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These beautiful older children have already waited so long for a family to call their own!
You are invited to send a check (no Paypal fees) to Reece's Rainbow, PO Box 4024, Gaithersburg, MD 20885
*Your gift will serve ALL of the children, as 10% of each waiting child donation is shared with our Voice of Hope fund as well!
Boy, born August 2001
PRC
Ezra is a handsome 11 year old boy who has been diagnosed with mental retardation.
He was found and brought to the institute when he was 8 years old. Upon admission, he was found to have normal body development. He is able to help the caretaker with basic chores and he can do simple self-management. Despite his condition, Ezra is improving in his language, personality, and emotional development. At age 11, he could have simple dialogues with people, and at age 12, he could get along well with his peers. Ezra is an active boy that loves to play sports with his classmates.
Boy, Born December 3, 2001
Andrew is medically healthy, but shows many of the facial characteristics of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome). He is cognitively delayed, but active and friendly, with great potential in a family environment.
Boy, born September 2000
PRC
Manny is an active 12 year old boy who has been diagnosed with mental retardation.
He was found and brought to the orphanage when he was 8 years old. Upon admission, Manny was found to have normal body development. He has learned to do simple chores, such as cleaning the ground, and can now help his caretaker with household tasks. He has also learned basic self-management. Manny’s language development is also getting better. When admitted, he could say thank you when give things, and at the age of 11, he could have simple conversations with people. Manny enjoys playing outside with his classmates. He loves sports and is known to get along well with other children.
Boy, born 1998
Cerebral palsy
More information coming soon.
Sutter is easygoing, organized
Sutter is a really smart boy. He likes to make puzzles and he can solve them really fast. His favorite game was copying a picture and rebuild it with little colored pins on a board with holes. If you try to fool him, he will say ‘no’ and start to laugh contagious. I’m sure that he would be able to participate in some kind of education.
He had several operations as a child, which improved his locomotion, but after his growth spurt he lost some of his mobility again. He tries to walk with crutches and he gets PT for it. With the right medical care I’m pretty sure he would be able to walk.
Some days he is really kind for the other children in his group and then he acts really helpful. Other moments he tries to get all the attention. He would do very well in a family, where he gets the attention he deserves.
Sutter becomes 15 this year. He needs a family committed to him before his 16th birthday, otherwise he will never be able to join a family, his chanced are gone then and then he is condemned to institution life for the rest of his life.
Additional photos and video available. Married couples only, travel required.
Boy, Born May 30, 2001
Boy, born September 1999
PRC
absence of skull (Absence of left frontal bone), dyskinesia of right limbs
Matthew John needs a family to complete his adoption PRIOR to his birthday in September, or he will lose his chance at a family.
Oh, the GRIN on this handsome boy! Additional pictures are available.
His file is last updated in 2007 – Matthew is extroverted in character, he is an active and lovely child, his temper is very obstinate. He is able to get along well with children in this institute. He likes playing games with other children, and likes swinging and playing football. He likes to eat four food, meat, fruits and vegetable. Matthew is always very happy every day.
Matthew is well-loved by those who know him; they sincerely hope that he would have a good future.
Matthew has a VERY large grant available through Lifesong, as well!
Boy, born May 2001
Minor mixed developmental delay; pseudobulbar dysarthria; flat footedness
Update from May 2011:
Joel has a minor level of developmental delay due to “disorder of activity and attention”. He is an agile and curious child. He willingly participates in cognitive activities. He attends a sports group and participates in amateur activities. He wants praise and to be noticed and valued. Joel is fairly communicative and enjoys interacting with adults. He sometimes seeks out extra attention and will get upset if he does not receive it. He is not always interested in interacting with his peers. He reacts properly to the remarks made by adults. Remarks made by adults of authority are particularly important to Joel. He is tidy and neat. He likes to look his best and dress stylishly.
Other photos available.
Joel wishes desperately to have a mother, he says it’s his dream! He has also expressed that he does want to be adopted.
Boy, born April 2002
PRC
dyskinesia of both lower limbs, can walk
Benjamin is ten years old and full of smiles. He can walk and run, although his diagnoses causes him to have a limp and occasional trouble with balance. He is able to complete most daily living tasks independently and with little supervision, including dressing himself, eating, doing simple chores, and taking care of his belongings. He is bright and attends a special education school in another town, where he lives in the dorms with three of his friends. He is a fun-loving boy.
No obvious abnormality is found with all of the bones of both knee joints.
Boy, Born December 2001
ABITaiKuangCC– A 10-year-old boy with Mild Mental Developmental Delay, Mild Epilepsy, and ADHD
Lance lived with his bio parents until he was 4 years old. He has a mild mental developmental delay and is currently in 2nd grade. His language comprehension is below average and he tends to display distraction and attention deficit during academic learning. He does obey adults’ instructions and completes his coursework with reminding. While Lance was staying with his foster family, he began displaying agitated emotions and behavior responses. He was seen by a psychiatry office and a brain echo reflected a suspected diagnosis of minor epilepsy. Another psychiatry office performed a brain echo and reported no abnormal findings. The doctor reported that his epilepsy situation had been controlled, but Lance had epilepsy seizures twice in April 2011 while he was conscious and responsive. Therefore, he is seen by the psychiatry office monthly.
Lance has also been diagnosed with ADHD and is treated with medications.
His birthmother intended to take her children home, but she is incapable of caring for her children due to financial difficulty and lack of parental skills. Although her original family voluntarily provides her with emotional support, they are all low-income households and could provide rare resources for support. Lance is a preteen boy with epilepsy, ADHD and mild mental developmental delay. It is difficult to locate a domestic family for him and his guardian expects that he will grow up in a stable and sound family through international adoption placement. Additionally, Lance has close relationships with his three younger siblings and he sincerely hopes he will keep in touch with them in the future.
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.
Boy, born Dec 2001
PRC
Albinism
Reid is an active child who loves warm atmosphere, has a ready smile and prefers to play outdoors. He is full of expressions, fond of music, being active when playing toys. He is obstinate sometimes, and being closed to caretakers. He would block the sunshine by his hands when too much sun burn; sometimes he could take care to other infants in bed by touch their head or feed them with cake. He has normal intelligence growth, good at imitation, is a smart and lovely child.
Additional pictures available.
Boy, born October 2002
This handsome boy was abandoned shortly after his birth. However, his mother returned for him soon afterwards and ended up giving him to an orphanage where he has lived ever since.
David has what may be permanent damage to his optic nerve. An accurate determination of just how much he can actually see cannot be made given the limited diagnostics and expertise available in-country. He has never attended school due to his visual handicap. He is an otherwise healthy little boy.
Boy, born August 2000
PRC
Albinism; poor vision of both eyes; bilateral nystagmus; bilateral absence of iris color
Shane is a very extroverted boy, he is active, outgoing, has fluent speaking, and he can talk freely before strangers. He likes to sing songs, and he often sings and dances before adults, and his singing is beautiful. He likes to play badminton, Fly Chess and car toys. He has a dream since young, hoping that he can be a bus driver to serve the passengers. He is easy going, and he never breaks into temper without reason, so he often has a smile, and he often helps do something in his ability actively, like clean the floor and desk and fold the clothes and so on.
His vision is worse and worse as his increasing age, he must go to very close place when seeing things nearby. In strong light, he is always squint his eyes to see the scenery far.
Boy, born 2/15/02
T-HSA
When this little boy was only a few months old, he fell from his bed causing an intercerebral hemorrhage. At this time he was found to also have a neuroblastoma of the kidney. He began chemotherapy, however this caused some developmental and intellectual delays. His foster mother provided daily rehabilitation and he can now walk straight and stretch his right hand. His brain tumor and epilepsy are now under control. This precious boy is waiting for parents who will take care of him and guide him through all of life’s journeys!
Boy, born 2001
Sullivan is a sweet, loving little boy. He is described as cheerful and curious. The smile on his face when he is being held is absolutely precious! He is not talking, but appears to be very capable of learning sign language to communicate! He loves to play “If you’re happy and you know it” and made up a sign for this, clapping his hands together.
Sullivan then quickly learned the ASL sign for more. In addition he has a sign for potty, and drink. He does not go right away to strangers, but wants those he is comfortable around to hold him and play with him. He is not able to stand or walk, but crawls to get around. When hurt by another child he will not attempt to defend himself, but will cry in hopes of someone comforting him. Sullivan is a very sweet boy who would do wonderfully in a family!
Boy, born January 2002
has siblings (not available for adoption)
Specific mixed developmental delay; pseudobulbar dysarthria; flat footedness; heart murmur; bilateral subatrophy of the discs of optic nerves
Complex development disorder: intellect disorder, mental delay, degree not specified; neurologic disorder; movement position and vision disorders. Average mental delay is established. Significant deviation of his behavior requires attention or treatment.
May 2011 update:
Bryan attends a special school and willingly attends, however he does not understand the essence of learning and has no motivation. His skills of self regulation and hygiene are well developed. He dresses himself and can tie up his shoes. He eats independently. He willingly interacts with both children and adults. Independent activity is brief and the results are minimal. He colors nicely and can do a 30-50 piece puzzle. Bryan’s behavior is unmotivated, and his mood changes frequently. He likes using his imagination and creating stories. He does not understand the concept of time. His self confidence is poor. His visual perception is underdeveloped. He distinguishes the main colors. He counts specific objects up to ten. Bryan is unable to describe what he sees in a picture, only names objects he sees. He grasps the basic elements of writing. His active vocabulary is underdeveloped for his age. Bryan is unable to grasp the concept of adoption, but he has made it very clear that he does want a mommy.
Mason
Boy, Jan 2001
Cardiac abnormalities: mitral valve prolapse of 1 stage, supplemental oblique chord of the left ventricle. Scoliosis.
Madison
Girl, born Sept 1997
Abnormal development of cardiac system: mitral valve prolapse of 1 stage, humpback.
They are currently in the same orphanage, and need to be adopted together.
Boy, born September 2001
has siblings (not available for adoption)
Open oval window; allergic contact disorder; developmental delays
Brayden was born during the 39th week of pregnancy weighing 3020g. Amniotic fluid was discolored. History of anemia, and obstructive bronchitis in infancy. At age 2 a speech delay was diagnosed. in 2009 an open oval hole in the heart was diagnosed. His main diagnosis’ include congenital diseases of heart’s wall development, disorder of specific motor function development, allergic contact disorder, and the disorder of language and communication. Psychical and physical delays are indicated. He has a moderate level of language delay. The consultation of cardiologist and the help of speech therapist are recommend.
Brayden is a friendly boy, but it has been noticed that he often chooses to ignore the younger children. During games he follows the rules, but is motivation to participate in activities is poor. He has considerable special educational needs. He is currently studying at a speech therapeutical school. He still confuses colors and figures, it is difficult for him to memorize and write. Bradyen likes playing with Legos, he enjoys outdoor activities, but is not interested in arts and crafts. His hygiene skills are good. He is physically developing at an age appropriate level. In new surroundings he behaves adequately, he is quiet and polite. He bashfully communicates with strange people. Bradyen likes affection and compliments very much.
He has a very strong bond with his grandparent, he often talks about him, and eagerly anticipates his visits.
Richard is about 9 or 10 years old and is hearing impaired.
It was thought at first that he was completely deaf, but his caretakers believe he does have some hearing intact. He will need to be evaluated by a specialist to fully determine what he can and cannot hear.
Boy, born March 2001
has siblings (not available for adoption)
Mixed developmental delays; mild mental delay; bronchial asthma; latent tuberculosis infection; functional heart murmur; Hypermetropia, converting squint.
He needs to wear glasses. Moderate level of disability was established due to mild mental delay.
During the last few years he has grown up, his skills have increased, and he has become more independent. He can choose his desirable activity and shows interest in specific toys. When playing role-play games he uses his life experiences. Gideon is impulsive and and has a quick temper. He wants attention and to be noticed. When asked to do chores he often ignores instruction and lacks initiative. Occasionally will bully young children. In his group of friends he is often aggressive and provokes them. If there is a lack of attention he caused conflict, speaks loudly, gets angry, and starts to shout. His learning is average. He has difficulty staying focused and staying on task with word instructions. He joins syllables quite well and is reading independently in short sentences, readily reads advertisements. He enjoys drawing, it is one of the activities that can keep his attention for long periods of time. His self tidying skills are sufficient, he often needs a reminder to wash, clean his teeth, or tidy his clothes but he can complete the tasks independently. He enjoys listening to music.
Boy, born February 2001
Cerebral Palsy; Motor Alalia; Pseudobulbar Dysarthria
Maverick was born weighing 1078g and received APGAR scores of 7-7. He was observed for jaundice. His early development was delayed, started walking at 25 months. He received the diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy, Motor Alalia, and Pseudobulbar Dysarthria in April 2002. He has had rachitis, varicella, anemia, and obstructive bronchitis. Intellectual, emotional, behavioral, and social(hyperkinetic conduct disorder) delays have been observed. He has low muscle tone and a heart murmur. He was diagnosed with average level of disability. He is often ill with a high fever.
Date of update is unknown: Maverick has an IEP in place. There are low level work manners in his educational process. He struggles to stay focused on a specific activity or instruction. He has learned various life skills such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, setting the table, wiping off the table, bringing dishes to the sink, making his own bed, cleaning his wardrobe, and dressing himself. He can focus much better when learning in a one-on-one environment. He can distinguish and verbalize things and actions about his daily surroundings. He is able to recognize some domestic animals, fish, vegetables, fruits, and furniture. He is sometimes able to identify geometrical shapes. He could benefit from having a mommy to work with him on his colors. He enjoys drawing. Maverick understands the concept of “how many?” and can count on his fingers. He also understands “more or less” He will sometimes argue and take away toys from other children. He tends to swing and sway himself and sucks his finger. He enjoys looking at the illustrations of books. He reacts emotionally to dramatized characters in fairy tales. His language comprehension is limited. Auditory perceptions are undeveloped. He speaks a lot but most of what is said cannot be comprehended.
Boy, born July 1999
mental delays, exomphalos (weakness of the abdominal wall), multiple birth defects of visual analyzers (he is blind on his right eye and missing his left eye)
From someone who met him in 2012:
This beautiful child really touched me,and got into my heart probably more so than any child there! He was sat happily with a caregiver at a table when I first saw him, he was keen to follow the noise of all the commotion my appearance brought about and was soon being helped towards me by this caregiver (he can walk but is blind).
He was delighted to say hello and was soon finding a way to climb into my lap, where he firmly remained. I made popping noises into his ear which he thought was so funny. What a cuddly, soft, gentle, smiling, loving child. I didn’t want to leave him and when the time came and I had to, it took a caregiver to drag him off me, he was sobbing at my leaving and my heart broke for him!
Later I returned to the building (about 40 minutes later) and he was still sat at the top of the stairs, as he heard somebody approaching he starting making the same popping noises I had done earlier, it was as if he was asking if it was me! When I did the noise back he grinned from ear to ear and held his arms out! How I wish he could have come home with me, it will always break my heart that I had to leave him there. He is a beautiful soul!
Boy, Born April 11, 2001
Alexey is consdered significantly delayed. He is fully mobile, and oh so handsome! But he has been given a second chance at life, saved from the mental institution and living in this well-kept school setting.
From a family who met him, Sept 2012:
Alexei is really a handsome guy and I think he knows it! He was playing ball with his groupa and is very active. When he was given a cookie from us he said thank you appropriately and made perfect eye contact. He will be a joy to any family with sons at home!
Update June 2013:
Alexey has a very big sweet tooth! He would not put down his lollipop to take a picture- when asked he told us politely “No, thank you.”
Boy, born 07/01/99
T-HSA
Henry was diagnosed as suffering Nephrotic syndrome in 2005 and has taken Prednisolone and Calcium Carbonate to control his urine production. His foster father reports that Henry is a gentle and introverted boy. He never throws a tantrum and does not argue with other children. He was developmentally delayed, but his teachers say that he has been catching up.
Boy, born 01/05/01
T-HSA
James is looking for an amazing family to help him grow and develop. In 2007, he was diagnosed with Asperger’s, ADHD, and developmental disability but is considered high functioning. He lived with his birth parents for the first two years of his life, but due to abuse and maltreatment, was placed in the care of the government. James’ foster mother describes him as sweet and considerate. He struggles with his social interactions with his peers, but does much better with adults. He has difficulty adjusting to a new environments and changes in routine, but his foster mother and teachers work very hard with him to prepare and ease transitions. James does well in school and when he is interested in something, he is able to maintain his focus for long periods of time. He has a special talent for puzzles. He is able to complete puzzles with 300 pieces alone!
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.
Boy, born Oct 2002
PRC
Albinism, burn scars on foot/leg
He is described as outgoing and likes to help other kids. A caregiver says his mental development is slightly delayed compared to other children his age at the orphanage because sometimes it takes him a little longer to answer questions than other children. He is in the second grade and has trouble with his homework at times. His caregiver states that he has no vision problems aside from sensitivity to light. He has been diagnosed with albinism. His favorite people are other boys at the orphanage. Playing badminton makes him happy. His caregiver explained that he saw other children playing badminton and decided he wanted to try it, so he is currently learning how to play. When he grows up, he wants to be a car driver. His caregiver stated he is normally very active and noisy, but he was nervous with strangers so he was quiet during the meeting with adoption officials. He had a huge smile on his face during his dance performance and appeared be having fun with his friends.
Boy, born December 1997
Rough mental delay, cerebral palsy spastic tetraparesis, partial atrophy of optic nerves
Barton is a quiet boy. He loves to be outside, staring at the sky, following the birds with his eyes. He loves to feel the wind around his and when there’s a leaf on the ground and the wind blows it away, he goes running after it. Barton doesn’t make eye contact but he does listen when you speak to him. He doesn’t talk, but he when you ask him to do something he will immediately do it, come to you and stand in front of you for a moment. When you say ‘well done’ he’ll continue what he was doing before. Barton sometimes seems to live in his own world. He’s not making a lot of social contact with the other children from the group, until somebody turns on the music. He loves music and he will start dancing with the other children of the group.
Barton is fifteen already, so he needs a family fast. He needs a family committed to him before his 16th birthday. This boy can become so much more if he would be supported by a loving family!
Large families welcome, multiple children may be adopted together from the same orphanage. Married couples only; travel required.
PRC
Leonard is an extroverted and active 10 year old boy who always has a ready smile. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and extropia of both eyes. Leonard’s cerebral palsy effects mostly his physical movements with little effect on his intellect. Leonard can walk alone steadily, run, and can go upstairs and downstairs alone and his grasping ability and fine motor ability have improved. Leonard has trouble trying to keep his body still for a long time. Although he speaks slowly, he understands words and has no serious barrier in communicating. He has good self-care abilities. Leonard is fond of watching TV and playing games. He always gets along well with the other children and likes to be close with others.
Boy, born February 2001
cerebral palsy, cognitive delays, spastic diplegia, inborn hydrocephalus, secondary cardiopathy
Leroy is one of the cleverest kids there, and he speaks a lot – he is rather impudent 
He gets sad, when other children get presents and he doesn’t. He understands much and likes ice-cream.
From someone who met him in 2012:
I thought he was wonderful…again one of the lucky 9 boys to be in the small group home, picked because he is so very able. He is clever and could achieve much. He was full of smiles and laughter when I met him. He was very polite and enjoyed the excitement of a visit. He really would thrive in a home environment.
Boy, Born December 16, 2002
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.
Boy, Born December 4, 2002
Boy, born 2003
Cerebral Palsy (spastic tetraparesis with moderate movement disorders), mixed astigmatism, amblyopia of both eyes, scoliosis of thoracic spine, dyslalia (speech disorder)
Boy, born January 2001
microcephaly, hydrocephaly, cognitive delays, deficiency anemia, oligotrophy
He is a very funny boy! Previously, the caretakers thought he was a mean boy, but moving to a smaller group helped him, significantly. He has a speech delay; he often says just the first syllable of each word, but in a few days you can understand much of what he is saying. Orion likes to help.
From someone who met him in 2012:
Oh my goodness, what a live wire! He ran to me with that massive, heartwarming smile, and beckoned me to follow him into the classroom that’s part of his small home. He ran so excited to get his books and was so proud of how he is learning to write. Orion is such a clever capable boy and so full of life. He played with us and screamed with laughter and was just so lovely. I cannot even say how wonderful he would be in a real home…he would be an amazing son. You simply cannot help but love mischevious, wonderful, funny, amazing Orion!
Boy, born December 1999
Rough mental delay, hydrocephalic syndrome
From someone who met him in 2012: Amos is a wonderful sweet boy! He will do anything you’ll ask. In the summer the children will play outside and the more disabled children are sitting in a big box. Everyday he carries out the carpet to put in the box and he will carry out the benches and chairs to sit on as well. When the ‘outside-time’ is over, he would carry it all back in again. He doesn’t really talk, but I’m pretty sure he would be able to. He does make sounds and he loves to ‘sing’. While singing he makes sounds that could almost be words, but as long as he’s lacking of stimulation, I think he will not talk. He likes to dance around to.
He is a big help for the nurses. When a child has to go to the shower or potty he brings them, when a child falls down, he picks the child up, even without somebody telling him to do that. He is a really social butterfly. He cares about the children around him and I’m sure that he would be an awesome big brother, because that’s what he is for the children in his group.
The only self stimulating behavior that I saw in Amos was sticking things in his ears. You can easily distract him from that by offering him a toy. Once he has a toy, he will not be bored, he can play forever with just one toy.
Large families welcome, multiple children may be adopted together from the same orphanage. Married couples only; travel required.
Boy, born August 2000
PRC
Albinism, vision issues (horizontal nystagmus of both eyes, white iris, transparent cornea, both eye ground cannot be seen clearly)
Wesley was abandoned when he was 6 years old and he has been on the list since 2008. He has a gentle temperment, is polite and sensible, and gets along well with others. He likes to play games with kids outdoors. He likes watching cartoons, listening to stories with peers, playing games with kids outdoors, likes playing balls and toy cars best. He especially prefers toys that make sounds.
Additional pictures and information available.
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Boy, born June 2002
PRC
Deaf
This guy has personality! He is 11, and has a great sense of humor (he’s a little jokester). Lenny’s special need is deafness. He attends a boarding school for deaf children during the week, and lives at the foster home on weekends. He speaks sign language, which will be great when he meets his forever family. He is very intelligent with the computer, likes cars, cartoons, and building blocks.
He has good relationships with both his foster parents. He is smart and willing to help with housework. He is described as a gentleman. When he goes grocery shopping with his foster mom he always points to the heaviest bags and says “Mom, I am Superman, I will help you carry that”. Every family needs a Superman. After all, Superman was adopted too!
Boy, born Oct 2002
Diminished intellectual capacity. Calm, affectionate.
Slightly delayed intellectual capacity for his age. The child is very calm and good, no aggression is observed, he is very loving and sensitive. Very much likes to color and draw, has very good sense of color. During the day he likes to draw and to order puzzles. At school lags behind, his attention is easily distracted.
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.
Boy, born January 2001
Controlled epilepsy (Grand mal seizures, medicated), light mental delays.
Clive is said to be calm, affectionate. He displays deficiency in the basic cognitive functions – thinking, memory, attention, perceptions, imagination. The fine motor skills are also not well developed.
He is a very intelligent child, responsible towards school, has no absences, he discusses and shares with the educators and conducts a conversation. He works with a resource teacher at school. His character is calm, balanced, alert and affectionate.
Clive is a student in the 5-th grade and is well adapted in the school environment. He starts working slowly, with endeavor. He works on adapted program on language, literature and mathematics. He knows how to add and subtract. He has an affinity towards music and loves to sing. He is contact with the other children and adults. Doesn’t enter in conflicts with the other children, he is polite, follows the general rules and norms for conduct. Knows the hierarchy in the institutions – school, he behaves well.
Clive is well developed physically, positive and well-wishing, very friendly and easily makes contact.
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.
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.
Boy, born May 2002
PRC
Nathaniel is an outgoing boy turning 11 years old in May. His intellectual development is delayed, but he does have normal body development.
Nathaniel was found and brought to the institution when he was 2 years and 6 months old. Upon admission, he could stretch his hands out when he wanted to be cuddled and could say mom. When he was 3, he could say sister, aunt and brother in Chinese. By the time he was 5, he could tie his shoelaces without help and could basically understand adults. Nathaniel learned how to do simple chores such as sweeping the floor and cleaning the desk when he was 8. Now, he is able to have simple communication with others and helps the aunt do simple tasks around the house. Nathaniel is an active boy that loves playing sports with his classmates. He is also good at saying thank you and says hello to others on his own initiative.
Boy, born July 2001
PRC
Benji is a happy 11 year old boy that has been diagnosed with mental delays, Esotropia of both eyes and hearing loss of both ears. Aside from these conditions, Ben has normal body development, and is doing well at the institute.
Benji was admitted to the institute at the age of 1 year and 3 months. At that time, he was able to sit for a while and could wave “good bye” to people. When he was 2, he could put on his own clothes and enjoyed playing games with his peers. At age 3, he could run, jump, and greet people in a positive manner. At the institute, Benji has learned many things such as washing his hands and face, eating dinner with a spoon, putting on his shoes, recognizing male and female, and saying thank you. He is now able to understand directions and do basic self-care. Benji also loves to play outdoors, and often kicks the ball around with his classmates. Benji is described as an active, open, and smiling boy that gets along well with others.
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.
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!
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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!
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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.
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Boy, born Aug 1997
Cerebral palsy, microcephaly, mental delays
What a smiler and an utter sweetheart!
He grinned and laughed and his disposition did not match up to his circumstances or surroundings. In my short time with him he was an utter ray of sunshine.
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
Boy, born January 2000
Cerebral palsy, difficult mental handicap
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.
COMPLETED & APPROVED HOME STUDY REQUIRED PRIOR TO COMMITMENT. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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.
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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.
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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.
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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 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!
Families should be HS approved (or close to it) prior to commitment. 10 day wait often waived here. Married couples only, larger families welcome.
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.
Boy, born April 2003
PRC
Congenital Scoliosis
Brian is now in Grade 2; he likes arts and drama,he is a good student. He is living in the foster family in the orphanage,he is close to the little brother and little sister in the foster family. He is willing to be adopted by a foreign family.
He hasn’t had any corrective surgery before.
Brian likes reading, drawing and playing game with friends. He is extroverted, easy-going and active. He gets along with other children,and he likes to help the younger ones. He is a very good boy cause stays postive is hard in the orphanage,please help him to have a family.
Brian is outgoing and can express himself well. He says hello when he sees people and can tell the function of regular tools. He can distinguish many and little and can find the mistakes in pictures. He often raises questions and is very curious. He loves singing and performing. He likes to dance to the music and can recite children’s songs. He loves to listen to stories, see pictures and watch cartoons. He enjoys outdoor activities. Brian is good at caring for himself. He can finish his own things independently. He can feed himself, go to bathroom, take on and off clothes, socks and shoes without help. He likes toy cars very much.
Boy, born March 2003
Diagnoses: specific mixed development delay, arthropathy (as the result of rickets), congenital flatfootedness, delay in intellectual development, specific cognitive delay, emotional, behavioral and social development delays, physical and motor delays, deviation of muscle tone
Niles was born from first pregnancy and delivery and was born at 38 weeks, his weight at birth was 305g and height was 54cm. He scored 10/10 on APGAR. He was born with an asymmetric face, his left side of his face and his nose were pushed towards the right, due to pathologic position in the womb. The symptoms of irritability were noticed after his birth: increased muscle tonus, tremor, and when he cries his skin turns reddish. The blood test was done and the boy was diagnosed with polycithaemia, neonatal cerebral irritability. The state of the health of newborn was satisfactory, there were no observed complications.
Niles is quiet and struggles with jealousy. He willingly gets involved in educational activities but sometimes has trouble learning the materials. He does not know how to read. He enjoys drawing, moulding, folding, and making appliques. He likes imitative activities and can express everything and does so very well. He can draw himself, a mother, a home, and flowers, can you tell he wants a mother and home of his own? He plays computer games. He wants to play with other children very much but always wants to be the leader. He has good hygiene and is self sufficient. He communicates with his peers and adults willingly. He adapts easily in new surroundings. He thinks positively about himself. He struggles to express his own opinions.
Niles says he wants a mummy and daddy very much.
Boy, born April 2003
Donald has twinkling green eyes and blond hair. He is labeled as having mild mental retardation.
He has an unusually shaped head, but our team was told it did not damage his brain; it’s just oblate-shaped skull.
More pictures available.
URGENT:
This is a new orphanage for us to work with. These children are older, and will be transferred at the end of summer and it will be extremely hard to adopt them once they are transferred.
If you are considering this child, please do not delay!
Boy, Born April 14, 2003
Yuri is a handsome little boy with incredible potential! He is officially diagnosed with a cognitive delay and “syndrome of movement inhibition”, but this child is happy and active and very independently mobile! He is a favorite of the caregivers, and has so much potential in a loving, family environment!
Yuri has brown hair and blue eyes. He is already living in the institution, but has only been there a short time. He needs a family NOW to prevent any further regression in his cognitive abilities. Right now, he is quite a bright boy! Please give Yuri a chance!
Donations will be accepted for this child when further information is received.
Boy, Born June 2003
Diagnosis: cerebral palsy, epileptic syndrome, significant mental delays. Unable to walk, spastic/tight muscles. Evan is blessed to still be at the baby house (as of March 2010), but once he is transferred, he will spend the rest of his short life bedridden. Please consider being a loving family for Evan!
From a missionary who visited with him in March 2012: Evan is also in the boys new house where just 9 children are. He was gentle, lovey, cuddly and just so sweet. He is severely delayed but a gentle delight to be around and he loved stacking blocks with me. He was picked on quite a bit by the others who I saw hitting him. Felt so desperate for him.
From a family who met him in summer 2012:
One of the boys I worry most about is Evan. He appears to have cerebral palsy. He is stiff and a bit distorted. He does not have the luxury of PT and OT to help him function better. He sits hour after hour in a wheel chair. He will not be one that is given a job on the grounds like the others. As he gets older and bigger he will be moved to a bed and left there. He will be put in a diaper and left in bed – fed there and left – the diaper changed once or twice a day. He will no longer be taken outside he will just be left to lay there.
As I pushed our son’s wheelchair back to the house I waved at Evan. His eyes came to life – he was noticed. Later when I returned he waved and smiled. After that I made it a point to include Evan as much as possible. I would push his wheelchair to where the group was. If we were playing with balloons I would make sure he had one. He soon learned to pop the balloon. He thought it was hysterical. It also got him attention – everyone would look.
Of all the kids there I think he has the most room for improvement. With a family that will stretch him and help him I think he has a ton of potential! He is speech delayed also but again has so much potential.
Boy, Born April 10, 2003
HELP! I have been transferred to a remote institution, with no hope of finding my family without you!
Jason spends his time either in a crib or in a stroller, sitting outside.
He needs a lot of love and attention … He is a good, sweet child, but he has a lot of self-injuring behaviors. Unfortunately, he is often restrained because he hits himself really hard.
Update Nov 2012: Jason is learning to walk with support!
From a family who visited with him in June 2013: I saw Jason this morning. I got to take him for a walk in the stroller, play with him, feed him (twice!), and get him ready for his nap. He is wonderful. He loved it when I made my hand crawl up his belly and tickle him under the chin. I was rewarded with loud laughing and a huge smile. He liked to have me rub his feet, and whenever I would stop he would stick his little foot up for more. He makes noises but he does not talk. He can walk if he holds both of your hands, but he prefers to crawl as he can go faster. He is the king of the bouncy seat. He sits in it whenever he can, and he shooed away another child who came too close. He is about the size of a four year old and is in a 4/5 shirt. He’s heavier than I thought he would be, but I can carry him easily. I’m totally in love.
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