Myles #

Boy, Age: 2

Primary Diagnosis: Behavior, Cerebral palsy, Speech Delay

cerebral palsy; severe mental delays; significant behavioral disorder requiring care or treatment; Expressive speech disorder. Insomnia

Listed: Jun 2026

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Myles is a sweet little boy born in July 2023. Despite facing significant medical and developmental challenges, Myles continues to make progress and has shown determination as he learns new skills.

Myles has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and severe developmental delays. He requires ongoing therapies and will need a family that is prepared to advocate for his medical, developmental, and educational needs throughout his life. His diagnoses include significant cognitive delays, speech impairment, and motor challenges that affect his mobility and communication.

Although Myles faces many obstacles, he has recently achieved milestones such as learning to sit independently and beginning to pull himself up while holding onto furniture. He enjoys exploring toys, especially those within his reach, and expresses himself through vocalizations and interactions with those caring for him.

Myles will benefit from a family committed to providing a structured, nurturing environment and access to specialized services, including physical therapy, speech therapy, and developmental support. He will need lifelong assistance and care, but with the love and dedication of a family, he can continue to reach his fullest potential.

Yara

Girl, Age: 5

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Listed: Mar 2026

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Mothers

Yara’s spark and tenacity should be an inspiration to us all!

Yara came into protective care after her mother determined she did not have the resources or emotional support network to care for her daughter with complex special needs. She is a brave girl who navigates several neurological and physical health conditions. Yara was born following a normal pregnancy and delivery, but despite this fact, her diagnoses include right-sided spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy, a congenital brain malformation, and focal epilepsy. Because of these conditions, she experiences some developmental delays. She also has visual impairments, including strabismus (both convergent and vertical), astigmatism, and amblyopia. Additionally, Yara has an expressive language disorder.

Despite these complex diagnoses, Yara is in excellent nutritional health. She maintains an adequate weight and height for her age. Her vaccination schedule is completely up to date, with her next boosters due when she turns five. She will require ongoing, comprehensive management by medical specialists to ensure her continued rehabilitation and health.

Yara shows incredible physical determination and a wonderful spirit of resilience. Anyone who hears of her diagnoses will be AMAZED by her gross motor skills. She moves independently from one place to another, runs, and even jumps on one or two feet. She can climb stairs easily, alternating her feet as she goes. Due to her right-sided hemiplegia, she experiences difficulties with fine motor skills in her right hand, particularly with gripping and using a pincer grasp. To help her improve, she currently attends physical and occupational therapy three times a week. Yara has an expressive language disorder, meaning she needs extra patience and support to help her communicate her thoughts and feelings. Her medical history impacts her overall developmental timeline. She benefits greatly from a structured environment and dedicated therapies that help her build daily living skills at her own pace.

Yara is a child who demonstrates quiet strength every day. Through her intensive physical and occupational therapies, she shows a remarkable willingness to try hard and push through challenges. While she navigates a world that can sometimes be physically and communicatively frustrating, she responds beautifully to patience and gentle guidance. She needs parents who can offer a deeply secure attachment style, providing her with the emotional safety required to process her feelings and build her confidence. With a predictable routine and a supportive home, Yara has the foundation she needs to develop healthy coping mechanisms and emotional regulation.

Yara is an active girl who loves to use her body to explore the world. Because she enjoys running, jumping, and moving around independently, she will thrive in a home with safe, open spaces to play.

Rowand #

Boy, Age: 7

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

infantile cerebral palsy – spastic quadriparesis, severe degree; localized symptomatic epilepsy – secondarily generalized seizures; pronounced cerebellar atrophy; atrophy of the large cerebral hemispheres; pseudobulbar paresis; microcephaly; craniosynostosis; optic nerve atrophy; microphthalmia on the left; arachnoid brain cyst with communicating hydrocephalus and atrophy of the temporal lobes; delays in physical, motor, and neuropsychological development; severe mental delay

Listed: Mar 2026

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Precious Rowand is a boy with complex special needs who is in need of a dedicated family able to provide him with the love, attention, specialized care, and therapies he requires.

Rowand remains in a lying position and is motor-passive. He tolerates interactions – tactile, verbal, musical. He does not initiate interaction when he is awake but remains calm. The boy reacts by crying in moments of discomfort. He reacts to sounds and movement around him.

Rowand is fully dependent on the care of adults. He requires constant specialized care for feeding (via NG tube), body positioning, and systematic motor rehabilitation.

Phoebe

Girl, Age: 9

Country Code: Africa-1

Region: Africa

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Listed: Jan 2026

Available to Single Mothers

Phoebe is a beautiful girl with cerebral palsy. She is aware and responsive to the world around her—she turns toward familiar sounds, smiles when she hears her name, and delights in the voices of people nearby. Phoebe uses a wheelchair and is lovingly assisted by a caretaker for feeding and daily needs. She has a wonderfully smiley spirit and especially loves snuggles and close, affectionate connection. With the right family, Phoebe would thrive surrounded by patience, tenderness, and love.

Elina #

Girl, Age: 3

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays, Hydrocephalus, Spina bifida

Listed: Dec 2025

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Mothers

Congenital anomaly of the nervous system (CANS): Spina bifida aperta, condition after surgical treatment; Hydrocephalus, condition after implantation of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS). Cerebral palsy. Symptomatic epilepsy. Pseudobulbar paresis. Pelvic-reservoir deficiency. Bilateral inguinal hernias. GER. Protein-energy deficiency. Cortical blindness. Profound delay in neuropsychiatric development

Milo #

Boy, Age: 7

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder, Global developmental delays

Listed: Dec 2025

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Chronic herpes simplex type 2 encephalitis. Microcephaly. Symptomatic epilepsy. Cerebral palsy – severe quadriparetic syndrome. Profound cognitive delay. Convergent concomitant strabismus. Nystagmus. Atopic dermatitis

Scarlett #

Girl, Age: 3

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Listed: Sep 2025

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Mothers

Epileptic encephalopathy. Microcephaly. Cerebral palsy. Congenital cytomegalovirus infection. Delay in neuropsychiatric development. Protein-energy malnutrition

Joshua #

Boy, Age: 4

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays, Hydrocephalus

Listed: Sep 2025

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Congenital anomaly of the central nervous system – hydrocephalus; condition after implantation of a ventriculo-peritoneal shunt. Epilepsy. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Non-allergic asthma. Cortical blindness. Spastic quadriparesis. Severe developmental delay. Atopic dermatitis.

Bella

Girl, Age: 9

Country Code: Asia.4

Region: Asia

Primary Diagnosis: Autism, Cerebral palsy

Listed: Aug 2025

Bella is a sweet 8-year-old smiley girl who needs a family dedicated to helping her reach her optimal potential. Though she has multiple diagnoses including cerebral palsy, she has made great strides with therapy over time. For example, she has dyskinetic cerebral palsy with dystonia affecting her lower limbs. In 2021, she received Botox injections that gave her great improvement in the use of her legs. Bella receives physical therapy and is currently capable of taking 2-3 steps on her own, but can stand, walk, and go up/down stairs with support.

Bella receives occupational therapy which has helped her be able to scribble with crayons, feed herself, open food containers and snack packages, etc. While she does not speak, she is able to make her needs and wants known through gestures facial expressions, vocalizations, and also through picture cards. She knows a few signs as well such as “thank you.” Due to Bella’s multiple diagnoses, she requires assistance with her daily living activities though she is able to take part in her care.

Bella was born exposed to and addicted to drugs. Following her birth, she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy characterized by dyskinesia and spastic quadriplegia, microcephaly, strabismus, global developmental delay, and severe intellectual disability. In 2017, she was also diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

It is clear that Bella has established a bond with her caregivers and she enjoys their presence. She greets her teachers and plays clapping games with them. She is able to pay attention during lessons and has demonstrated the ability to learn. While she will always need a caregiver, it is believed that being in a loving family will help Bella continue to develop and grow in her abilities. She enjoys playing on a sit-n-spin, swinging or playing on a see-saw. She is drawn to mirrors and toys with lights and/or music.

Ian

Boy, Age: 13

Country Code: Africa-1

Region: Africa

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Listed: Jun 2025

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Single Mothers

Ian is a ton of fun! He loves music- always requesting his favorite songs on the speaker so he can sing along! He is a wheelchair user that is working on self propelling- he is such a hard worker. He does have some visual impairment in one eye, but his hearing has made up for this impairment…he can hear your voice from rooms away and call for you! He loves spending time with his friends, enjoying his favorite foods, and taking trips to the local market to get some yummy street food! He would greatly benefit from a loving family because he is such a relational boy!

West

Boy, Age: 7

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Cerebral Palsy, full paralysis; Severe cognitive delay

Listed: Mar 2025

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

West is a calm and precious boy who reacts with his eyes when he hears the voices of his caregivers who he adores. He loves to have his face caressed. West will fix his gaze on those he loves dearly. He receives therapies twice a day. Loud noises tend to startle him. West enjoys a calm and peaceful environment. He is beloved amongst all the staff. There is more to West’s gaze than meets the eye; in his eyes is a desire to be wanted. Would you give West the chance to be loved and make those eyes come to life?

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Agency fee reductions may be available based on the adoptive family’s circumstances (with a specific adoption agency).

Idris #

Boy, Age: 7

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Cerebral Palsy – spastic quadriparesis. Localized (focal, partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial convulsions. Severe mental retardation, significant behavioral disorders requiring care or treatment. Optic nerve atrophy.

Listed: Mar 2025

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Idris was born with very low weight and immaturity, complicated neonatal period. Subsequently, with the development of multicystic encephalopathy with microcephaly (based on severe hypoxic-ischemic incidents in the perinatal period), severe spastic quadriparesis and symptomatic epilepsy (mainly tonic seizures). Conducts therapy with Convulex, as a result of which seizures are almost not registered.

The child has severe lag in physical and neuropsychiatric development. Severe mental deficiency. Needs systematic motor rehabilitation, classes with a speech therapist, psychologist and typhlopedagogue. Weak rehabilitation potential. Followed by a pediatric neurologist and ophthalmologist.

The child can turn from back to stomach and back. Does not crawl, does not sit independently, does not have a four-legged stand. Does not stand up, holding on to a support. Holds a toy placed in the hand for a short time. Lacks a pincer grip. The average mental age of the child corresponds to 3-5 months. The child is mostly calm with accompanying episodes of irritability, expressed through crying. Quickly calms down by the presence and attention of an adult. There are no indications of aggressive behavior or manifestations. Does not utter words, syllables and sound imitations. Does not turn when called by name. Does not initiate contact with other children. The child is completely dependent on the care of an adult. Takes food from an adult with a spoon (less often from a bottle). Falls asleep independently.

There is evidence of a brother with an autoimmune disease – Alopecia areata.

Theodore #

Boy, Age: 8

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Deaf / HoH, Hydrocephalus

Listed: Jan 2025

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Internal obstructive hydrocephalus – VPA. Spastic cerebral palsy. Umbilical hernia. Convergent strabismus. Hemangioma pedis dextra. ROP in regress. Bilateral sensorineural hearing loss – hearing aid. Mixed specific disorders of psychological development. Severe mental delays.

Sophie

Girl, Age: 10

Country Code: Asia.4

Region: Asia

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Other Special Needs

Listed: Dec 2024

Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Sophie is a gentle, cheerful, and agreeable 8-year-old girl. She loves listening to music and is attracted to various sensory toys and materials. When her caregivers and teachers play music, she becomes attentive and smiles. Sophie has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy with multiple medical conditions. She requires daily medications and intensive medical follow-up in various specialties. She needs support and assistance with mobility and daily living activities. In the face of her challenges, Sophie works hard to participate in different training sessions and therapies including physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

Sophie loves people. She can be easily comforted by hugging, gentle stroke, and comforting words. Sophie expresses herself nonverbally. She nods or smiles when she likes something, and pouts or frowns when she does not. She joyously participates in the activities the caregivers and teachers give her such as sunbathing outside and sensory activities. Her caregivers and teachers report that she is easy to care for and manage because of her calm nature and generally stable health condition. She also adjusts to changes quickly and easily.

It is believed Sophie will continue to make progress in reaching her potential within a loving and caring family. Due to the unique child/family matching system in her country, a family with a current home study for any country can submit to be considered to become her family.

Theodore

Boy, Age: 4

Country Code: EE-7

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays, Hydrocephalus, Limb differences

Diagnosis include a lighter version of cerebral palsy; hydrocephalus; Mixed developmental disorder; congenital deformity of the foot

Listed: Oct 2024

Theodore was born prematurely at 25 weeks; he will need ongoing support from doctors as he continues his development.

He is described as being very cheerful, curious, positive, interested in everything, expresses positive emotions and smiles a lot and responds when spoken to. He listens attentively to adults and can distinguish between a stern and pleasant tone of an adult. Makes single sounds, says words and waves his hand to those leaving. When asked, shows where his nose, eyes and mouth are, claps his hands. He is eager to play with toys for his age and likes toys that make different sounds. The boy is very affectionate and very active. Since March of this year, he has learned to walk independently using a walker. He needs to wear orthopedic footwear at all times. He walks short distances, has an irregular gait, and staggers. He eats a wide variety of food and has no allergies. The child eats on his own, is learning to sit on a potty and is a good sleeper. He can’t hear in one ear as it is undeveloped so he wears a hearing aid and attends checkup appointments for his hearing. He responds when called by name. He enjoys kindergarten and being around other children. He completed a rehabilitation program in 2023 that was very effective and has shown positive changes in his development.

Lilian and Sonny

Sibling Group

Ages: 10, 7

Country Code: LA-7

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Sonny is a quadriplegic child with cerebral palsy and epilepsy.

Listed: Oct 2024

2025 MACC, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers, Siblings

Lilian is described as happy and communicative girl who is very creative. She interacts positively with adults and other children. She is currently in the fifth grade where she is known to be a good student.

Sonny is a quiet boy though he smiles and babbles to communicate with others. He is a quadriplegic child with cerebral palsy and epilepsy.

The agency can attempt to obtain additional information for interested families.

Jana

Girl, Age: 8

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder, Genetic Condition (non-DS)

Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18 by translocation) and pulmonary dysplasia, fully dependent on oxygen. Epilepsy, gastroesophageal reflux without esophagitis, nausea and vomiting, urinary tract infection, gastrostomy, congenital malformation syndromes associated mainly with short stature, hypothyroidism, and spastic cerebral palsy.

Listed: Oct 2024

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Mothers

Information in this report is from March 2023 when Jana was 5. The adoption agency has medical records and pictures for Jana dating back to 2019.

Jana entered care at one year of age due to abandonment and negligence. Within her foster home, it is evident that Jana likes to interact with others. In her own special way, Jana is able to share and receive affection. She communicates with others through body language and eye movements. The foster mother has learned to read her body movements to identify if something is bothering her. Jana responds to stimuli generated through loud voices. Due to her medical diagnoses, she needs constant supervision and guidance to fulfill all her daily routines. Jana´s gross and fine motor development is delayed. Her cognitive development is severely damaged due to her medical diagnoses. She wears diapers all day. Jana spends her days seated in her wheelchair or laying down in her bed when she sleeps. She receives therapy and medication through her gastrostomy.

According to the foster mother, Jana loves to receive massages. She likes when people speak to her in a soft voice. Jana enjoys going outside for short periods.

Nate

Boy, Age: 6

Country Code: LA-7

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Premature birth, Cerebral palsy

Listed: Sep 2024

25 for 2025, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Information in this report is from Summer 2024:

Nate was born prematurely at 27 weeks gestation and was hospitalized for two months. After living with his mother for two months, he came into protective care at 4 months old after his mother abandoned him in the care of a neighbor. Initially she visited him occasionally, but the last visit was in 2022. Nate lives with a foster family.

Nate has unidentified cerebral palsy, but it doesn’t hold him down! While at 8- months-old he showed significant delays in neuro-psychomotor development, today he has shown significant development. He is being monitored a team of specialists including a neuro-pediatrician, orthopedist, physiotherapist, psychologist, speech therapist and nutritionist, in addition to receiving specialized educational care. Nate can now move around with some independence and is in the process of adapting to the use of an orthotic equipment, which may help his locomotion. According to the physiotherapist’s report, Natey crawls, sits in a W position with balance, stands with support and walks sideways. He has the potential to use a walker for home distances and a wheelchair for community distances.

Socially, Nate is an extroverted child who loves to participate in activities and communicate. He can focus on activities. He understands what is asked of him and responds coherently within his ability. He demonstrates caring and affection with other children and adults. He is observant to what is going on around him. Nate lives in a house where there are children younger than him and this fact limits his social interactions, which has significantly compromised his progress.

It is believed that Nate has great potential for development, as long as there is proper stimulation. The possibility of starting family life through adoption at this time is considered extremely important for the progress of the child’s physical, social and cognitive development.

Bowie #

Boy, Age: 8

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Vision issues, cerebral palsy, seizures

Listed: Sep 2024

25 for 2025, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Please meet this cute boy named Bowie. He was diagnosed with congenital cataracts in both eyes. However he underwent surgical treatment with implantation of intraocular lenses. There is suspected Glaucoma. He is also diagnosed with Children’s cerebral palsy – Quadri pyramidal syndrome. Grand mal seizures with or without petit mal seizures.

Bowie can sit up independently from a lying position. He can stand up by holding on to various objects. He walks independently but it is uncoordinated. The child lags in neuropsychological development. He accepts bodily closeness with pleasure. It is pleasant for him to be held by an adult. The presence of children in his immediate space does not bother him, but he does not show interest in them and does not initiate interaction. He is soothed by riding in a pram or listening to favorite children’s songs. He prefers the environment to be quiet. He becomes nervous and anxious around loud noise. He is entirely dependent on the care of an adult.

Bella #

Girl, Age: 10

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Her multiple special needs include Cerebral Palsy and severe quadriparesis. She is also severely delayed mentally.

Listed: Sep 2024

2025 MACC, 25 for 2025, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Mothers

Look at the sweet smile on Bella! Bella spends the majority of the time in her bed or in the special stroller that she can be pushed in. She is often fed in the stroller as well. She is fed with a bottle.

Agency staff member said the following: Given the fact that only a rehabilitator is currently working with the child and the staff at the Home only have time to cover her basic needs, it is definitely very difficult to say to what extent the little girl has developmental potential. In my opinion, Bella liked it when she received personal attention such as being spoken to gently, being teased by me or by my showing her different toys. She had been working on a smile during that time. Most of the time, both her arms and legs were in motion, and she even managed to roll over in bed. She needs a lot of love and attention and systematic and purposeful activities with specialists.

Liamo

Boy, Age: 4

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

spastic cerebral palsy, microcephaly, overall developmental delay, epilepsy, gastrostomy, and blindness.

Listed: Jul 2024

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Info is from January 2023; the agency can get updated information when there is a serious inquiry.

Liamo was placed into protective care upon discharge from the hospital when he was born. At the time of his birth, he suffered severe asphyxia. His mother’s pregnancy was unplanned and she had not received any prenatal care. His parents were unable to grasp his medical diagnosis and condition, they were not in the position to care for his medical needs. No one in the biological family was able to care for him either.

Liamo is a child who needs constant supervision. His oxygen levels needed to be always monitored; however, oxygen support has been removed and he seems to have a better mood. He has not had any seizures but does have some spasms during the day. He cannot stay in a seated position. Despite his diagnosis, Liamo loves to receive affection. He communicates through babbling and other sounds. He needs support to fulfill all daily activities. He wakes up very early in the morning and is still not able to sleep throughout the night. Liamo wears diapers all day.

Liamo can kick his legs and with the help of external support equipment he can stay in a seated position for a period of time. His neck control is getting better, as he now can hold his head up for 40 to 50 seconds. He can grab objects with his hands without applying pressure. Liamo goes to occupational, physical, and speech therapy. He gets easily uncomfortable when he needs to wear more clothes, he prefers to wear very light clothes. He turns his head when he hears a strong noise. He takes daily medication. Liamo likes to change positions constantly and likes to participate in activities where there are sounds involved.

Dawn and Donna #

Sibling Group

Ages: 6, 6

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays, Hydrocephalus

Listed: Jul 2024

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Mothers

Dawn & Donna are twin girls who were born in Ukraine at 29 weeks gestation. They lived in an orphanage in Ukraine until they were 1.5 years old, at which time they were moved to an orphanage in Bulgaria. They were then moved to a different placement in Bulgaria at age 3, where they still reside.

Donna’s medical diagnosis includes: Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) stage 5, post vitrectomy condition bilaterally; secondary glaucoma. Left eye ROP stage4 Nystagmus. Delayed neuro-psychic development. Condition after low birth weight. Self-aggression. Spastic quadriparesis. Iron deficiency anaemia

Dawn was born first. Her medical diagnosis includes: cerebral palsy – spastic quadriparesis. Spastic quadriparesis. Suspected hydrocephalus with normal pressure and hypoplasia of corpus callosum. Grade 1 hypotrophy. Convergent strabismus; hypermetropia. Condition following very low birth weight.

Update July 2024: After their placement into the foster home on May 14, 2024, the girls have adjusted well and made noticeable developmental progress. They show an attachment to the foster mom and follow her instructions. One of the girls can now walk independently and is well oriented in the foster home. The other girl sits with little support. The girls now eat mashed food from a fork or spoon and chew well. They have learned to speak their first meaningful words and are also observed to repeat syllables. While there’s some jealousy between the sisters when it comes to receiving attention, they are emotionally close and hug/hold hands. Videos from July 2024 show one girl as tenacious in exploring her environment and the other as joyful when playing on the floor. The girls attend therapy twice a week and their foster mom is proactive in seeking additional services for them. They like music and singing and enjoy massage from the foster mom. They are thrilled to be playing in the inflatable pool in the backyard. Their foster mom describes them as positive children who will continue to make progress with the right interventions and lots of love.

From a family who met them in 2023

I met these twins when I visited my daughter for trip one in 10/2023. One twin was active and was able to stand holding on and cruise around her crib. She was able to climb right out of her floor crib and back in herself. It was an activity for her and she did it with great ease. She wasn’t trying to escape at any point and would just flip In and out over and over again. She seemed like what you would expect for a toddler. She stopped what she was doing when someone called her name and turned in the direction of their voice. The other sweet twin was always laying down when I saw her. Sometimes in a crib, sometimes in a seat. My daughter asked for “baby” all the time and they would put this twin in her crib with her to lay together. They said she was more “severe”. She definitely seemed more infantile. They were in a really great place where they got plenty of food and were carried around a lot by the staff there. There were 8 kids on that floor in four rooms. The twins shared a room. I believe they are now in a foster situation. They def were pretty easygoing. They had a lot of musical toys which they seemed to like. The active twin kept herself busy a lot but the quiet twin seemed to love cuddling and other kids being around her. I think some of the delays they have may be related to vision impairments. I would imagine they would do well with siblings.

Alice #

Girl, Age: 15

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Listed: May 2024

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Mothers

She resides with a foster family. She has ataxic cerebral palsy. She walks with slight unsteadiness. She attends a regular school with special education support services. She needs monitoring by a child neurologist and psychiatrist, motor rehabilitation, sessions with a psychologist and speech therapist, as well as special care and supervision by an adult in all social situations. She is friendly and initiates communication and contact with peers and adults, but often misunderstands intent or meaning and takes offense. She can easily be distracted, becoming fixated on an idea or object. Her emotional and social immaturity can put her at risk in social settings. She needs a predictable, safe and secure environment.

Nany #

Girl, Age: 4

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy

Nany has retinopathy of her left eye, cerebral leukomalacia with manifestation of spastic quadriparesis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia and asthma.

Listed: Apr 2024

2025 MACC, 25 for 2025, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Mothers

Nany was born with an extremely low weight and a complicated neonatal period. She has retinopathy of her left eye, cerebral leukomalacia with manifestation of spastic quadriparesis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia and asthma. This sweetie needs a very special family.

The agency staff member who met her during March of 2024, says the following: Nany likes music, and it seems to settle her down. She also likes being in the swing. At times she turned to various sounds. She can lift her head slightly while lying on her stomach. Nany is an extremely fragile, sweet and lovable little girl who needs lots of love, attention, understanding, support and lots of cuddles. Given the serious diagnoses, working with additional specialists definitely would ease and help the child’s condition. Nany is in need of a very prepared and supportive family.

Nany’s current adoption agency has grant funding is available for qualifying families.

Vance #

Boy, Age: 5

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder, Global developmental delays, Hydrocephalus

Communicating internal hydrocephalus, implantation of ventriculoperitoneal shunt. Spastic cerebral palsy. Localized epilepsy. Atrophy of the optic nerve. Plagiocephaly. Delayed neuropsychological development.

Listed: Feb 2024

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Meet Vance! This three-year-old boy needs a family who has easy access to the many specialists he will need to thrive, as, in addition to regular medical assessments, he will benefit from ongoing physical and occupational therapies. Vance is able to roll from back to front. He reacts to sounds, and is able to be calmed by familiar adults when he is upset. He can be coaxed to give a smile, and while he does not purposefully play with toys, he does have a favorite teddy bear. He is able to eat from a spoon, though this picky eater cannot feed himself.

Vance was also previously listed as Vinnie.

Stefi #

Boy, Age: 11

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Spastic cerebral palsy; moderate mental delays; Congenital deformities of the foot.

Listed: Feb 2024

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Stefi uses a wheelchair for mobility. He can propel the wheelchair by himself. He tries to talk by making vocalizations to approximate words. He responds positively to attention and seeks out interactions with staff and the other children in his home. He enjoys playing with stuffed animals. He will push other children if they are playing with a toy he wants. He is completely dependent on an adult for all care tasks (feeding, toileting, dressing, etc).

Bowen #

Boy, Age: 7

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Congenital CMV infection. Central coordination disorder

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Bowens’s muscles are very tight. When placed in a sitting position, he can sit “rigid”, with his legs outstretched in front of him. When he moves, he can not control his body (bend at the waist, catch himself, etc) and falls over. His movements are uncontrolled. The amount of vision he has is unknown. He does not follow light with his eyes.
Bowen lags behind in all aspects of his development. He makes sounds, but does not have any functional communication. He does not appear to understand what is said to him. He does respond positively to touch at times. His report indicates that he has difficulty accepting any type of change in his environment.

Natasha

Girl, Age: 7

Country Code: LA-4: Due to the in-country crisis, government offices and courts that process adoptions may be closed or delayed.

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy

Listed: Jan 2024

24 for 2024, Available to Single Mothers

Sizable Grants $2,500+

Natasha is a pretty little girl, with very calm with big eyes and beautiful white teeth. She is very special. She doesn’t smile at everyone. She must first know you, and trust you, but her smile is fascinating. She loves to drink juice and she likes to eat sweets. She really likes music. She likes to be pampered by her foster family and only cries if she needs a little attention.

In therapy, she works on ways to improve her functional mobility, and increase the functional use of her arms. At school, she does a lot of sensory activities to work on ways to respond and communicate better and fixate her eyes on objects to learn.

Serene

Girl, Age: 12

Country Code: SE.Asia.Pac

Region: Asia

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Cerebral Palsy (spastic quadriplegic type) with scoliosis, wasting, and profound Intellectual Disorder.

She has regular evaluation with a developmental pediatrician and regular check-ups with pediatric neurologist, ped gastro enterologist and nutrition specialist. She regularly attends physical and occupational therapy once a week and homebased therapy is continuously being provided by the houseparent as per instruction from the therapist.

Listed: Jan 2024

Available to Single Mothers

Serene is a beautiful girl with a contagious smile, born in June of 2014 with cerebral palsy (spastic quadriplegic) and scoliosis. She is listed as having cognitive delays as well. Serene has regular evaluations with a developmental pediatrician and regular check-ups with her pediatric neurologist, gastro enterologist, and nutrition specialist. She regularly attends physical and occupational therapy once a week and receives continuous home-based therapy by her houseparent, as per instruction from the therapist. Serene smiles when somebody plays or talks with her. She laughs while watching other children play. She cries when wet, in an uncomfortable position, and when she hears thunder. Serene enjoys watching cartoon shows and listening to nursery rhymes. Serene is fully dependent on the care of her houseparent since her development is limited. She can put her head up, but she is unable to sustain it for longer period of time. She can sit up straight but tends to tilt forward. Serene cannot pull herself to sitting. She reaches her hand out to get the block or object, but she might swipe the block off the table. She can hold objects or blocks using her right hand. Serene can open her hands, but her left wrist is flexed. She can raise both hands slowly. She can hold biscuits and slowly puts it in her mouth. Serene can place both feet on the floor and make steps while the houseparent or therapist holds her body, though her legs are crossed. Serene’s care center hopes for her to be placed in a family who will unconditionally love her, despite of her health condition, and one who has enough resources to sustain her therapy and medical needs.

There is a $500 agency fee reduction for Serene’s adoption with the listing adoption agency. Additional agency fees may be available with that agency, based on the adoptive family’s circumstances.

Serene needs a family with an approved home study to be able to adopt her.

Goliath

Boy, Age: 7

Country Code: LA-4: Due to the in-country crisis, government offices and courts that process adoptions may be closed or delayed.

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Microcephaly, CP, epilepsy, blind

Listed: Dec 2023

2025 MACC, Available to Single Mothers

Sizable Grants $5,000+

Goliath is the cutest, most chill baby ever! He loves cuddles, being bounced on the trampoline, swimming, going for bike rides, being held, and chocolate. He would do great either in a big family with lots of siblings or being the only one to soak up all the attention!

He is a great eater with either blended or soft foods, but not great at drinking liquids. He has a lot of small seizures throughout the day, but is on the max amount of seizure medication that can be found consistently in his country.

In school and therapy he does a lot of sensory activities and is working on using his arms for purposeful movement. He has a stander that he likes to use while playing his toy piano. He doesn’t have an advanced way to communicate yet as he is blind and doesn’t have much purposeful movement but he does let us know when he is happy, mad, or would like something. He mostly only gets fussy sometimes at night time when he wants to be rocked to sleep, when he has to take baths, or when he thinks his food is too spicy.

Marco

Boy, Age: 13

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Cerebral Palsy

Listed: Dec 2023

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Marco has a beautiful smile that lights up his face. Marco was born with cerebral palsy. He is trying so hard to walk. Be sure to watch his videos to see him moving. Marco loves to look at books. The listing agency has more information about Marco and his special needs!

VIDEOS:
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-marco1
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-marco2
Password: Adoptmaa

There is a $500 agency fee reduction for Marco’s adoption via the listing agency. Additional agency fee reductions may be available based on the adoptive family’s circumstances.

Mae

Girl, Age: 4

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Cerebral Palsy; Significant neurodevelopmental delay, but showing significant progress; Recurrent broncho-obstructive symptoms; Fed by gastrostomy; Receiving comprehensive therapies

Listed: Dec 2023

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Mothers

Mae is a precious little girl, born in September of 2021. Agency staff met Mae in August of 2023. She is an adorable little girl! We’ve been told she is doing well in her current care center since our staff visited her. Mae is described as a sweet, affectionate, and cheerful young girl. She is always smiling! Mae has managed to adapt to the routines around her required special care. She has made great progress since entering her care center, and she learns quickly through repetition She is a girl who likes to move forward and shows interest in learning new things. It is evident that she manages to bond with her caregivers. Contact us to learn more about Mae and her listed medical needs from her placing agency!

NEW VIDEO:

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae20

Update: 10/24

Mae is a precious little girl, born in September of 2021. Our staff met Mae in August of 2023 and again in October of 2024. She is an adorable little girl! We’ve been told she is doing well in her current care center since our staff visited her. Mae is described as a sweet, affectionate, and cheerful young girl. She is always smiling! Mae has managed to adapt to the routines around her required special care. She has made great progress since entering her care center, and she learns quickly through repetition She is a girl who likes to move forward and shows interest in learning new things. It is evident that she manages to bond with her caregivers. Contact us to learn more about Mae and her listed medical needs!

NEW VIDEOS:

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae21

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae22

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae23

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae24

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae25

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-mae026

Password: Adoptmaa

Rosita

Girl, Age: 8

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Deaf / HoH, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy-delayed motor skills; Cognitive delay; Language delay; Psychomotor delays; Neurodevelopmental disorder; Hearing loss on the right side; Umbilical hernia; Urinary incontinence

Listed: Oct 2023

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Rosita is a sweet young girl waiting for a family of her own. We hope Rosita’s forever family sees her while she’s still so young! Contact the agency to learn more about Rosita and her listed medical needs!

VIDEOS:

https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-rosita
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-rosita1
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-rosita02
Password: Adoptmaa

Agency fee reductions may be available based on the adoptive family’s circumstances.

Josie

Girl, Age: 10

Country Code: Asia.2

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Listed: Jun 2023

Josie’s foster mother says she is smart and a quick learner. Josie is usually cheerful and active, however she can be shy and more observant when strangers are around. She has a steady routine throughout each day and sleeps well at night. Josie is not a picky eater and has a good appetite. We hear that she tends to like soup and side dishes the most, but occasionally needs to be reminded of the warm temperatures. Josie particularly likes the outdoors, and always enjoys the slides at the park jungle gym. From the information and stories that we have from Josie’s foster mother, we can tell that Josie is a determined little girl. Josie has been diagnosed with mild CP and developmental delays. After she was placed with her foster family in early 2018, she received 7 early intervention sessions a week (PT, OT, ST) and attended preschool since June 2018 for environmental stimulation. Josie has continued to make progress developmentally. At present, she receives 3 early intervention session a week (PT, OT, ST) at her teacher’s suggestion. She also wears corrective shoes outdoors. Could you be the right family to support Josie as she reaches developmental milestones?

Melanie

Girl, Age: 11

Country Code: Africa-1

Region: Africa

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

Listed: May 2023

Available to Single Mothers

Melanie is a delightful little girl with a laugh that will brighten any room. She loves to be picked up and spun around, danced with, or held upside down. She enjoys being tickled or playing hide and seek with scarves or blankets. She is extremely bright and could use sufficient speech therapy. She is great at letting you know when something is wrong by calling out or crying. She is working hard to use her hands, as well as her head and mouth to manipulate toys and objects.

Melanie has demonstrated clear attachment to her favorite caretakers. It’s very obvious that a consistent family would help her to thrive most. She recognizes people and is even able to say some names. She gets very excited when people come and very sad when they go. She would bring unending joy to any family!

Jordan

Boy, Age: 7

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Deaf / HoH

Cerebral palsy; developmental delays; malnutrition; bone growth disorder; hearing loss

Listed: Jan 2023

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Jordan is an affectionate little guy with a beautiful smile and bright eyes. He loves attention. Jordan also likes to spend time in his walker and being massaged.

Contact the adoption agency to learn more about Jordan and his special needs! We sure hope someone brings this cutie pie home while he’s still so little!

NEWER VIDEO:
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-jordanupdate
Password: Adoptmaa

June

Girl, Age: 6

Country Code: Africa-1

Region: Africa

Primary Diagnosis: Blind / VI, Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Cerebral Palsy, Visual Impairment, Epilepsy

Listed: Jan 2023

Available to Single Mothers

June is a little girl, but she can make a lot of noise! You can often hear her in every room of the children’s home. Just when you start reading a story or giving directions June will start up, blowing raspberries or just experimenting with how high she can yell. When she’s feeling less feisty June loves to cuddle. She enjoys spending time in someone’s arms or a carrier, and will often fall asleep there. June cannot see well so she prefers toys that make lots of noise- she’s especially good at using her legs to kick the piano mat or crinkle wrapping paper. She also enjoys being tickled or gently bounced on a lap. June is working very hard at sitting up on her own- she has fantastic head control, can flip herself onto her stomach, and is also improving at grasping toys independently. June would benefit from good medical care to better control her epilepsy. She will bring lots of noise and fun, as well as an abundance of love to any family that chooses to bring her home.

Thomas #

Boy, Age: 13

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Congenital Heart Defect

Infantile Cerebral Palsy; Functional heart murmur; Hemangioma on the right chest ; cognitive delays

Listed: Nov 2017

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Thomas lived in an orphanage for the first 4 years of his life. He was then moved to a group home with 10 other children with disabilities, where he lived for another 4 years. He made developmental progress while in the group home, but was still not receiving the 1:1 care and attention that he needed. He was moved into foster care at age 8 and has made significant gains in all aspects of his development since then.

Thomas can communicate verbally with words and short phrases. He also uses gestures and pointing to objects, in order to communicate his wants and needs to his foster family.
He is a sociable child who enjoys the company of other children, particularly his friends with whom he loves to play. He is so full of energy, enjoying running, climbing, and riding his bike (which is fitted with stabilizers). He particularly likes to kick a ball around in the garden with his friend and play with balloons. On outings to the park and the zoo, he takes great interest in everything he sees but loves most of all anything with wheels.

His motor skills have improved recently and he is able to do more complex activities without being told how. For example, when his jacket sleeves are inside out he turns them the right way round before dressing himself. He takes great interest in many different kinds of toys. He loves the rides in the school bus every day. He is in a small class group. He is independent with self-help skills such as dressing, undressing, toileting, eating and drinking.

Jack

Boy, Age: 14

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Deaf / HoH

Cerebral palsy; Hearing impairment; Developmental delays

Listed: Dec 2022

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Jack is a smiley boy who enjoys hot cocoa. Agency staff met sweet Jack in October of 2022. Contact the agency to learn more about Jack and his listed medical needs!

There is a $500 agency fee reduction for Jack’s adoption with a specific adoption agency; additional agency fee reductions may be available based on the adoptive family’s circumstances.

Bailey

Girl, Age: 12

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder, Global developmental delays

spastic quadriplegia; generalized hyperreflexia; epilepsy; global developmental delays

Listed: Oct 2022

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Single Mothers

Bailey accepts physical and verbal contact from others. Bailey likes toys that make noise, and she sometimes smiles at the stimulation of an adult. Bailey will need a family who is able to care for her special needs and provide for her daily care. Agency staff met Bailey in July of 2022. We hope her family sees her soon! Contact the agency to learn more about Bailey and her listed medical needs.

VIDEOS:
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-bailey001
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-bailey002
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-bailey003
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-bailey004
Password: Adoptmaa

Finn

Boy, Age: 10

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy

cognitive delays, cerebral palsy

Listed: Oct 2022

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Finn is a beautiful boy who will need a special family to care for his medical needs. Agency staff met Finn in July of 2022; they can provide more info on Finn and his medical needs!

VIDEO:
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-finn1
Password: Adoptmaa

Now that Finn is 8, he has a $500 agency fee reduction for his adoption; Additional agency fee reductions may be available based on the adoptive family’s circumstances!

Brock

Boy, Age: 11

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder, Hydrocephalus

Listed: Oct 2022

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Brock is a very social boy, who likes to kick a ball. Brock has continued to develop and grow. Agency staff met Brock in July of 2022! We hope his forever family will see him soon! The agency has additional information available for inquiring families.

VIDEO:
https://vimeo.com/maaspecialkids/maa-brock
Password: Adoptmaa

Jeremy

Boy, Age: 6

Country Code: LA-2

Region: Latin America

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Congenital Heart Defect, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Development delay, Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Microcephaly, & gastrostomy

Listed: Oct 2022

Available to Large Families, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Jeremy was met by agency staff in July of 2022. He has a beautiful smile that lights up the room. Jeremy is affectionate with his foster mother and loves to listen to her sing. He really enjoys music! Jeremy will need a family who can provide dedicated care and one who can continue to help him develop and grow. We can’t wait to see who his family will be.

The agency has additional medical information and videos available.

Janice

Girl, Age: 8

Country Code: Asia.2

Region: Asia

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays

Moderate Cognitive and Motor Delays

Listed: Aug 2022

24 for 2024

Sizable Grants $2,500+

Janice enjoys outdoor activities, especially riding her tricycle, sliding down the slide in the neighborhood park and bouncing around a basketball. When she isn’t participating in a physical activity, Janice likes reading books and singing nursery rhymes with “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” and “The Butterflies are so Beautiful” being her favorites!

Janice is shy around strangers, but interacts with them once she becomes familiar. Janice acts affectionately towards people she is familiar with and asks for cuddles. Janice has a close bond with her foster family and likes to seek their affection.

Janice has a Cerebral Palsy diagnosis with moderate cognitive and motor skills delays. She currently attends physical, occupational and speech therapies. Janice has made good progress, and she is now able to climb stairs, jump on the ground 10 times in a row, and complete a 4 piece puzzle! At home, Janice will imitate her foster mother’s speech and ask questions.

Could you imagine pushing Janice on the swings at your neighborhood park or teaching her how to ride a bicycle? If you think you could be the right family for her, don’t hesitate to reach out

Augustus #

Boy, Age: 7

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Hydrocephalus

Internal hydrocephalus: state after implantation of a VP-shunt; epilepsy; spastic quadriparesis; cortical blindness; delay in the neuro-psychic development

Listed: May 2022

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Sizable Grants $2,500+

Augustus was born full term, and was found that he has internal hydrocephalus; at the age of 4 months a liquid drainage valve system was implanted. The child lies in bed; he has spasticity in his limbs and his active and passive movements are limited. He depends completely on the care provided by adults. He receives kinesiotherapy. The child is subject to observation by a neurologist and by a neuro-surgeon.

The child’s lower and upper limbs are highly spastic and are with diffuse muscle hypotonia. His fine motor skills are not developed. He does not grasp a toy given to him. Atanas holds his hands bent in fists. He is seriously delayed in his psychomotor development. The boy reacts to tactile stimulation by adults. When teased, he does not smile. He is unable to interact with the other children. Atanas depends completely on the care provided by adults. He is fed by a bottle. From time to time he cries when given a shower. He sleeps well.

Jolie

Girl, Age: 8

Country Code: Asia.2

Region: Asia

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/ seizure disorder

Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Hearing loss, low vision, Global Delays

Listed: Apr 2022

Meet Jolie! Jolie enjoys walks with her caregiver. Her favorite part of their walk is when her caregiver speeds up pushing her stroller, and Jolie giggles with joy! Jolie loves being embraced by her caregivers and communicates with them through giggles and cooing.

Jolie has a diagnosis of epilepsy, cerebral palsy, hearing loss, low vision, and overall global delays. Jolie continues to make progress in physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy, which she attends once a week. Jolie recently accomplished being able to turn her body over from her back to her side!

Jolie needs a loving, patient, and caring family who will be able to provide lifelong care and help her develop to her full potential.

Ethan Adrian #

Boy, Age: 11

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Deaf / HoH, Hydrocephalus

Bilateral neuro-sensory hearing loss; hydrocephalus (controlled without a shunt); developmental delays; reflux; premature; Cerebral palsy, spastic form – moderate degree. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia /BPD/. Delayed physical and psychomotor development.

Listed: Mar 2022

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Ethan is well developed for his age. He is a warm and curious little boy. His best toy is a ball. He laughs and shouts every time he got his ball. Ethan is a cheerful and peaceful child. He likes the other children. Observes and manipulates with toys. He knows how to charm his caregivers and receives lots of attention.

With a familiar adult, Ethan has a good emotional tone – he enjoys a hide and seek game and sometimes gives his hand for “hello”.

He cannot walk yet, but he sits, crawls and staying straight caught for fixed support, showing progress in his motor skill development. The child has flat feet with valgus deviation of both feet – it was recommended to wear orthopedic shoes. Ethan stands up on his own until he is caught on a fixed support, stands on tiptoe, does not step aside, placed in a walker, moves short distances; pronounces long sound combinations.

A family met Ethan in late 2024 & would be willing to share their experiences with another inquiring family.

Myles

Boy, Age: 9

Country Code: Asia.2

Region: Asia

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Global developmental delays, Hydrocephalus

premature (27 wks) – multiple medical complications, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, retinopathy (vision impairment), CP, hearing impairment, global developmental delays; birth mother smoked cigarettes & drank alcohol during pregnancy.

Listed: Sep 2021

Myles was just starting to wake up at the beginning of our Zoom call and as his caregivers slowly nudged and tickled him, he showed us the biggest smile and sweetest little giggle. Four-year-old Myles is not speaking, but we learned from his caregivers that he is a quite boy who prefers not to be disturbed. His favorite toy is his teether, he likes being tickled, and dislikes being moved around.

Myles diet consists of mashed foods, his favorite being fruits. Myles spends most of his time in his bed or in a support chair. Because he is only allotted one therapeutic device per year, he doesn’t currently have a child walker. With more opportunities to put weight on his legs, he may possibly have the potential for assisted walking in the future.

Myles was born prematurely and has been diagnosed with global developmental delays, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, hydrocephalus and hearing impairment. Myles resides in a nursing home and receives 30 minutes of occupational and physical therapy at a local hospital each week. The agency has much more information on Myles! Could your family be the one he needs?

Tyson #

Boy, Age: 8

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Deaf / HoH, Hydrocephalus

Listed: Apr 2021

2025 MACC, Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Sizable Grants $2,500+

Bilateral sensorineural hearing loss (with hearing aid); shunt due to internal hydrocephalus; spastic cerebral palsy

Tyson was born premature and had several complications after birth. He can sit on his own with good balanced reactions. He crawls following the correct motor model. He stands up and walks sideways vertically. He can walk when one of his hands is held and has more control when it’s his right hand being held. He can stand up straight without falling for 2-3 seconds. When walking with a walker, he begins to bend his knees. He purposefully grabs a toy that is handed to him and can switch it from hand to hand. He shows an interest in musical toys and enjoys them. He has started making sounds and simply syllables such as “ma-ma”. He enjoys having someone sing to him and likes to receive hugs. He eats from a spoon. His overall development is delayed.

Photos and videos from August 2020 are available through the agency.

Jesse #

Boy, Age: 13

Region: Eastern Europe

Primary Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, Hydrocephalus

Jesse has Moderate external hydrocephalus; Arachnoid cyst – cortical atrophy; Infantile cerebral palsy – spastic quadric paresis; Hypotrophy; Delays in the neuro-psychological development; Severe mental delay.

Listed: Jun 2015

**** I am eligible for a $5000 Older Child Grant ****
Grant funds depend on available funding; the link above, shows the current available amount!
To inquire about this child, email childinquiry@reecesrainbow.org ***

Available to Large Families, Available to Older Parents, Available to Single Fathers, Available to Single Mothers

Sizable Grants $2,500+

Update November 2015: He demonstrates interest in musical and mechanical toys. He will play for a short time – studies a toy, puts it in the mouth, transfers it from one hand to the other. He likes activities involving music. He recognizes familiar areas of the orphanage and understands his daily routine related to familiar tasks such as eating. He is very happy when interacting with familiar adults.

Update 2018: Jesse attention span is short-lived and unstable in relation to objects and people. There is some sharing with a close adult. Jesse responds when called by name. His memory and speech are poorly developed. When happy, he laughs loud and when anxious, he cries. Sometimes he pronounces unspecified sounds and separate syllables. He is sensitive and emotional and tends to be nervous around strangers. When given a toy he reaches out and takes it. He is working on the pinch grip. He hasn’t mastered fully the ability to move a toy from one hand to the other. Jesse is fed with a spoon and sleeps calmly through the night. He cannot control his physiological needs. Jesse is entirely cared for by the team in his orphanage.

(Jesse was also previously listed as Andy)

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