Boy, Age: 2
Region: Eastern Europe
Primary Diagnosis: Hydrocephalus
Special needs: hydrocephalus – implanted ventriculoperitoneal shunt; macrocephaly; round hemangioma in the scalp area; intermittent convergent strabismus; phimosis; delayed neuropsychological development.
Listed: Feb 2026
Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers
Meet precious Johnny! He is only 1 years old, turning 2 in the spring. Because of his special needs, he was never raised by his biological family and has spent his entire young life in the neonatology unit, in a children’s home, and now in his current group home for children with medical needs. Johnny is a gentle, sweet boy who needs a loving and devoted family.
Johnny can sit independently and he can assume a hands-and-knees position. He grasps toys and responds with positive emotion during interaction. He has good hand-to-mouth coordination. Johnny can turn from back to belly and vice versa. When standing, he has weak support on his legs.
Most of the time, Johnny is calm; there are no signs of increased anxiety, frustration, or aggression. He uses crying to seek attention or to satisfy needs but calms down quickly when comforted through hugging, gentle stroking, or talking. His sleep is calm.
