Derek is described as active; he enjoys outdoor activities especially going out to eat at a restaurant. Derek is a leader and can be helpful when given small tasks to complete. Animals can be therapeutic to Derek they are his safe place; he is known to be gentle with animals and take good care of them. Derek would benefit from an environment with structure, activities, and routines, as well as male figure that can be a role model to him. Derek has experienced a lot of loss and continues to adjust to the trauma he has endured and challenges he has experienced throughout his life. Derek has a desire to be adopted by a family that can provide him with stability, patience, and unconditional love. A family interested in Derek will need to recognize his specific needs while cultivating an environment where he meets his full potential.

Liam is a resilient and inquisitive child. Liam has experienced challenges in his young life. Liam enjoys simple pleasures such as walking around and feeling textures with his hands. Liam loves to explore and find ways to enjoy the world around him. Liam would benefit from residing in a home that already has rules and structure. Liam is in search of a family that is willing to provide him with unconditional love, consistency, patience, and support. Liam requires experienced caregivers who can provide an environment for him and his younger sibling to grow and be supported on their journey. Liam and Kaspen desire to be placed with a family that recognize their specific needs while encouraging them to thrive and meet their full potential.

Nathan is a loving high functioning independent child. He also enjoys adventures and spending time with his younger brother. Jaden and Nathan would thrive in a family with consistent routines and schedules. They require an experienced caregiver who can provide an environment for him and his younger brother to grow and be supportive throughout their journey. They both have a desire to be placed with a family that recognizes their specific needs while encouraging them to meet their full potential.

Jaden is a loving and happy child. Jaden is described as a joy to be around. He enjoys adventures with his big brother. He likes to go camping, swimming, and to the park. At times Jaden leans on his big brother to help him with certain task. Jaden would thrive in a family with consistent routines and schedules. Jaden require an experienced caregiver who can provide an environment for him and his younger brother to grow and be supportive throughout their journey. They both have a desire to be placed with a family that recognizes their specific needs while encouraging them to meet their full potential.

Reggieion is described as a very self-aware and well-rounded individual. He enjoys being active on the cheerleading team and enjoys making connections with new friends. Reggieion continues to work though his behaviors and trauma within a therapeutic setting. As a caregiver, it would be very important to understand how his upbringing and traumatic experiences impact his behaviors. As Reggieion continues to grow and develop his own ideas/personality, it would be very beneficial for the child to be welcomed into a family that can provide unconditional love, support, patience and acceptance of the young man that he has grown to be. Reggieion would do great with a family that also have other children within the home, as he enjoys the idea of having a healthy relationship with siblings.

Keyon’dre is an intelligent and bright youth. He has optimistic plans for his future, he has been known to hide his emotions. He has great manners and is helpful around the house. He is an artistic youth. He enjoys dancing, gymnastics and other creative arts. He also likes to draw and take photos.

Dinero is very active young boy. Dinero enjoys playing with blocks and Legos. He enjoys being creative and has grown to enjoy building houses and other objects with Legos. Dinero is still very young and would do well in a well structured family setting that will allow him to create significant bonds.

Paul is a loving child. He likes to give hugs and is working on appropriate physical boundaries. Paul enjoys playing with different toys and will frequently make up scenarios as he is playing. He likes to use his imagination and initiates play with others. Paul does best in structured settings. He would do well with a family who is able to participate in a slow transition.

Keyontea is a lovable child who desires to be accepted by others. Keyontea wishes to be adopted into a family who is willing to accept him and love him. He would like to be in a two parent home. Keyontea’s favorite food is hamburgers and french fries. Keyontea also enjoys football and video games.

Nathan is a very energetic, fun, loving kid. Nathan and his older sibling have a very close bond, and they both appear to be very attached to each other. Nathan enjoys watching television, playing Minecraft video games, and swimming. Nathan and his older sibling both love playing instruments. Nathan plays the guitar, and his older sibling plays the drums and piano; they both are practicing becoming better at playing. Nathan does not go to church with his family, but he does believe in God.Nathan wishes is to be adopted into a loving environment, with a loving family who will be willing to adopt him and his older sibling together and give them their forever home.

Devon enjoys watching movies and playing video games. He can be a quiet at times and prefers to keep to himself. He can be social once he becomes familiar with a person. He is interested securing his future and being successful.

Elijah is an African American male child. He has black hair and brown eyes. He is of an average height and weight for a child his age. Elijah enjoys playing outside, swimming, and drawing. He has been described as curious and energetic. He would benefit from an experienced and patient family that could maintain his family connections.

Michael enjoys listening to music and interacting with friends on social media. He is independent and is interested in working and making his own money.

Nicholas is a very charismatic and flamboyant individual. He can be a sweetheart but yet is also very impressionable. Nicholas has been through a lot of trauma and seeks acceptance and love. He desires a father figure or a family unit. He loves building things and is very creative with his hands. He also loves using electronics and playing video games.

Dominik is a handsome and vibrant young man. He can be very respectful and mature. He is someone who does not like small talk. He prefers transparency and honesty from those he interacts with. Keeping your word or promises is something he values. He has no preference in gender, race or sexuality regarding adoption. He desires someone that has a country background as he loves to ride four wheelers, ATVs and fishing

Damion is described to be shy, quiet, and somewhat withdrawn at times until he becomes comfortable and warms up to new people. He is overcoming his fears of the dark and thunderstorms on rainy days. Damion is interested in playing football and other sports. He looks forward to living with a family that he feels a part of as he truly desires to be adopted by a family who will value him, be supportive of his needs, and love him unconditionally.

Craig is an active teenage boy who enjoys helping others and making people laugh. He is funny, likes to have fun and tell jokes. Craig enjoys playing video games and watching movies. He has a very close bond with his younger sister, and he feels the need to protect and watch over her. Craig desires to always maintain his sibling bond with his sister. Craig has experienced disappointment and trauma in his young life and continues to process his experiences in therapy. He would thrive best with a family who will value him, be supportive of his needs, and love him unconditionally.

Kaeden is a teenage boy transitioning into adulthood. He thrives best when he feels valued and supported by his peers and mentors. Kaeden is described as being polite, mannerly, and funny. He knows a lot about cars and loves putting things together and car mechanics. Kaeden is also interested in lawn maintenance and fishing. In his free time he likes gaming, mini golf, swimming, and sports. Kaeden would benefit from being in a structured environment with patient, supportive and trauma informed caregivers.

Charles is a non-verbal pre-teen male. He loves to learn, read, and watch TV. Charles like toys that makes noise and light up. His favorite letter is Q and he enjoys writing letters and his name. Charles is a happy and fun kid to be around. He would benefit from a family who will be patient with him and willing to meet his wellbeing needs.

Jeremiah is a teenage boy is who is trying to figure out his future goals. He enjoys listening to music, playing sports, hanging out with his friends, and being a kid. He sometimes struggles with his feelings and emotions. Jeremiah desires to be adopted by a family who will understand and support his needs. He also wishes to be adopted with his younger brother and maintain their close sibling bond.

Jayden is a happy and positive teenage boy. He is focused on his future goals and not his past. In his spare time Jayden loves to rap and sing. Rapping, singing, and writing is how he expresses himself. Jayden enjoys spending time with his siblings and wishes to be adopted with his older brother or maintain his sibling’s connection.

Jose is a teen who enjoys playing basketball with his friends and video games. He struggles with his emotions and processing unresolved issues related to his past trauma. Jose would benefit from being adopted into a home that will provide him with unconditional love, support, and guidance. Jose is very close to his siblings and would prefer to be adopted together, if possible.

Dustin is described as a funny and respectful teenager. He has a great sense of humor and uses it to connect with those people he cares about. Dustin enjoys playing basketball, coloring, and watching funny videos. He also likes completing puzzles in his free time. Dustin thrives best when he feels valued by his peers and supportive adults. Dustin has experienced a lot of loss, disappointment, and trauma in his young life and continues to process his experiences in therapy. Dustin desires to be adopted by a family who will value him, be supportive of his needs, and love him unconditionally.

Elijah is a happy, inquisitive, and active child. Elijah takes a unique interest in understanding the world around him. He is described as “adventurous” and loves to climb and jump around. He loves cars, trucks, and things that he can take apart and put back together, even if it is a challenge. Elijah would thrive best in an environment with routines where he can receive individualized care and attention. Elijah would benefit from being with experienced caregivers that can provide patience, stability, support, and unconditional love. An interested family will need to recognize his specific needs while also ensuring that he resides in a nurturing environment where he is celebrated and supported.

Gino has several talents and is described as well-rounded child. Gino enjoys playing baseball, karate, and playing different games. Gino is very creative and has begun exploring different hobbies, such as crocheting and enjoys making stuffed animals. Gino continues to address his behaviors and trauma experiences in therapy. Gino’s caregivers will need to have the ability to understand how his upbringing and traumatic experiences impact his behaviors.  He would benefit from being placed with an experienced family that can provide unconditional support, love, and structure. He would thrive in a home where is the youngest or only child. Upon being matched, a family should prepare for a slow transition. An interested family will need to be willing to allow Gino the opportunity to maintain relationships that are important to him, including the relationship with his older sister, Charae.

Adrian is reserved and quiet to unfamiliar faces. However, once he is given the opportunity to get to know you, Adrian is a joy to have around. Adrian has experienced a lot in his life and continues to process his grief, loss, and traumatic experiences. He is hopeful about his future. He would benefit from being in a family that is trauma informed, patient, supportive, and able to provide the unconditional love he deserves.  Adrian has a huge heart and enjoy watching movies and spending time with his siblings. An interested family will need to be prepared for a slow transition and open to Adrian’s relationship with his siblings.

Ayven is described as a sweet and loving child. He is often referred to as an “onion” due to his many layers. Ayven enjoys playing Beyblades, collecting Pokémon cards, and being outdoors. Ayven is described as adventurous. He enjoys participating in recreational activities with his peers. Ayven has experienced a lot at his young age and continues to learn ways to cope with his trauma and experiences. Ayven would benefit from being placed with a family that is trauma informed and who are willing to provide him with unconditional love, support, and stability. Ayven enjoys spending time with his older siblings and has a close relationship with them.

Charles is described as reserved and easy going. He has a unique interest in collecting Pokemon cards and enjoys magic. He also enjoys football. Charles continues to adjust to the challenges that he has experienced throughout his life. Charles’ caregivers will need to have the ability to recognize his specific needs and the ability to understand how his upbringing and traumatic experiences impact his behaviors. Charles continues to address his behaviors and trauma in therapy. He would benefit from being placed with an experienced family that can provide unconditional support, love, structure, and consistency. He would thrive in a home where there is a strong male influence, and he is the only child. Upon being matched, a family should prepare for a slow transition.

Ritchie is a fun and energic boy who is described as outgoing. Ritchie enjoys playing outside, playing video games, and traveling. He really loves having fun and interacting with his peers and seems to get along well with other children. Ritchie desires to be adopted into a family that will love him as their own and provide him patience, unconditional love, and consistency. Ritchie would do well in a home with children his age or older.

Bradley is a joy to be around. He is very active and playful. He tends to get bored and would benefit from being in environment with activities, structure, and routines. He loves music and looking at pictures to learn the world around him. Bradley desires to be with a family that can provide him stability, consistency, patience and unconditional love. A family interested in Bradley will need to recognize his specific needs while also cultivating an environment where he meets his full potential and thrives.

Michael is described as a bright and charismatic child. He enjoys gaming, sports, and outdoor playing with his peers. Michael also enjoys basketball, boxing, and is interested in martial arts. He has a connection with his siblings and would like to maintain that connection. Michael has experienced a lot of loss and continues to adjust to the trauma he has endured and challenges he has experienced throughout his life. Michael would benefit from being in a structured environment with patient, supportive and trauma informed caregivers.

Christian is described as a “gentle giant”. He is very independent and a leader. He enjoys playing video games, watching and playing sports preferably basketball, and he likes to try new foods. Christian is not very talkative at first but once you get to know him you will see he has a playful personality. He would thrive in a two-parent household with a male influence/ mentor where he is the only child. Christian would benefit from a family that is trauma informed, supportive, and patient. Christian’s caregivers will need to have the ability to understand his past traumas and behaviors that he continues to address in therapy.

Jayden is described as friendly and outgoing. Jayden enjoys watching movies, going to the mall, spa days, and eating at different restaurants. Jayden has experienced a lot in his life and is described as typically being reserved in sharing his true feelings. Jayden would thrive in an environment with caregivers who are open minded, trauma informed, and accepting. Jayden desires to be placed with a family that enjoys doing activities and are patient, open, and willing to give him unconditional love and support.

Justen is a playful, adorable, and energetic non-verbal child. He enjoys baking treats, arts & crafts, board games, and riding his tricycle. He is very affectionate and enjoys quick naps. Justen would thrive best in an environment with routines where he can receive individualized care and attention. Justen would benefit from being in a family that can provide stability, patience, and unconditional love. Justen desires to be placed with a family that recognizes his specific needs while also encouraging him to meet his full potential.

Corey is very well mannered and respectful child. He enjoys playing football, video games and is currently interested in joining the Track team. According to Corey he really enjoys when he is playing outside and enjoys playing games. Corey is a little shy at first and will eventually warm up to you once he gets to know you. Corey continues to process unresolved issues related to his upbringing and abandonment. Corey is looking to be adopted into a home that will provide him with unconditional love, support, and guidance. He would benefit from residing with patient caregivers who encourage him to reach his full potential where expectations are clear.

Jordan is described as a reserved and mellow child. He loves playing video games and interacting with friends online. He also has interest in fishing. Jordan is not a “social butterfly”. However, when he is comfortable with others, he opens up more. Jordan will thrive with a family who has experience in providing trauma informed care as he continues to heal and grow from his experiences. Jordan has experienced several placement disruptions and continues to process unresolved issues relating to his upbringing and abandonment. He would benefit being in a home where rules and expectations are clear and he is encouraged to reach his full potential.

Isaac is a very energetic and curious child. He enjoys video games, interacting and being with friends, and having fun. He loves singing and fishing. Isaac is very expressive and wants to be loved. He desires a family and prefers to be adopted with his older brother, Jordan. However, Isaac is also open to being adopted on his own. Isaac is in search of a family that is open to loving and accepting him. Isaac has experienced several placement disruptions and continues to process unresolved issues relating to his upbringing and abandonment. He would benefit being in a home where rules and expectations are clear and he is encouraged to reach his full potential.

Isaac and his sibling, Jordan, are in search of a family that can provide love, support, patience, and consistency.

Austin is an intelligent child. He enjoys gaming and wants to work in the gaming industry one day. He prefers to spend his time playing video games and Xbox is his favorite gaming system. Austin has experienced a lot of loss and disappointment. Austin would benefit from being in a structured environment with patient, supportive, and trauma informed caregivers. Austin would do best in a home where he is the only child or the youngest child.

Liam is an intelligent, inquisitive and determined child. He takes pride in learning and enjoys school. His favorite subject is math. Liam enjoys a multitude of activities from “shooting hoops” and playing in the pool to going to the beach and grocery shopping. Liam enjoys discussing topics that interest him and is described as not being “much of a small talker”. He takes pride in his appearance and is considered very stylish. He enjoys doing things by himself and being independent. Liam can present as guarded at times and takes a while to warm up to others due to the changes and trauma he has experienced in his young life. Liam has learned how to advocate for himself and his needs. Liam will thrive in an environment with a family who has experience in providing trauma informed care as he continues to grow and develop trusting relationships with adults. Liam would also benefit from being in an environment with nurturing and patient caregivers who recognize and support his need for independence, self-advocacy and routines. Liam would do best in a family where he is the youngest or only child. Upon being matched, a family should be prepared to participate in a slow transition.

Aussom is smart and very outgoing. He enjoys meeting new people and making friends. He is funny, very inquisitive, and curious about his future. He desires to have a family who will be active with him as he is interested in playing different sports. Aussom loves playing basketball. Aussom will thrive with a family who has experience in providing trauma informed care as he continues to heal and grow from his experiences. Aussom would benefit from being in a nurturing and structured environment. Aussom is in search of a family that can provide love, support, patience, and consistency. Aussom has experienced several placement disruptions and continues to process his grief, loss, and unresolved issues relating to abandonment and disappointment in therapy. He would thrive best in an environment where his individuality and experiences are acknowledged and understood.

Travis likes to build with Legos and building sets. He also enjoys making crafts and paper airplanes. He is good at imaginative play. He likes Star Wars and Minecraft.

Travis is working on coping skills and learning about appropriate boundaries with children and adults. Travis needs a patient and dedication family who is able to manage his medical needs.

He would love to have a “nice mom and lots of toys.” He would do best in a home where he is the only child and there are no pets.