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Oskar
Boy, born late 2011
congenital absense of ear, canal, hand/finger, fused fingers, cleft palate, congenital malformation of cardiac septa
Oskar has had surgery for his cleft palate.
Additional pictures available.
Toby
Boy, born early 2005
Celiac disease
From a family who met him in December 2014:
Toby is the cutest little kid, a very serious and focused child with a great smile. He was in the orphanage’s St. Nicholas Day celebration. He didn’t have a role himself, but he was responsible for pushing the wheelchair of one of the children who was doing a lot of singing and dancing from her wheelchair. He gently spun her around in circles at times to coordinate with her dancing. Super cute, super sweet. He took his part in the celebration very seriously, and we could tell he was completely concentrated on getting everything just right. He had on the most adorable little suit and tie — made me want to scoop him up!
Tiya #11-45
Age: 8
Diagnosis: Massive destruction of the brain matter, sub-cortical cysts, cortical atrophy; Infantile cerebral palsy – spastic quadric paresis; Symptomatic epilepsy; Hypotrophy; Premature puberty
This little girl has significant delays in all aspects of her development. She will turn her eyes and head in reaction to someone speaking to her. She stops crying if someone calls her name. She follows objects with her eyes.
Gracie and George #
Girl, born in 2007. She has a delay in neuro-psychical development and epileptic seizures.
She is very sweet and charming girl, with very big eyes and eyelashes. She is hyperactive child, who can not stay at one place long time. When you want to attract her attention and she is busy with doing something else, she does not pay any attention to you. When she feels uneasy and can not answer or does not want to answer some question, she starts asking her interlocutor questions. Her speech is not so clear and even some words are not understandable and is more like baby speech. She has speech problem and at the kindergarten she works with speech therapist. She knows her age. She recognizes some of the basic colors but does not want to count. She is very self-willed and makes the things that she wants to. She is more aggressive and hyperactive than her brother.
Boy, born in 2005. He has a delay in neuro-psychical development and mental delay.
The boy is older than his sister but he has more delays than her. He is in second grade in the local school in the village where he lives. Unfortunately he still can not read, can not solve math problems. Before his placement in the foster family nobody cared for his knowledge and habits. Now he can count to 9 (after 9 he says 11 ). He is a child who needs a lot of work in order to master more habits and knowledge because he has some potential.
These children used to live in their bio family but they were not well taken care of. They have delays but with more professional work and individual activities, these children can have better progress. They are adorable children who really need patience, love and care. They know the life in foster families but are separated because the opinion of the social workers is that none of their foster families could manage these two children if they are placed together – because they are not so obedient.
Because we only have their files for a short time, they will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for them.
Boy, born February 2003Aura Lee
Girl, born July 2009
Microcephaly, spastic tetraparesis
Oh, isn’t she lovely?
Aura Lee is doing very well. She knows her nannies, smiles at familiar adults. She can sit down and stand up with help. She does not have mental delays.
Aura Lee has features consistent with FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome). This is not a diagnosis, but a cautionary disclosure.
Aura has developing speech — she can make separate sounds, and will repeat after an adult.
Easton
Boy, born July 2006
Multiple congenital malformations, condition similar to CP.
Nevermind the pink — Easton is a boy!
Easton smiles, reacts to familiar adults, toys. Look at that gorgeous smile — are those dimples?
From a family who met him in March 2014:
Easton is an incredibly cheerful little boy. The nannies told us that he is smart and talks with them, though we were also told that he is delayed. In fairness, Easton spends almost all of his time in a crib. He would either be sitting or laying when we saw him.
Easton always seemed to be very aware of what was happening around him. One day when a nanny was getting our son ready for his visit, we did a little dance behind her and Easton laughed. He would often smile brighter when we would wave at him across the room while picking up our son on our visits. I believe Easton would flourish in his own family.
Boyd
Boy, born December 2012
Congenital pathology of the central nervous system, internal hydrocephalus
This tiny little guy needs a mama’s love!
Vann
Boy, born October 2013
After-effects of birth trauma – brain affection; open arterial duct (does not need surgery).
Such a sweet, squishy little guy! His head is completely flat on the back.
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.
Ginny #458
Girl, 10 years old
Ginny has been diagnosed with mental delay with hyperkinetic manifestations; microcephalus; delayed physical development in terms of weight.
She walks and eats independently; throws and catches a ball; holds a pencil properly; listens to and reproduces parts of children’s songs; follows simple verbal instructions; helps with performing simple everyday activities; sociable; uses words purposefully so as to express her wishes and assumptions.
George and Martha
Boy, born May 2010
Delay of psychological and speech development, used to have heart defect (oval window that closed), hemangioma, chest deformation.
George can fulfill simple instructions, does not walk very well, has been in the orphanage for 1.5 years.
Girl, born August 2004
Severe mental delays
Martha does not react to her name, does not know colors, does not play with toys. can feed herself, but is not adequate. She would eat banana with skin and candy with cover. She is not potty trained. Her speech is almost not developed.
There is a history of prior neglect; George has better development because he lived in the family less time than Martha, before they were removed.
Rogan
Boy, born May 2013
Down syndrome, Cleft lip / cleft palate, rickets, additional chord of the left heart ventricle, carrier of Hep. C antibodies
UPDATE NOV 2014: Hep C blood test is negative
So glad to have a new pic, isn’t he darling!? What a sweetheart!
Illiana #10-2
Age: 14
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Illiana has been living in a mental institution for most of her life. She walks, eats and dresses independently; is very sociable; enjoys getting personal attention; recognizes her own as well as other people’s emotions – demonstrates attachment, joy and anxiety; indicates when she needs to go to the toilet; freely initiates interactions with the staff, other children and unfamiliar people; behaves well; understands other people’s speech; pronounces some words by imitation; selective attitude and preferences in her communication with other children and the staff; uses mimics to show her emotions and attitude.
Illianna has waited a long time for a family and she has very little time left to find one!
Hester
Girl, born July 2011
Disorder of the brain, congenital deformity of the hip, bilateral hearing loss, exotropia
Hester is darling! She can hear.
Drew
Boy, born January 2007
CP spastic dyplegia with severe movement disorders, partial atrophy of right eye optic disc, amblyopia of the right eye, cognitive deficiency
Stephen
Boy, born June 2006
Minimal brain dysfunction, pyramid insufficiency, secondary cardiomyopathy, anomalous chord of the left heart ventricle, hypermobility of hip joints, concomitant alternating convergent squint.
From a family who met him in late 2013:
Stephen was in Riley’s groupa. We saw him a lot during our 7 weeks of visits. He stood out because he’s 7 yo and taller than the other kids in his groupa of mostly 4-5 yo’s. He is a SWEET, sweet boy. He has a great smile with dimples. He’s not overly active (not hyper). Very obedient/cooperative and follows instructions and the flow of the groupa well. An easy going kiddo. He doesn’t seem to have very significant needs. He functions very “typically”, maybe just mild delays. One thing I’ll never forget about Stephen… one time when we were invited to watch a performance the kids were putting on, we were one of the only people in the audience. He stood there, singing and doing the body motions to the production just as well as could be. He kept looking right at my husband and I like he was performing just for us. He just seemed to love having someone be there for him and encourage him, and nod and smile and let him know he was doing a good job. He was working so hard to do his best and he did so well! It was sweet and sad all at the same time….knowing we weren’t his mama and papa and he didn’t have anyone there to give him that recognition forever, that he so appreciated. He would make such a delightful son! We would have brought him home too but were only homestudy approved for one boy. He’s in a good orphanage that provides good care and services. But who knows where he’ll be transferred to when they no longer have space for him (he’s already over age.) I have pictures and video of him. Such a kind, happy little boy….he needs a family!!!
Large families welcome; married couples only.
Boy, born October 2002Finley
Boy, born September 2013
Open oval window, open arterial duct Q 25.0, retinopathy, severe delay of psychological and motor development.
Sweet baby Finley will likely need some genetic testing for further diagnosing when he gets home.
Brad
Boy, born October 2001
Hydrocephalus, mental delay
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.
Boy, born August 1999Gage
Boy, born May 2004 (old picture)
Visual impairment, slight mental delay without behavioral disorders
Boy, born October 2011Eben
Boy, born January 2000
Secondary cardiomyopathy
Eben is a communicative, friendly boy. He studies well at school, and is interested in computer sciences.
Maia
Girl, born May 2008
congential defects of development
From a family who met her in January 2014:
Maia is a sweet little girl. She was able to follow orders and do everything that her teacher asked her to do. She doesn’t speak but giggled a lot and made some noises. Her doctor said that while she was unsure if Maia would speak, she felt the prognosis was good. Her eyes are crossed. Vision and hearing are otherwise fine. Maia has mental delays and would benefit from focused attention and education. Maia is lively and active and ready for a family who is ready to play!
Nelson
Boy, born October 2000
Hypotheriosis
Nelson is a quiet boy. He is fond of mathematics and computer science.
Edison
Boy, born February 2000
Secondary cardiomyopathy
Edison is a fun loving boy, very active, likes sports, is fond of soccer, average student.
Annie #40-4
DOB: December 2005
Diagnosis: delays in development -report indicates that due to delayed speech, Autism was initially suspected. However, no formal testing has been done and the child’s development is continuing to improve.
Annie is 8 years old. Her motor skills are well developed. She walks, runs, catches & throws a ball, climbs, hops on one foot and participates in musical games that require movement. Her fine motor skills are developing as well. She can open/close scissors and is learning to cut with them. She draws on paper, though she is not yet writing letters. She plays with play dough and builds a tower of 12 blocks. She is in the 1st grade and attending school outside the orphanage. She follows verbal directions and responds to her name. She tries to imitate words said by adults. She currently expresses herself non verbally. She is very protective of her possessions. She doesn’t often initiate play with the other children, but she will play close to them. She will join in organized group activities for short periods of time and is very emotionally responsive to familiar adults. She needs extra time to complete tasks and has a short attention span. She stops inappropriate behaviors when redirected by an adult. She feeds and dresses herself. Since she is non verbal, she does not yet indicate that she needs to go to the bathroom on her own, so she is taken on a schedule and is completely toilet trained using this method.
Update March 2014:
She was recently transferred to a mental institution.
The child has moderate mental delay and her neuropsychological development is delayed mostly with regards to her speech. However, as you will see in the videos, the girl is repeating words after an adult and trying to pronounce them as the adult does. She knows and shows all her body parts, she knows how to write the first letter of her name. She also tries to write her full name but still has some difficulties as she is changing the order of the letters. The girl understands everything she is told by adults. She follows instructions and does errands. She is very musical. In the videos you will see her perform dance movements when asked by an adult.
It is obvious that this is a lovely, affectionate child, who seeks adults’ attention, caress and closeness. She is willing to learn new things and I believe that with a constant family environment, providing her with comfort, encouragement, love and attention and with regular individual sessions with a speech therapist, this child could achieve much more progress in her development.
Additional photos & videos are available.
Rory
Boy, born June 2011
Cerebral palsy dyskinetic (hyperkinetic) type
What a little love! Another one who is so young and will greatly benefit from therapy and a family. Someone scoop him up!
Rory has 4 older siblings; 2 of them are in the same region and available for adoption. His available brothers were born in 2006 and 2003.
Trent
Boy, born December 2001
Both eyes optic nerves atrophy, symptomatic epilepsy, diffuse nontoxic goiter, chronic tonsillitis.
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.
Ricky
Boy, born August 2000
Hyperkinetic syndrome, ptosis of the left eye, scoliosis, flat feet.
His mother was single and she passed away. He has no siblings.
Every time our facilitation team visits his orphanage, Ricky asks if anyone has inquired about him. He very much wants a family of his own!!!
Ricky is already 14 and is running out of time to be chosen. Please share him and help him find his “forever family”.
Brenda #1-9
Age: 4
Diagnosis: microcephaly, mental delays
Brenda has delays in her development. She walks, runs, climbs stairs independently. She is able to thread larger rings, to pull circle out of the tray, to fill and empty box, to turn the pages of a book with thick covers, to arrange a tower of 2-10 cubes, arranges puzzles. She prefers to play by herself. Her speech is delayed, though she does respond to her name. She feeds herself with a spoon and drinks from a cup.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Sawyer and Finn
Sawyer – older brother (wearing orange)
Boy, born January 2002
Farsightedness, astigmatism
Finn – younger brother
Boy, born March 2005
Congenital cleft palate, inguinal hernia, scrotocele, developmental delays
Rhonda #445
AGE: 11
Diagnosis: Hydrocephalus
Rhonda is VERY alert and aware. In 2012, her head measurement was 71cm. It has not grown since that time. She’s learning to push herself around in a wheelchair. She can control her head and hold it up, but still requires support to sit up. She loves being upright and gets upset when left laying for long periods of time. She sits in a positioning chair and loves it. She manipulate with objects-she puts cubes one on top of the other, puts wide rings on a fixed axis, she inlays 5 cubes with different sizes one into the other. She concentrates for longer time when doing something that is interesting for her. She likes listening to music and will share her toys with other children. She follows simple directions.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Hollace
Boy, born January 2011
Cerebral palsy – spastic diplegia; blindness of both eyes; hernia; valgus feet; cardiovascular system malformations
Mario #34
Boy, Age: 8
Diagnosis: Mild mental delays
Mario was transferred from an orphanage setting to a foster family home in 2012 and ever since then he is constantly progressing and compensating his delays. He enjoys walks in the park, visits at the zoo and loves to go to the swimming pool. He is an affectionate and kind-hearted boy who truly deserves to have a family of his own.
Additional photos available.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Vandy #3-11
Boy, Age: 6
Diagnosis: Poly-malformative syndrome – facial dysmorphism, microretrognathia, underdeveloped and deformed right ear with mildly narrowed ear canal; Congenital cardiac malformation – almost closed perimembranous inter-chamber defect with mild left-right shunt; Kidney anomaly – ectopic right kidney; Atopic dermatitis; Lagging behind in the neuro-psychical development.
We have several photos and video clips of him. A current update on his development is coming soon.
Additional photos are available.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Kristopher #4-5
DOB: 2010
Diagnosis: congenital cataract of both eyes and congenital glaucoma
Cytomegaloviral Infection that was passed to him from his birth mother
Kristopher is 1 year old. He’s had 2 eye surgeries already and needs surgery for both cataracts. He’s been seen by an opthamologist 10 times since arriving at the orphanage when he was 4 months old.
He is just beginning to learn to crawl. He has good head control and attempts to pull himself up. He is making combinations of sounds. He picks up toys and moves them closer to him. He enjoys interactions with caregivers and smiles when they come close to him. He expresses his pleasure by babbling to get their attention and then cheering when they respond. He laughs loudly and plays with toys with initiative. He is beginning to interact with other children. He is receiving physical therapy, speech therapy and basic instruction to foster his social development.
UPDATE (April 2012):
Kristopher is doing very well. In the new videos of him, he is tracking objects, playing with toys and saying “mama”!
He does have cataracts and would benefit from lens replacement surgery. The orphanage is currently seeking funds to have this done ASAP so that his development is not hindered by his vision problems. He is still very young and a family starting the process now could have him home before his 3rd birthday.
UPDATE Jan 2014:
Kristopher currently lives in a family style group home with several other children. He’s receiving therapy daily. Updates on his development are coming soon.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Phil #435
This 13-year-old boy has hemophilia A and bronchial asthma. His psychological development is age-correspondent. He is an inquisitive boy with a specific interest in music. He is emotionally stable and independent in his everyday life.
Updated photos and information are coming shortly.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Molly and Marcey #
Age: 10
Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy- quadriplegic
The girls were raised by their birth family until they were 3 years old. They both have CP that effects all 4 limbs. Both girls recently had tendon release surgery to extend range of motion in their knees. Both girls suffer from muscle spasms common in children with CP, which impacts their motor skills.
Both girls can independently roll over and sit in a supported seat controlling their head and upper body with proper supports for their legs. Both girls will engage and interact with other children and caregivers by following movement with their eyes/head, reacting with laughter or spontaneous sounds and reaching for toys. Both girls have good hand/eye coordination and can reach for and grasp a toy/object and move it to their mouth. The girls are placed in adaptive chairs in the main group area so that they can observe and interact with other children, which they enjoy. The recommendation for their future care includes physical therapy to address joint contractures and prevent future ones, medication/treatment options to address muscle spasms, speech therapy and exposure to other peer models.
Because we only have these children’s file for a short time, they will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for them.
Lexi #4010
Age: 6
Diagnosis: Ataxic cerebral palsy
Significant features of FAS
Lexi is delayed in all aspects of her development, but continues to make improvements. She can feed herself with a spoon and get herself undressed. She is time trained with toileting and “rarely uses her diaper”. She can walk while holding on to the hand of an adult and has started taking a few steps independently. She crawls and is able to go up the stairs while holding on to the support rail. She continues to make improvements with motor skills. She plays with toys and her attention span continues to improve. She interacts with other children and will sit next to them and play. She is not aggressive, but if another child takes her toy, she will take it back. She gets very excited when she sees a known adult. She is attending school.
The agency also has video available for interested families.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Boy, born April 2001Brayden
Boy, born September 2004
Mental delays; he does not talk. He is very active.
From someone who met him in 2013:
Brayden looks to be about 4 years old, not 9. He’s a very energetic and happy little boy. He would always run up to the missionaries. He is in the same groupa as Collier. He loved it when we went outside, and when the older boys swung him around. He also loved swinging on the bench swing and on one of the bouncy cars. He has some speech sounds, but it is very difficult to understand. Brayden is also very caring, and has the most infectious smile. I believe he would be a very good fit in a family.
Update March 2014:
He is a very enthusiastic and high energy little guy with obvious microcephaly. He spoke, but very minimally, and makes a lot of other noises- squeals and such. he is very assertive, especially when it comes to getting something he wants (like candy and fruit!) and seems to have poor proprioceptive input, and is unaware of how frequently he bounces into people and things lol (very common with FAS, and typically addressed through an improved sensory diet and occupational therapy, for more info, read about the Out of Sync Child). He seems like a sweet little boy.
Melanie
Girl, born June 2000
HIV+
Sweet girl doesn’t have a great picture, but you can still see how lovely she looks. She seems so serious – would love to see her smiling, with her new family!
Emery
Boy, born July 2007
Convergent squint (operated), slight mental delay, fetal alcohol syndrome, epileptic reaction (affective-respiratory seizures), nanism of somatogenic genesis
Jamison #470
Boy, born 2005
Moderate mental delays, speech delays
Jamison could benefit from additional therapies. He does not establish verbal contact. He pronounces unintelligible sounds and reacts when his name is called. He communicates with few children but initiates interaction with adults. He has good play skills, and he has good basic hygiene.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Mindie #444
Girl, born 2006
Moderate hydrocephaly; spina bifida (post op); Bilateral club foot
Mindie is sitting up independently, but not yet walking. She has been diagnosed with Prematurity, moderate internal hydrocephaly, Spina bifida /the defect has been closed through a plastic surgery/, paraplegia inferior, pes equinovarus bilateralis. According to the staff at her orphanage it’s more likely that her hydrocephaly is a stationed one which is probably the reason why she has not had a shunt surgery.
The agency has additional information available for inquiring families. Photo from 2013.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Serene #427
Girl, age 12
Epilepsy
Serene has been diagnosed with epilepsy in 2013. She is sociable and has established habits. She loves going to school – she attends a mainstream school and demonstrates specific interest in Maths.
The agency has videos available; she introduces herself, tells where she lives and studies; that she likes watching movies and traveling; write; answers positively when asked if she would like to be adopted and live with a family.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Boy, born October 2007Ember #426
Girl, 13 years old
Mild developmental delays
Ember was placed in an orphanage due to the parents’ neglect and there is some evidence of abuse in the family. The girl has overcome her past and is now progressing and developing her potential – enjoys going to school and demonstrates the skills she acquired at school with pleasure; she is emotionally stable and her dominant mood is positive. She is usually lively, cheerful and talkative. She communicates well with the children and is taking care of newly placed and younger children by protecting them and comforting them. She has started to more and more explicitly claim a leadership position in the group of children. She has extensive interests and enjoys taking part in creative activities.
The girl has a positive idea of a family and longs to have a family.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Remo #16
Boy, 10 years old
moderate mental delay
Good physical development. He is sociable and tries taking part in dialogues with short, simple sentences, accompanied by gestures. He is curious and eager to learn. He is not aggressive to his peers. He eagerly participates in different games. The child seeks contact with adults. He has normal physical development for his age. He actively participates in different games.
He is a very lively, energetic, radiant and friendly boy who wins you over the moment you meet him. The child is well built and is always eager to learn new things. He is not shy, initiates contact easily and openly demonstrates his great desire to have his own mommy and daddy.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Mary Ellen #23
Age: 2
Diagnosis: Arnold-Chiari syndrome; hydrocephalus (shunt installed); spina bifida aperta-surgically repaired; stabismus; frequent bladder infections that are being treated
UPDATE: “She is turning two in February. She speaks her first words and loves any attention she can get. She had surgical correction of her spine and a shunt installed to reduce fluid on her brain.” “Recently the shunt that keeps her from having too much fluid on her brain failed and she underwent surgery again. The sweet baby who sought contact is now avoiding eye contact. While her physical issues have been met her emotional needs are suffering.”
UPDATE 2014:
became clear that following the revision of her VP shunt at the end of 2013, there are some negative effects on her vision and possibly her hearing. She does not fixate her eyes or follow a moving object with her eyes anymore. Her condition as of now will have to be further clarified.
She is not speaking, does not tolerate even being touched without screaming, has ZERO reaction to sound and no indication that she has any vision (doesn’t track objects moving in front of her face or even blink). We only have a very short video clip of her that is current, but the little girl in the photo you have posted and the info at the top of her report is sadly no longer the same child that is available for adoption. I desperately want to see this little one find a family, but her needs should be very clearly listed upfront.
Photos and videos are available, along with detailed medical reports.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Kyra #421 OD
This 7-year-old girl has the following special needs: cheilognathopalatoschisis (cleft lip, -maxilla, and -palate) – in a condition after 3 corrective surgeries; severe mental delay; congenital childhood cataract – in a condition after surgical correction of both eyes; secondary glaucoma of the left eye; II-degree hypotrophy; self-aggressive behaviors and other generalized developmental disorders.
She produces random syllables and walks when led by one hand. From the age of 4 to the age of 5, for certain periods of time she was included twice in the program “Granny’s grandchild” with two different “grannies”, after which their relationships were terminated. Following the separations, severe manifestations of negativism and self-aggression were unlocked.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Clayton and Caleb
Twin boys, born August 2010
Clayton has Cerebral palsy.
Caleb has been diagnosed with Flail legs, superior spastic paraplegia, focal symptomatic epilepsy.
Please help us find them a family, where they can grow up together and reach their full potential!
From someone who met them in 2013:
(Brother 1) He is in with a much younger groupa. He goes outside twice daily when it is nice, and this orphanage does physical therapy five times a week. He makes eye contact, but is in his own little world until you talk directly to him. He appears kind of zoned out, and then I said his name and stroked his cheek and his whole body came to life, just longing to be touched and tickled. He arched his back and smiled, but I wasn’t allowed to pick him up. He has grown too long for his stroller. I put a velcro wrist rattle on him and he purposefully moved his left arm to interact with it immediately. He is well nourished there, but he will really need a mama’s touch to help him grow. His teeth look like they are in great shape. He uses his arms, but I did not see him move his legs, though he was certainly wiggling from one side to the other and is a kid who would really like to be on the move! He is not in the same groupa as his brother. Kids are generally grouped by what they are eating, and his brother was in the groupa for kids doing formula and purees. I think he may be on only formula still. It was so hard to leave him behind!
(Brother 2) Several days later, I saw who I thought was the same child in a different stroller, but the nannies corrected me when I called him by his brothers name, slowly communicating that this was his twin brother. They look SO much alike! The first day I saw him, he was badly in need of a diaper change and I showed the nannies. He was laying flat on his back in the outdoor playpen, and when I came back to return my daughter to the groupa, he was still there an hour later, unchanged in diaper and position. The next day I saw him, though, one of the sweet nannies was playing music on her ipod, and he was laying close to her in a stroller. Although he didn’t interact with the music, he was very quick to respond to my voice. The second I stopped talking, he stopped smiling and zoned out again. But, he was so responsive to touch and baby talk! He pushed his body around in the stroller with his legs AND arms, and had a lot of good neck strength. I wouldn’t be surprised at all if he is only being limited by the assumptions of his diagnosis. As we left our daughter’s groupa for the last time, we saw him being lovingly carried down to his physical therapy appointment. I think it was a sign of good things to come for these boys!
Neither boy is using meaningful speech, though both babble. Videos available. Wonderful region to adopt from, especially if one parent needs to stay alone for a time.
Krista
Girl, born November 2005
slight mental delay, flat feet, convergent squint, vision impairment
Krista will be available in Feb. 2014
Matty
Boy, born March 2005
Cerebral palsy, lower spastic paraparesis, delay of mental development of the child with organic lesion of the central nervous system, bilateral uranostaphyloschisis after plastic surgery, subatrophy of both eyes’ optic nerves, shortsightedness of both eyes, horizontal nystagmus, flat feet
Luca
Boy, born 2005
Autism
Luca is all boy! He adores mechanical devices and toys, with any action involved. He can spend a long time concentrating, studying the secrets of mechanics. Most of the time he plays alone as it isn’t easy for him to interact with others. When he gets tired of talking he goes to a corner and sits there for a long time. There are not many chances for him to be alone at the orphanage.
Luca prefers routines; it’s hard for him to deal with changes in his surroundings. The usual routine, having the same people around and things in usual places create for him an illusion of steadiness and reliability in his world. It calms him down and gives him some confidence. Unfortunately, soon Luca will have to drastically change his life. But, it would be better for him if he gets used to a foster home than to the institution.
Although he is a thin boy, he likes to eat. His mood changes like the weather on a spring day. He could be crying one moment and the next moment laughing. Classes are not always interesting to him but. He appreciates when some adults help him with his homework.
Raul
Boy, born November 2002
HIV
From a family who met him, May 2014:
Raul is a very engaging young man. He is full of smiles and really likes learning English. He has a few words and some sentences already his belt. He will try to have a conversation with you and will repeat what you say in an effort to understand you. He prefers to be in the presence of adults verse many of his peers. He is very professional in a business-like manner when he speaks with you and how he dresses. You will often find him in his school uniform. He loves to carry around his green brief case with a frog on it. He is ready to make a deal. He is not one to be found playing sports or soccer on the field but engaging in conversation or helping the adult supervisors in the boarding school. He is very well liked by the staff and helpful to them. He loves swimming and just being near you. He is very receptive to hugs and willing to give and take them. He is one to grab your hand, hold it while you walk and it just makes his day!
Iris
Girl, born March 2003
Moderate mental delays; Microcephaly; Acquired deformity of chest and rib; Scoliosis
Girl, born July 2003Aislinn
Girl, born Jan. 2004
Down syndrome, Severe mental delays, Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified; Kyphosis and lordosis (curved spine); malnutrition
Aislinn is in urgent need of an adoptive family. She is already 8 and in an institution. Please share her need!
Married couples only. Large families and older parents welcome. Travel required.
Ulysses
Boy, born December 2009
Blind
Tetraparesis (which sounds like a degree of Cerebral palsy, or muscular weakness due to time in a crib)
ULYSSES HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED! HIS NEED IS URGENT!
Ulysses is blind; he won’t have much of a life in an institution, but he can THRIVE in a family! Give this dear boy a chance at the world, help find his family.
He was born at 24 weeks. He can’t speak but can understand everything. Ulysses is unable to walk but is trying to stand up. Will pull up to his knees.
Large families and older parents welcome.
Elijah
Boy, born Feb 2006
Birth defect of central nervous system, hydrocephalus, mental delays, manifest deviation, cardipathy and protein-calorie deficiency
Elijah needs a family asap, because he needs constant care, and at the orphanage he doesn’t receive it. They fed him with wheat cream only and how he is feeling sick all the time, it’s hard to feed him, so that at orphanages he just remains hungry sometimes.
He can walk and likes music and playing with mobile phones. He likes watching TV and doesn’t speak much.
Elijah really responds well to a male caregiver — he needs a Papa of his very own!
From a missionary who visited in August 2014: ” A beautiful little boy. He is doing so much better, he loves to walk. He needs someone to hold his hand as is too scared to walk alone just yet. He still has some self harming behaviors and lets you know when he’s not happy! But most of the time he is calm and has the cutest giggle. ”
From someone who met him summer 2013:
Elijah is a beautiful, sweet child. He is nonverbal but he occasionally makes some noises. Unfortunately, when I saw him he had to be restrained most of the time because he would hit himself and bang his head … hard. He now has a one-on-one caregiver, and I hear he is doing very well. Elijah likes to watch tv, and he loves musical toys. When you play music for him, he just lights up in a huge smile. He has an infectious laugh. While I was visiting, Elijah had surgery to fix a malfunctioning shunt. I was able to visit him in the hospital. The dedication of the man who is now his personal caregiver was amazing. Elijah can walk with support, and he loves to be held and cuddled. This little blond-haired child looks like an angel, and he would bring nothing but joy to a family’s life.
Julian
Boy, born September 2002
Severe mental delays
It wasn’t clear if Julian was just sitting in the chair, or if he’s not walking.
Brooks
Boy, September 2003
Down syndrome, severe mental delays
Brooks is also believed to have FAS, as well.
Paul
Boy, born December 2003
Down syndrome
Paul is almost 10 years old. He is living in an institution and needs a family so badly.
Susana
Girl, born August 2006
Mixed hemangioma of face and neck, Chronic viral hepatitis C, Other specified deforming dorsopathies (carriage defect), Astigmatism, Iron deficiency anemia
Susana is a friendly and sociable girl!
Wesley
BOY, born January 2008
From his medical records: internal hydrocephalus, multi cystic encephalomalacia, convulsive disorder, hernia, secondary cardiomyopathy, patent foramen ovale, anomalous chord of the left heart ventricle, secondary optic atrophy
Wesley is now available for international adoption, as he is 5 years old.
Darren #430
Boy, born March 2010
Hydrocephalus
Darren is very calm and smiling, but doesn’t sit or walk – he only lays because his head is too heavy.
He is happy when he sees the members of the staff, recognizes familiar people from strangers. He feels good when being around other children and adults. Grabs a toy when given to him and holds it for a while. Turns his head towards the direction of a sound. Makes active and passive movements with the limbs. Has a calm daily and night sleep.
UPDATE 2013:
He does not have a shunt, so his hydrocephalus remains untreated. His head circumference was 62cm in Feb 2013.
UPDATE 2014:
He is in a satisfactory general condition. The boy has positive emotional tone; he is calm and smiling. The child enjoys receiving attention and expresses positive emotions when someone plays with him or talks to him.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Jacques #401
Boy, born 2006
neuropsychological, motor and speech development delays
Jacques has severely delayed neuropsychological, motor and speech development. His behavior corresponds to that of an infant. He makes several steps independently and walks when held by one hand. He doesn’t speak, but produces monotonous sound combinations. He sometimes seeks adults’ physical closeness.
Sarai
Girl, born 2003
FAS, HIV
Sarai should be in a family with no children or much older children; her behaviors are that of a younger child. She has FAS, HIV, and tests positive for TB on the skin test.
She is so cute!
Lucy and Linus #399 #400
Lucy is a 5-year-old girl (born 2007) who has congenital microcephaly, infantile cerebral palsy, severe mental delay,delayed psychomotor development, multiple malformation syndrome. She rolls from back to belly and vice versa independently. She remains in a seated position for a short time when provided with some support. She shows interest in toys – she grabs and holds a toy in her hand, waves it around and examines it closely. She responds emotionally to seeing a familiar adult.
Linus is a 4-year-old boy(born 2009) who has microcephaly, congenital anomaly of the central nervous system, delayed psychomotor development, severe mental delay, multiple malformation syndrome. When put in a baby walker he steps on the floor with his whole feet and starts to slowly go around the room in the walker. The boy remains in a seated position for a short time with an adult’s assistance. He follows each and every movement of a person or an object with his eyes and head. He loves to watch the other children playing and moving around.
These siblings have very similar diagnoses. Biotinidase deficiency is suspected. There is an emotional bond between the children and they often hold hands, smile, laugh, look for each other with their eyes and jest with each other when they are placed side by side.
Because we only have these files for a short time, they will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for them.
Carl #394
Boy, born 2001
History of seizures, speech delays
Carl is an 11-year-old boy, who takes epilepsy medication, hasn’t had a seizure ever since he was placed in the institution where he is at present (June 2009); has a speech difficulty; interacts freely with both familiar and unfamiliar people; loves playing with all children; shows a great interest in being involved in different activities; likes logic games; has normal physical development.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, he will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for him.
Marv
Boy, born October 2001
Crossed-eyes, development delays
From someone who met him:
Marv is a very sweet, happy boy. He loves to play soccer, even though his vision problems make that very difficult for him. He has been living in a boarding school for typical kids, and receiving his own private lessons, but recently was transferred to a facility in another region specifically for children with special needs. His favorite class is math, and he gets great grades in math. His least favorite class is Ukrainian. He is said to learn more slowly than other children, which is why he has required private lessons.
He is cheerful, friendly, and sociable. He said several times he would like to be adopted by an American family.
Laynie #65-5
Girl, born 2006
Diagnosis: Delayed development
Laynie is described as having a positive attitude toward herself and others. Her motor skills are well developed. Her speech is delayed, but she speaks using single words and simple sentences. She’s attending kindergarten and has the assistance of a resource teacher. She mimics the actions of adults and plays games with other children. She enjoys looking at books. She follows verbal directions, asks questions and is beginning to memorize short poems and songs.
Because we only have this child’s file for a short time, she will not be able to receive donations until a family is found for her.
Reign
Girl, born December 1999
New current photo of Reign. Nearly 15 years old and left in a crib to die slowly. Imagine the transformation in her life if she had a loving family of her own!
Cerebral palsy, deep mental handicap
Bedridden and quiet, so heartbreakingly alone.
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Davian
Boy, born August 2000
Down syndrome
Lord, please, PLEASE let them see me here…please let my Mama and papa find me…please…..
Davian is 13 years old and stuffed in a stroller. Experienced adoptive families preferred. Large families and older parents welcome. Married couples only.
Phoenix
Boy, born May 2002
Cerebral palsy, spastic tetraparesis, epilepsy, hydrocephaly, deep mental handicap
From someone who met him:
Bedridden but still able to smile. They seemed particularly keen for me to photograph this child and kept turning his head for a better shot! I sensed that they too spot the potential within this child who smiled from inside his limited life. Somebody please go get this boy out of this cot!
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Solomon
Boy, born March 2001
Significant mental delays, sequela after viral encephalitis, cerebral palsy, tetraparesis, epilepsy
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.
Morris
Boy, born 2001
Significant mental delays, hydrocephaly, spastic paresis and inborn partial optic atrophy
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.
Delmar
Boy, born January, 2004
Down syndrome, mental delays, inborn partial optic atrophy of both eyes
From an adoptive family who visited him in 2014: ” He is hilarious. He is on puree but can take some lumps. That means he is usually the last to eat and squacks with displeasure. He loves to makes noises with his lips and will thrive in a family. I bet he will learn to speak. When I came to visit my son he came and sat on the couch next to me and held my hand for 20 minutes. He is not particularly shy. He does very small bits of rocking and does not do much stimming. He is a favorite of the caretakers. He is a sweet and curious little guy who is the size of a 4 or 5 year old.”
From an adoptive family who visited with him in June 2013: I met Delmar today. He is really tiny … maybe the size of a 3 year old, very petite in build. He was quite shy and didn’t want to come near me. He moved away when I tried to touch his hand. He was more open with the therapist who was there (a guy). Mostly he just sat on a mat, rocking and looking into space. Occasionally he waved his hands around. He’s a beautiful little boy, and was adorable in a tiny pair of overalls.
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Nehemiah
Boy, born January 2000
Cerebral palsy, difficult mental handicap
From a missionary who visited in August 2014: ” such sad, soulful eyes. He has a lot of self-harming behaviors and is covered in scars. He is aware of what is going on around him though and needs love and attention to blossom. He likes music. He can feed himself but will give you the spoon back when he wants a break. He can walk. This little love deserves a chance to be happy, it makes me sick to think of what awaits him in life. ”
From someone who met him: When I met him I was heartbroken! More than any child in the institution the sight of this thin boy with his hands tied and blood on his sleeves made me weep! My own child self-harms and I think I connected with this sight…it could have been my angel!! The staff told me he was tied for his protection, as he hurts himself; the holes on his sleeves obviously points to this… my own child has a self-harming syndrome and lives a wondrously happy and fabulous family life! Yes it needs managing but this child in front of me was desperate and my heart literally broke! He needs help and the life I know he can lead!
From an adoptive family who visited with him in June 2013: I met Nehemiah today. He is in a groupa with 7 other boys. In the playroom he sat on a mat with a stuffed lion. He didn’t really interact with me at all. Occasionally he would begin to cry loudly. Luckily, the caregivers responded to him quickly. He has sores all over his hands and wounds on his face. He’s a very attractive little guy, though.
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Jonathan
Boy, born March 2003
Sequels of encephalitis, convulsive disorder, sensorimotor alalia, deep mental handicap
A terribly sad rocking child whose face showed so much sorrow behind the eyes it was heart wrenching! He moaned and rocked and seemed untouchable! His eyes haunt me even now! How I wish I could have spent more time with him. He so needs a family to wipe away that sorrow.
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Fabio
Boy, born November 2002
Cerebral palsy, spastic tetraparesis, microcephaly, deep mental handicap, carditis, biliary dyskinesia
He was in the same room as Bobby and seemed quite quiet. I would love to see him outside of those stifling rooms.
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Mario
Boy, born May 2001
Mental delays, inborn hydrocephaly, cerebral palsy, anemia
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.
Blaine
Boy, born Sept 1999
Cerebral palsy, deep mental handicap, hydrocephaly, complete vascular leukoma, corneal staphyloma, inborn optic atrophy
This child is rather calm, but always smiles when somebody touches him, and always tries to walk with somebody’s support.
From a missionary who visited in August 2014: “A very handsome young man. He gets around really well by crawling on his knees. He can walk a few steps with assistance but he cannot fully straighten his knees. But with therapy etc he could walk unassisted! He can feed himself a soft diet with a spoon. He verbalizes sounds but I do not think he can speak yet. He responds to affection but spends a lot of time staring out the window. He’s bored and needs out! ”
From a family who met him in June 2013: I met Blaine today. When I arrived at the orphanage he was being stretched by the therapist. He seemed to really like the therapist and would crawl to him and hold up his hands so that he could stand up. He can walk if you hold both his hands, and I saw him in a gait trainer, too. It’s very difficult for him to walk as he doesn’t seem to be able to fully straighten his legs. Blaine smiles a lot and seemed to be a pretty happy kid. He did get mad about something and have a tantrum, but it passed quickly. He rocks a lot and makes repetitive noises. He came over to sit by me and took my hand from another child’s so he could hold it. He was very interested in my iPhone.
From someone who met him: He was a bundle of smiles, just desperate to interact with us. [One of the men] picked him up and swung him, they obviously have built up a relationship and he shrieked with laughter…it was joyous! He was made to sit next to Tania for a picture, she hated it but he was just fine! He would blossom in a family and with a life!
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Miriam
Girl, born August 2007
Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities, myopia
Miriam also has significant signs of FAS, although that is not diagnosed
From a missionary who visited in August 2014: ” this tiny little lady is always on the go and is a total thrill seeker. She likes being spun around and tipped upside down. She has the cutest little giggle! She likes taking turns sitting on everyone’s knee. ”
From someone who met her: I loved this child but she seemed so lost…she had only just arrived at the institution when I visited and she was bewildered! She is TINY. She is the child we all talk about, the child plucked from the baby house at 5 and left in a cot! She is the child forgotten and alone!
I was told she could walk, in fact she is the only child in the bedridden building who can walk, and then without warning she was swooped from her cot and paraded in front of me. A recent update says she is still moving and can still walk and she cries if she doesn’t get her walk! And she is still laughing and playing; but for how much longer?
She needs OUT! She needs a Mama, NOW!
10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.