Adoption

Adoptable Children

• Gage is an exceptional teenager who has many talents and skills. He takes pleasure in playing the piano, guitar and drums as well as writing his own music. Gage has been described as polite and respectful and is more reserved in his demeanor; he strives to be more self-reliant. He also enjoys cooking, weightlifting, and playing football and basketball. He is motivated to do well, and this shows through not only his academics but also his dedication to maintaining a job and helping others. Gage plans to attend college and earn a bachelor’s degree in music. Gage has a large support system and many of these people are family members. It’s important to Gage that he continues to maintain contact with these people while being with a family that also wants what’s in his best interest. When discussing family type with Gage, he mentioned a few things that would make him feel comfortable in the home which is, a family that isn’t extremely strict but understands the need for rules and boundaries, and an older child in the home or no other children, someone that plays a musical instrument; if not then a family that will allow him to enjoy his music hobby and hope they also enjoy it. Gage also likes to cook! He would be a huge help in the kitchen when preparing daily meals or meals for the holidays. If you’re interested in learning more about Gage and providing him with a permanent home through adoption, please provide either your approved Level II Licensing Home Study or Adoption Home study.
• Grace is a happy, smart, extroverted young lady. In the past, she attended traditional brick and mortar school and was awarded for her hard work by being on the A/B Honor Roll. She is currently in school on an online platform by her choice and is enjoying it. She continues to receive good grades and thrived academically. Grace is very self-motivated and in touch with her feelings and emotions. She has open communication with peers and adults and will voice any issues or concerns. When she was of the age, she was motivated to get a job. She is employed; enjoys the independence it provides her as well as the ability to earn her own money. If you’re interested in learning more about Grace and providing her with a permanent home through adoption, please provide either your approved Level II Licensing Home Study or Adoption Home study.
• John is a handsome blue eyed young man. He enjoys playing video games on any gaming system but also likes to spend time outside riding his bike, playing football or basketball, swimming, and fishing. He does well in school when he is motivated to do so, and his grades reflect it when he puts forth the effort. He has begun to participate in a school club and enjoys spending time with other students with similar interests. John would benefit from a two-parent household with either no children or older teen/adult children. When meeting John for the first time, he can come across shy and quiet but when getting to know him, he comes out of his shell and can be talkative on many subjects. If you’re interested in learning more about John and providing him with a permanent home through adoption, please provide either your approved Level II Licensing Home Study or Adoption Home study.
• Lucas can be described as smart, helpful, and willing to learn new things. He often presents as shy and can be more reserved and can take some time to warm-up to new people. He enjoys playing video games, working with his hands, and running. He is interested in participating in track and field and joining a dungeons and dragons club. He’s also interested in computer software coding and hopes to go to college for computer science and/or engineering. Lucas has experienced a significant amount of trauma in his life and continues to take it day by day with positivity and the love and support of others. He has been enrolled in virtual school since 2020 and is nervous, excited to attend high school in person this upcoming school year. A family that would be interested in providing long term care for Lucas would need to ensure current services remain in place for him to continue to work through his past trauma and be able to move forward in life without guilt and self-doubt.