he was given by his teacher and care taker at the boarding school with no problems, obeying them and following all their instructions (with a smile on his face). Physically he had no problems. I do not know if his lack of speech is due to trauma or an actual inability to form words. I will absolutely never forget how gentle and loving he was, he lives to be hugged and he loved what little one-on-one attention I was able to give him. He was so patient and kind to the other kids. A family would be blessed to have this precious boy as their son!
Megan
Girl, Born October 2002
Praise God for a new photo! Isn’t she BEAUTIFUL!? This beautiful girl is waiting for her forever family. She has blonde hair and blue eyes. She was born with Down syndrome, and is positive for Hep B.
Maggie
Girl, Born October 2009
Little Maggie was born with CP. She has strabismus as well, but will so greatly benefit from early intervention and a loving family of her own! New pic of Maggie dated June 2012. More photos available!
This region typically waives the 10 day waiting period for children with special needs. Please consider one (or more!) of these beautiful angels from orphanage 41.
Elise
Girl, Born April 2005
Elise a lovely girl who is six years old. She is blessed that her mother and grandmother visit her sometimes, but she is in need of a forever family.
Elise was born with CP. She walks with a push walker.
From her caregivers: friendly, communicative, likes to play with other children; memory is not very good; not very active.
Many more photos available.
Marla
Girl, Born March 2007
FACING IMMINENT TRANSFER!!!
Poor sweet Marla …she was born with severe CP. She has a loving personality, but is completely immobile on her own. She is facing transfer soon and will remain bedridden the rest of her life if she is not adopted (
From her medical records: Congenital malformation of the CNS: microcephaly, spastic tetraparesis. Can not walk. Does not speak.
Married couples only, older parents and large families welcome, travel required. More photos available.
Brittany
Girl, Born April 2005
Brittany is a beautiful girl with striking blue eyes. She was born with severe effects of FAS. She is able to walk and speak some, but she is quite delayed. She will so benefit from having a loving family of her own.
More photos available
Gabrielle
Girl, Born October 2006
From her medical records: symptomatic early myoclonic encephalopathy, spastic tetraparesis, severe delay of psychospeech development, perceptive hearing loss
Gabrielle really needs a family of her own! She will remain bedridden for the rest of her short life if she is not adopted, and is facing the institution very soon.
Brandi (53)
Girl, Born August 31, 2007
Little Brandi is much loved….she has CP and microcephaly, but is physically active and in need of a forever family.
From her medical records: “lack of development of brain from birth” ,”specific problems of psychological development”, “loss of hearing in both ears”
Samuel #3-2
Boy, Born June 3, 2003
YAY, new photo of Samuel, loooks how he’s grown! Updated medical info available as well.
Samuel has Down syndrome, an undescended testicle & flat feet. He also has a functional heart murmur that does not require therapy. He is integrated in a room with healthy children. He walks independently. He can drink out of a cup but still requires assistance with feeding. He carries our simple verbal instructions. He seeks out the company of adults. His development is delayed in all areas.
SINGLE MOMS, OLDER PARENTS, & LARGE FAMILIES WELCOME, EASY TRAVEL
Veronika L23
Girl, Born April 2001
L59/L23
Praise God for new photos of Veronika! She has been listed with us for SO long.
Veronika is another Baltic beauty, with blue eyes and blonde hair. She is described as calm and well-behaved. She willingly performs directions from adults, and waits for encouragement and praise for doing a good job. Veronika is very observant…she keeps a close watch on adult’s speech and action, understands directions with the help if gestures/signs, tries to imitate adult behaviors, and reacts very positively to praise. She doesn’t like to be reprimanded. Veronika gladly engages in contact with a known adult, is cautious in contact with strangers, can cooperate with peers, and can play common games. Nevertheless, she plays very well on her own as well. She is able to act consistently and determinedly when she has a good routine (this is another common thread for children with Down syndrome). She has difficulties “switching gears” quickly. She can analyze and compare in a simple level, but cannot separate colors and sizes yet. She has a small vocabulary, is familiar with the parts of the body, eats independently, drinks from a cup, observes manners at the table, dresses and undresses alone, and brushes her teeth without assistance. Sounds like the perfect child to me!
Full medical and social history available. Single moms, older parents and larg families welcome. This is a wonderful program!
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Both parents for 2 weeks for bonding time
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Both parents come back for court several weeks later (only a couple of days)
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One parent returns for 4 days to complete Embassy paperwork
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Total cost, including travel approx $22,000
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Stay in a furnished apartment or house with your new child for bonding
Emilija L8/64
Girl, Born April 2001
L8/64
Oh, would you look how she’s grown! Emilijia is stunning! She is already 11 years old now and is STILL waiting for her family to find her.
She has light blue eyes and dark blond hair. Emilija’s receptive language is good. She understands what adults say to her, and has more words now. The doctor recommends continued speech and physical therapy, even gymnastics and music therapy! Emilija can be a real stitch! She is opinionated and stubborn sometimes. Emilija does have an older sister, but she is not available for adoption.
Older parents, larger families, and single moms welcome!
Natalija L60
Girl, Born on March 16, 2001
This blue-eyed, blonde-haired beauty needs a loving family to thrive in! Natalija is described as active and friendly. She doesn’t like to be told “no” or be reprimanded, and cries as a result (aaahh, girls!). Natalija likes to play games with her peers, even if she doesn’t quite understand the rules. She is friendly and responsive, and is very loving towards her caregivers and friends. she is very good at playing independently and focusing on the task in front of her. She is stubborn sometimes, but I have found that this is a common trait of children with Down syndrome! Natalija does have a few words and basic self-service skills. She can dress and undress without help, and also eats and drinks unassisted.
Older parents, larger families, and single moms welcome.
Amelia #2-1
Girl, Born August 31, 2001
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
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 February 2010.
SINGLE MOMS, OLDER PARENTS, & LARGE FAMILIES WELCOME, EASY TRAVEL
MULTIPLE CHILDREN CAN BE ADOPTED AT THE SAME TIME
Isabelle #2-2
Girl, Born February 14, 2002
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
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!
Dawn #17-1
Girl, born 2001
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Update May 2012: Dawn has been living in an institution since she was 3 years old.
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!
SINGLE MOMS, OLDER PARENTS, & LARGE FAMILIES WELCOME, EASY TRAVEL
MULTIPLE CHILDREN CAN BE ADOPTED AT THE SAME TIME FOR LOW COST
Devon (Brian)
Boy, Born October 15, 2001
For more info and parent support on adopting and raising a child with HIV, please visit http://www.projecthopeful.org/
Devon was previously listed as “Brian” — but it’s the same boy! He’s so handsome, and still waiting for a family.
Thomas
Boy, Born August 2007
From his medical records: congenital anomaly of the brain, internal hydrocephalus, spastic tetraparesis, convergent strabismus.
Does not speak, but smiles a lot.
Kirk
BOY, born August 28, 2006
From his medical records: Connective tissue dysplasia, chest distortion, crossed eyes, delay of psychological development, functional cardiopathy.
Emerson
Boy, Born May 2007
Emerson is growing up so fast! He is so tall now! He is a sweet, blonde haired, blue eyed boy waiting for his forever family. He is quite self sufficient and a happy child.
From his medical records: symptomatic epilepsy as a result of tuberous sclerosis (Bourneville-Pringle disease), (incomplete form)dysplastic cardiopathy, thymokesis, anemia
MORE PHOTOS AVAILABLE
Kiersten
Girl, Born April 1, 2000
ALIVE and WAITING!
A question was raised about whether Kiersten had passed away, but this photo was taken March 14, 2012 
She still needs a family!
Isn’t Kiersten beautiful? She is 12 years old but is still very much a toddler. She is not able to walk on her own. There is nothing in her medical records to indicate why she is so delayed, and she does not show obvious facial features of FAS…her needs are quite unknown.
From her medical records: significant mental delay, congenital hypothyroidism
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.
Lauren
Girl, Born January 22, 2002
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.
From her medical records: chondrodysplasia
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.
Yasmine
Girl, Born June 19, 2004
SIGNIFICANT RISK, PLEASE ADOPT ME SOON!!
Yasmine is walking sunshine! What a glorious smile and a personality to match! Yasmine was born with CP. She has congeinital hydrocephaly as well. Her feet/ankles are turned in, but she is able to pull to a stand and tries so hard to get around! Surgery and therapy can make a world of difference for this darling little girl.
She is already 8 and facing the institution soon. She is blessed to still be at the baby house.
Let’s find a family for her FAST!!!
PLEASE HELP! TRANSFER IMMINENT!!
More photos available, please inquire. Older parents and large families welcome. MARRIED COUPLES ONLY. Travel required.
Justine
Girl, Born June 11, 2001
From her medical records: congenital microcephaly, autism
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.
Alisha
Girl, Born March 24, 2003
Alisha was born with Penn-Sjogren Syndrome. We do not have any other info indicating why she may be cognitively and physically delayed. She has cognitive delays, and a divergent squint.
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.
Update 2012:
Little Miss Alisha’s eyesight has regressed significantly. She needs a family!
She can’t move by herself but she tries to sit. Her speech is not developed. Mental processes are not formed. Ideation is not developed. Alisha is friendly and quiet. Her emotional world is poor. She needs care constantly.
Mirabel
Girl, Born August 2009
Miss Mirabel is also a real cutie! What a great smile she has
From her medical records: congenital malformation of the central nervous system, cerebral hernia, hydrocephaly subcompensated, flail legs
Married couples only. Large families and older parents welcome. Travel required.
Kolya #7-2
Boy, Born August 12, 2004
Main diagnosis: Down Syndrome. Asthma with prevailing allergic component. Lagging behind in his neuro-psychical development. Abnormally low weight; full medical records available
SINGLE MOMS, OLDER PARENTS, & LARGE FAMILIES WELCOME, EASY TRAVEL
Alex
Boy, Born May 30, 2001
Alex is a handsome young man who is already living in the mental institution. Despite this he has a wonderful, open, and affectionate personality. His medical records indicate congenital hydrocephaly, but he does not appear “hydrocephalic”. Alex is able to walk with assistance, and will truly blossom with family support and therapy.
From his medical records: severe grade of mental delay, congenital hydrocephaly, divergent/external squint, glaucoma, lower paraparesis, and flat foot
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.
These children are truly living on borrowed time, and families should be home study approved before an official commitment can be made for this child.
Glenn
Boy, Born August 16, 2003
Down syndrome
Glenn has blonde hair and blue eyes. He has Down syndrome, and struggles with the effects of FAS. With this comes strabismus and a valvular heart defect. Despite this, he is doing well, mobile and active and friendly.
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 wi