Kylie

Kylie – AFI

Girl, born April 2002

Diagnosis:  Down syndrome

 

Report from 2008:

Kylie has a ready smile, and is fond of playing with others. Moderate sleep. She can go up and down stairs on her own, jump off floor with both feet, put on and off clothes and shoes, wash hands, feed herself.  She is fond of playing wtih toys, and reading picture books. Favorite spoort is playing outdoors, favorite toy is plush toys.

Full medical history is available for families.

Sera

Girl, born May 2008
Diagnosis:  congenital eyeball hypogenesis (blind)

 

Sera is reported to be a pretty girl, cute and clever.  She is well-loved by her caretakers.  She is developing well and her general health is good.  She likes to play hide and seek, and is described as a giggly, happy little girl.

 

Further medical history is available for potential families.

 

 

Asia General Information

The orphan crisis for children with Down syndrome and other special needs crosses every political and continental border, extending through the countries of Asia.  Although many reside in foster homes, they are still discarded and need a forever family of their own.

 

China, Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, and the Philippines all do an outstanding job of documenting each child’s social history, as well as providing thorough medical history and updates for potential adoptive families.   The process to adopt in these countries is very straightforward and predictable.  We have outstanding agency partners serving these children.  Length of travel and other requirements have been markedly relaxed over the last year, and even allow for single moms and larger families to adopt.

 

Despite all of these positive features, our Asian children are often the last to be chosen.  Please help us raise awareness and find adoptive families for them!

 

China

China

• SINGLE MOMS WELCOME!
• One parent must be US citizen
• Both parents must be between 30-54 years old
• Married at least 2 years, if previously married see more details
• No more than 6 children at home
• Previous experience with Down syndrome preferred
• Minimum of $10,000 of annual income per family member, including the new child you hope to adopt
•  A minimum of $80,000 net worth
• Health good, no history of cancer
• No medication for depression, anxiety, or schizophrenia
• Body Mass Index (BMI) must be under 40
• No criminal record or alcohol within the past 10 years
•  Only one parent must travel

We have several agency partners advocating for the children in China.  Their contact info is listed in the profiles below.   Adopting a child through the Waiting Child Program takes a special family with extra determination, commitment, and love to give.   However, as our references would love to tell you, adopting a special needs or older child is a source of joy beyond description.