Kids Archive - Have a Heart Washoe County (2024)

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Meet Akira, Tre'Mill, and Rahquain

Meet Akira, Tre’Mill and Rahquain; three siblings who need a loving home where they can flourish and grow. These siblings love each other very much, though like many other siblings, they display some sibling rivalry and can trigger one another.

Akira is a happy and kind young lady, who is somewhat of an introvert. She is strong willed, enjoys her privacy and spending time in her room but enjoys receiving 1:1 attention. Akira is the eldest sibling and has been in the role of caregiver most of her life and for the first time, is now having the opportunity to just be a kid. Akira is artistic, loves Anime, Cosplay, Furry’s and can sometimes live in a fantasy land. She loves pizza and hamburgers but has an allergy to kiwis.

Tre’Mill is a polite, fun, and outgoing child, who gets along well with adults and kiddos alike in his current home. He warms up to people quickly, is thoughtful and is supportive of his peers. Tre’Mill enjoys receiving 1:1 attention and helping others, but is not afraid to speak up if he disagrees with something. He enjoys reading and best expresses his thoughts and feelings through art. Tre’Mill loves pepperoni pizza, corn dogs, playing games on the computer (i.e., Roblox, Minecraft), LEGO’s and playing and collecting Beyblades. Outdoor activities are something that he also enjoys, like jumping on the trampoline and playing basketball. He is very competitive and does not like to lose. Tre’Mill wants to travel to Disneyland one day and be a police officer when he grows up.

Rahquain is a smart, sweet, kind, and affectionate little guy, who gives affection to everyone he meets. He is your typical 5-year-old boy, who enjoys being active, whether it is playing outside, playing ball, swinging, or running around. Amongst his other interests, are electronics, toy cars, superheroes and Roblox. Rahquain loves animals, school, learning, and is a great friend. His favorite foods are spaghetti and fruit snacks, but he will try new foods, always keeping an open mind.

Akira, Tre’Mill and Rahquain are sweet children, who have love to share and whose unique qualities make them who they are. These three siblings have experienced significant trauma and need a family who is patient, loving and supportive. They will need a structured home with a family that understands trauma, will earn their trust, and can make them feel safe. Their family will need to be open minded, consistent and offer them unconditional support, guidance, supervision, and a willingness to assist in their emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

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Availability: Legal Risk

Age: 13, 12, 6

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Meet Alex

Alex is a self-described “clean freak”. He would also fall under the artsy category if you asked him. He loves to sing and write poetry and is currently teaching himself to play guitar. Alex finds joy in swimming and building things such as bicycles. He is taking a cooking class in school right now and is starting to show a real knack for it. His love for food varies between uber healthy to fried chicken. One thing is for sure, you will not likely find him cutting into a juicy steak or chomping down on a messy burger. Alex likes dogs and enjoys all genres of positive, “motivational” music. He is an excellent advocate for himself. So much so that he recently asked for a tutor or some other kind of positive support to help ensure his academic success. Alex is looking for a flexible foster family with a mom and a dad who won’t be afraid to hold him accountable. He would love to be an only child but is open to becoming a big brother.

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Gender: Boy

Availability: 100% Available

Flags: Flexible Family

Age: 17

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Meet Amani, and Tre’Shaila

Double the smiles and double the fun! Meet Amani and Tre’Shaila, twins that although very similar, each have their own personality and spark.

Amani is active, loves going to the park, sports and riding her bike with her twin sister Tre’Shaila. She is outspoken, protective of her sister and artistic; you will often find her drawing. Amani is kind and enjoys helping those around her and helping around the house, especially with making breakfast.

Tre’Shaila is all around girly girl, who loves shopping. She is reserved and enjoys spending time indoors and being on her tablet. Tre’Shaila is artistic and loves anything pink. She enjoys riding her bike with her sister and roller skating. Like her sister ,Tre’Shaila’s favorite foods are pizza and burgers.

Amani and Tre’Shaila share a strong bond and sense of humor. They have amazing personalities and are each other’s support system.

These girls have experienced significant trauma in their lives and will need a family who is patient, loving and supportive. They need a structured home with a family that understands trauma, will earn their trust and can make them feel safe.

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Availability: Legal Risk

Age: 13, 13

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Meet Andre

Andre is a sweet, well-spoken youth with a great sense of humor. She can be shy when she’s first getting to know you, but it doesn’t take her long to warm up and show her true “chatty”, outgoing self. Andre likes poetry, art and listen to records, or as she likes to call them, “vinyl's”. She is smart and school is important to her. She is currently participating in choir and hopes to get involved in other school activities/clubs such as ROTC.

Overall, Andre’ is a typical teen who wants to be able to hang out with her friends and live a typical teen life. Still, she longs for the permanency of a family and is looking for one with pets. Does this sound like you?

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Gender: Girl

Age: 16

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Meet Asher, and Kinzly

Meet Asher an outgoing and independent young man who exudes confidence. Asher is very likeable and enjoys being active, whether it is playing flag football or soccer he is all for it. Amongst his other favorite past times are playing video games and electronics. Asher is described as guarded, easygoing, and sweet.

Meet Kinzly is a social little girl who makes friends and plays well with everyone she meets. She is described as a sassy and spicy girly girl, who loves her cowgirl boots. Kinzly loves animals and being active, she is especially fond of playing outside and being in the pool. In addition, she loves playing with her dolls, watching Strawberry Shortcake cartoons and is very artistic.

Asher and Kinzly need a loving family, with whom they can feel safe, know the routine and expectations, and grow up together. The ideal family will provide them the love and support they need to grow and succeed.

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Gender: Siblings

Flags: Legal Risk

Age: 9, 5

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Meet Cealy

Cealy is a daring boy with an infectious smile. He needs a family that can provide him love, acceptance and one on one attention. Cealy is sweet, funny, and soft spoken. He is shy at first upon first meeting someone new, but once he gets to know someone, he opens up. He loves receiving individual attention from his caregivers and loves feeling accepted and a part of the family. Cealy would do best in a family where there are other children in the home, as he loves playing and bonding with his foster siblings.

Cealy loves watching Spidey Cartoons, kicking a soccer ball, riding his bike, and playing on his tablet. Cealy takes pride in looking nice and enjoys dressing up in his tie and bowties. He has an adventurous palette, as he will try new foods at least once. Amongst his favorite foods are pizza, fast food, pork belly bites, fruits, and veggies. Cealy loves going on family outings, participating in birthday celebrations, and having fun with family. He is very fond of little kids and dogs.

Cealy will need a family that can provide him structure, consistency and provide him with a sense of security. The ideal family will be patient, committed and loving.

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Gender: Boy

Flags: Legal Risk

Age: 9

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Meet Da’Michael, and Michae'la

These fun, silly, close-knit siblings are looking for an equally fun and active family to call their own.

Da'Michael can be a little shy at first but don’t let that fool you! He is playful and full of energy. He is also a loving, protective big brother and is eager to please. Da’Michael loves basketball and being outside. He enjoys learning, going to school, using his creativity in his play and is a master builder who is always looking for a challenging Lego set. Da’Michael’s favorite superhero is the Black Panther, and his favorite food is tacos.

Michae'la is a very active, bright and sharp-witted little girl with a smile that will light up a room. Just try not to giggle right along with her as she cracks herself up. She is a happy child who enjoys making people laugh and engaging others in play. Michae’la likes gymnastics, dancing/performing and in general being the center of attention. She thrives with positive feedback. Michae’la enjoys school and her favorite part of the day is recess. Her favorite foods are tacos and ice cream.

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Age: 10, 9

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Meet David

David is longing for a forever family. This genuinely thoughtful boy is wise beyond his years and full of personality.

David’s favorite super-heroes are Batman and Black Panther. His favorite food is sushi and his favorite dessert is ice cream. Foods he simply will not eat are tomatoes, sweet peppers, zucchini and mushrooms. Although David admits if mushrooms are on his pizza, he won’t pick them off. David says he is a dog person but will tolerate cats if they’re loving and cuddly. David loves building Legos and will talk for hours about the ones he’s already built as well as those he’d like to. David likes to play video games and dreams of one day having his own Xbox Series X and or a PS5.

David is hoping for a two-parent household where he is the only child. His forever family will love him unconditionally, while providing a safe, structured environment where he can grow, thrive and heal.

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Age: 13

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Meet DeMarco

Are you an active family who loves exploring and learning new things? Then do we have the kid for you! This sweet, adorable little boy with the cheesy, infectious grin is a people pleaser for sure! DeMarco loves to share and help others. He thrives from one on one attention, enjoys conversing and generally relishes connecting with others.

Now that DeMarco has the opportunity, he is exploring every sport and outdoor activity he can try. He loves his bike, his scooter, hiking, soccer and football. If that’s not enough, he also loves swimming. Well, really anything to do with water play. DeMarco is looking for an active family who will keep up with all his newly found interests while allowing him the opportunity to continue discovering. Oh, and do not forget about Mine Craft. If you can check off all those boxes, you might just win DeMarco’s heart.

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Gender: Boy

Age: 11

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Meet Jacob

Do you like to laugh? I mean really laugh. Meet Jacob! He is ready to be adopted and is looking for a compassionate, devoted family who will commit to him unconditionally. Side note, this will include listening to and laughing at all his silly jokes. It would be a bonus if you have a dog. In addition to being a self-proclaimed jokester, Jacob will tell you he’s talented. He starts out shy, but once you get to know him and he starts to trust you, you’ll understand what the rest of us already know!

Jacob’s foster parents describe him as a leader who is sensitive, cooperative and polite to others. He enjoys cooking with is foster dad and helping around the house. He also enjoys, going on walks, hiking, music, dancing and attending community events. His favorite foods include sushi, beef jerky, fruits and vegetables. He is an active young man who loves playing flag football, basketball and soccer and he recently began playing tackle football.

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Gender: Boy

Availability: 100% Available

Age: 14

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Meet Jaiden, Lilly, and Temperance

Meet this charming crew, who are ready to find their forever family with whom the three of them can flourish and grow. This sibling group will be a great addition to a loving, patient, and caring forever family.

Jaiden, Lilly and Temperance have individual interests, yet they interact well with one another, and enjoy spending time together. The three siblings are good eaters and are not picky at all. They are described as very well-mannered and polite.

Jaiden is the eldest and is described as a bright young man, who is likeable, charming, and outgoing. He enjoys watching football and hopes to play professionally someday. Jaiden is an avid reader, who also enjoys playing with his toys and Legos, watching cartoons (Sponge Bob), riding his bike, and playing video games. He is a young man with big emotions. A talker yet guarded; he must feel safe and trust his caregivers before he will open-up. Jaiden would love to have pets as part of his forever family, he loves cats and dogs, although, big dogs can be a bit intimidating for him. He will need a family that can provide him unconditional love and patience.

Lilly is a shy, sweet, and loving little girl, who brings much joy to those around her. She enjoys watching videos and dancing, playing with baby dolls, and spending time with her younger sister. Lilly loves to color, draw, and feel the fresh air in her hair as she swings. She is quite the helper, never frowning at any chore and always seeking ways to help around the home. Lilly is calm by nature and can be sensitive, but overall, she is a happy little girl that want to be loved, nurtured and a sense of safety.

Temperance is a little firecracker, who is outgoing and sassy. She is a very active girly girl, who loves to dance and sing, but also enjoys watching Disney movies and being read to. Temperance is happy and bounces back quickly from her emotions. Like her sister, she too enjoys doing chores and helping around the home. She is eager to start school and is a natural learner. Temperance needs a family that can provide her with structure and love.These siblings need a loving home, where they can feel safe, know their routine, and be accepted for who they are. They need guidance, support, patience, and love as they continue to grow. Their forever family will be trauma informed, structured, patient, kind, and of course be animal-lovers!

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Gender: Siblings

Flags: Legal Risk

Age: 11, 6, 5

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Meet James

Meet this little fighter, who has been fighting an uphill battle since birth. James is and adorable toddler with significant medical needs derived from his mother’s health and his very premature birth. James has resided in a hospital since birth but is presently making progress with the extensive services that he receives.

James fighting spirit continues to surprise his medical providers with his progress and will to achieve his developmental milestones. His charming smile and developing personality capture the heart of all those that meet him.

James needs a family that is willing to commit to providing him around the clock care in a loving and nurturing home, who is willing to provide him unconditional love and care to help him grow. Currently James’ prognosis is that he will require additional support into adulthood.

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Gender: Boy

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Age: 1

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Meet Jayden, Trey, and Milo

These closely bonded, high energy little boys will have you laughing all day long. They love to make people happy, are sweet, silly, affectionate and love cars and all things super-heroes.

Trey is a "pretty easy-going kid" with "an incredible imagination" who loves to make people happy. He is described as fearless, determined, adventuresome and not afraid to try new things. Although he is a pretty picky eater. Still, he loves pizza, burgers, pasta with red sauce and cereal and is working on expanding his pallet.

Jayden is very bright and articulate for his age. He is currently learning Spanish and his foster parents are impressed with the fact that he's doing so with no accent. He shows remarkable leadership skills and is very protective of his brothers. People will tell you that Jayden's smile lights up a room. He is a "big hugger", loves to be a helper and is a kind, loving, polite little boy with excellent manners and a little flirtation mixed in. Thanks to his foster parents Jayden has been exposed to a large variety of foods and loves to explore.

Milo is all boy and looks up to his older brothers. Like Jayden he is very bright and articulate for his age and is learning Spanish. However, unlike Jayden Milo is a very picky eater. He strives to be "a big boy" and loves to dress himself and be independent. Milo has an infectious laugh and his foster parent cautions that he uses his cuteness to his advantage and it's pretty easy to get sucked in.

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Gender: Siblings

Flags: Local Family Only

Age: 8, 10, 5

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Meet Jonas

Jonas is sweet, personable and easy going. He has a creative side, is a great student and loves reading. Jonas likes to keep active and enjoys snowboarding, skateboarding and riding bikes. Jonas likes making people happy, and longs for the love and feeling of belonging that comes with being part of a family.

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Gender: Boy

Age: 17

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Meet Jordan

Jordan is described as funny, helpful, motivated, attentive and respectful and loving. He enjoys skateboarding, riding his scooter, playing video games and hopes to play football in the future.Jordan likes Canes chicken and is expanding his diet to include some healthier foods. He gets along well with younger children and older children as well. He has a sister he would like to continue visiting, and would like an adoptive family to have other kids, and parents who listen and can joke with him also.Jordanneeds a loving home to advocate for him and understand his feelings of loss.

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Gender: Boy

Availability: 100% Available

Age: 16

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Meet Katie

Katie is a unique teenager who is looking for an adoptive home. Katie’s passion is Japanese Anime. She is a dedicated fan who loves learning about and sharing all things Naruto. When she is not enjoying Anime, she likes Adult Swim cartoons and Rick & Morty. Additionally, Katie is interested in fantasy books and pop music. Her favorites are Billie Eilish and Panic! at the Disco. Katie also likes the classics…Grease is her favorite musical. Katie is a Leader in Training with a local organization working with young adults. She would love the opportunity to be a Big Sister. Katie is a freshman in high school. Although school is not her favorite, she is interested in learning another language and looks forward to taking a theater class. Katie states she wishes meet a family who is understanding of LGBTQ+ youth. Katie aspires to visit Florida (Universal Studios) and Japan. Katie will benefit from a caregiver/s who are good listeners and are able to meet her where she is emotionally. Katie requires a family who understands trauma and is willing to roll with resistance when she is struggling. She will benefit from caregivers who are consistent, predictable and honest.

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Age: 17

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Meet Kyler

Kyler is described as a happy, articulate, active young man! He finds joy in drawing, playing football and going to church/youth groups. He also loves, singing, dancing and learning new instruments. He adores his younger siblings and is an excellent big brother. Kyler would love a forever family that is fun, caring and attentive.

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Age: 13

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Meet Leann

Leann is described as friendly and energetic. She smiles a lot.Leann loves animals and would like to have her own pet someday. Leann would like to find a family that is active, likes sports and likes to go out in the community.Leann wants a caring and loving family that canbe committed to be her forever family. She needs a consistent and stable home environment where she can feel secure and loved.

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Gender: Girl

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Age: 15

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Meet Macen, and Ricky

Macen and Ricky in general, are laid-back, uninhibited and caring siblings who are optimistic about finding a forever home. Macen has a sweet and independent demeanor, is super creative and likes to keep things tidy. Ricky has a strong interest in anything tech related and is a game enthusiast. They both are in need of a flexible family that is caring, loving and committed to being their permanent home.

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Gender: Siblings

Flags: Flexible Family

Age: 11, 13

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Meet Madison, MaKenna, and David

Meet this amazing sibling group who are looking for a flex placement!

Madison has a big heart and keeps an eye out for her younger siblings. She’s very independent, and often prefers to do things all by herself. Madison has many interests, including painting, drama, and Girl Scouts. She likes to help everyone and is a natural leader. Madison has even been recognized for her leadership skills in her after school program! She is bright and is doing well in school! Madison will benefit from a family who is patient, supportive, and will set boundaries that supports her developing independence.

MaKenna is creative and imaginative and believes in fairies! She likes to draw, color, and use story boards. She loves attention and is skilled at telling elaborate stories. MaKenna is also involved with Girl Scouts and loves soccer! She will benefit from a family who will encourage her in her daily routines, advocate for her educational needs, and support her strengths.

David has a very close relationship with his sister Makenna, and they tend to have their own style of communication with one another. He loves to play outside and wants to start playing football! David also loves playing with toy cars and can usually be found with one in his hand. He is very good at using technology, and he and his sisters love to play on their tablets. David makes friends easily at school and is involved with Boy Scouts. David will benefit from a family who will advocate for his educational needs and will provide loving and consistent boundaries. These three are slowly learning about different types of foods, and their favorite food is raviolis.

Due to some unforeseen circ*mstances, these three are looking for an immediate flex placement, who will support their visitation with their bio family and older sibling, who is not living with them.

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Gender: Siblings

Flags: Flexible Family

Age: 11, 8, 6

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Meet Matthew

Are you a sci-fi geek who loves to laugh? Meet Matthew! He has a great sense of humor, loves to make people laugh and is described as positive, upbeat, polite and respectful. He is a typical teenager who enjoys video games and reading sci-fi or fantasy books. Matthew also likes gardening and art, or as he calls it “doodling”.

Matthew does well in school and like many teens, reminded at times to stay focused and complete his work. Still, he is very smart, has a strong work ethic and remains determined, and resilient. Matthew dreams of being a video game tester and designer for characters. His favorite food is anything spicy, but he clarified he will not eat ghost peppers

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Age: 16

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Meet Micah

Meet this energetic young man, that is in search of his forever family. Micah enjoys listening to music (K-Love), likes dinosaurs, pirates, and has a great interest and knowledge of ships! He enjoys being active, swimming and jumping on the trampoline. Micah has a big imagination and is an elaborate storyteller.

Micah needs a forever family that will foster and support his relationship with his brother with whom he does not reside but is very important to him. The ideal family for Micah is one that provide him a sense of safety and love him unconditionally. Micah needs and does best in a structured environment where he can receive guidance and support and be given the love and nurturing that he deserves.

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Age: 10

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Meet Mya, and Michael

Meet this adorable duo, Mya and Michael who share an amazing bond.

Mya is described as a sweet, loving, and fun little girl. She is happy, polite, respectful, and loved by all those who meet her. This young lady makes friends everywhere she goes. Mya loves to play with her dolls, do her dolls hair, watch TV and be on her tablet. She loves family time at the lake roasting marshmallows and dreams of going to Disneyworld and sightseeing in Florida. Mya is a good eater, but vegetables and tortillas are not her favorite. Mya loves and excels in school; she hopes to become a professional one day supporting individuals with special needs. Mya is helpful and a caregiver at heart, she needs to be provided the opportunity to just be a kiddo. Mya loves receiving one on one attention and needs a family that can build her up and help her find her voice.

Michael is a happy and sassy young man with a funny bone to him. He loves hugs and cuddles and takes very well to adults. Michael is very fond of dogs and babies and anytime there is one around, Michael wants to be right there holding them. Michael enjoys riding his bike and scooter, playing with his toy cars, and most of all sneaking in the pantry to get to the snacks. Michael is continuously progressing but will likely require supports and care into adulthood.

Mya and Michael share a very strong bond and the ideal family for these siblings is one that can and will foster that bond.

Mya and Michael need a loving flexible family that is patient, committed and willing to put the time into helping these adorable siblings grow. The ideal family will have knowledge and or experience working with children with special needs and will be accepting of a child’s unique abilities.

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Gender: Siblings

Flags: Legal Risk

Age: 10, 8

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Meet Nathan

Meet Nathan, a fun and adventurous young boy, who is willing to give everything a try, at least once. Nathan is a huge sports fan, who loves football and basketball. When he is not playing sports, you will find him playing video games and listening to music. Nathan enjoys being out and about and his idea of a perfect outing, is going to the Go Carts and enjoying a dinner of fried chicken, which is his favorite food. But don’t be fooled, just as much as Nathan enjoys adventure, he also enjoys relaxing. Nathan enjoys and needs being a part of something and seeks to be accepted. Faith plays a very strong role in his life and he expresses wanting his forever family to be supportive of his faith. Nathan is reserved and shy and it takes him a bit to open up to people and trust them, which is understandable due to his past trauma. Nathan has a strong moral compass and values and he is at an age where he is trying to discover who he is. Nathan wants a cultural connection and will need a family who is supportive of this and will help him explore this.Nathan needs his forever home to be patient, loving and supportive. He needs structure, routine and clear expectations.

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Age: 13

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Meet Noah, and Gabriel

Noah and Gabriel are easy-going and well mannered young boys. Noah has a kind, caring, empathetic disposition, who is helpful and smart. He enjoys learning and is fond of anything associated with nature and being outside exploring. He is also very much into electronics and superheros.

Gabriel is courteous, friendly and funny. He has a great sense of humor and enjoys the humorous side of things. He's also into art and books, and loves playing outdoors. These kiddos are in need of a flexible foster family.

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Availability: Legal Risk

Flags: Flexible Family

Age: 11, 12

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Meet Radarie

Radarie is charming, generous and very helpful. He is supportive of others and eager to please. He is a major sports fanatic, enjoying basketball and football the most. During his free time, you can find Radarie outside, playing sports or doing what he loves best; making people happy. Radarie is very active and needs a family willing to involve him in engaging hobbies. He is in need of a supportive and consistent family willing to provide him with the permanency and stability that he deserves.

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Gender: Boy

Availability: Legal Risk

Age: 13

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Meet Randall

Randall is a guarded young man whose trust must be earned. He values loyalty and honesty and aspires to emulate these characteristics. After getting to know someone, Randall is outgoing and funny. His humor is wry and sophisticated beyond his chronological age. Randall states he gets along better with adults than with other young people. Randall’s favorite pastimes are playing basketball and videogames (COD and Fortnite). Randall would like to explore mixed martial arts (UFC). Music is also important to Randall. His favorite artists include Lil Wayne and Roddy Rich. Presently, Randal does not care for school. An ideal family will be willing to support and encourage Randall to increase his participation. Randall wants a prospective family to know he wishes to maintain relationships with his friends through any transition.

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Gender: Boy

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Age: 15

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Meet Rebecca

This mighty girl stays busy with her many interests! Rebecca loves singing, playing with her dolls and stuffed animals, and watching television. She enjoys food and likes eating out at restaurants. She stays active by dancing and jumping on the trampoline. Rebecca loves school, is a strong reader, and enjoys participating in class discussions. Rebecca desires attention, and can be quite talkative, lovable and sweet.

Rebecca came into foster care over five years ago. She has had quite the journey in her little life. There are specialized supports in place which are helping her developmental progress. The ideal family wishing to be considered, will have experience parenting children with significant behavioral needs. She does best in a home with firm but loving boundaries, and would benefit from a caregiver who does not work outside of the home to support her ongoing needs.

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Gender: Girl

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Age: 9

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Meet Salem

Meet Salem, or Sayla as she is affectionately called! This sweet toddler is sure to melt your heart with her happy and loving nature. Little Sayla loves to giggle as she pulls her bib off during mealtimes to make you laugh. Animals make her giggle as well, and she loves to pet dogs when they sit next to her. Sayla loves water and bath time, as she enjoys splashing and getting wet! She also loves books, music, and looking at herself in the mirror. She has special toys she enjoys playing with while sitting in her highchair, especially her driving wheel and piano. Sayla enjoys going for walks in her stroller and feeling the breeze on her face. While little miss Sayla loves being rocked, be sure to face her outward as she loves to see what’s going on all around her. She loves watching other children and animals play.

Sayla has medical and developmental needs which require additional supports and a higher level of care. The ideal family will have experience caring for children with higher needs or will have the ability to provide additional supports as she grows. She will benefit from a family that is able to take her to her medical appointments and will advocate for her service needs throughout her life.

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Age: 3

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Meet Tatianna

Tatianna is a goofy 6th grader who loves to be silly! She has a few nicknames, but she usually goes by “Tati”. Tati is creative, and loves to draw, color and paint! While she hasn’t been the biggest fan of physical activities, she does love swimming, and is looking into trying soccer this summer. Tati is learning to advocate for herself and her needs and thrives with encouragement! She has recently expressed an interest in getting hair extensions and having her ears pierce! She loves earning rewards, including fun Friday, and doing special activities at the adventure park, including go-karts and the arcade! Tati recently got a Nintendo Switch, and loves playing Minecraft! She likes watching cartoons, including Paw Patrols, and is a big fan of Harry Potter and Godzilla! This growing girl has a great appetite, and while she sure has a sweet tooth, she loves most foods. Comfort foods are her favorite including casseroles, spaghetti, and stew! She even loves brussels sprouts-just don’t give her mushrooms or onions; she can’t stand them! Tati is developing skills to express her thoughts and feelings and has been building a report with her teachers. She is opening-up to her peers and building stronger bonds with them as well. Tati gets along with most children, but tends to play best with much younger children, given her innocent and childlike demeanor. She will do well in a home as the oldest child, or with a family that will support her developmental needs, and social interactions. Tati benefits from structure and guidance in her daily routines, and will do best with an experienced parent, who will advocate for her needs.

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Age: 12

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Meet Taylor

Taylor is described as a sweet, loving, kind and active boy who likes to help out. His case worker will tell you “he has a big heart that radiates through his smile.” Taylor plays football and has the awards to prove it. He has also participated in Ju-Jitsu and is getting ready to try his hand at boxing. Taylor would love a family who enjoys road trips to places such as Six Flags or Disneyland. He also enjoys camping and riding dirt bikes. Taylor dreams of having his own bedroom with pets and a kind, patient family who will support ongoing contact with his adult siblings.

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Age: 14

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Meet Tristan

Do you like to laugh? Meet Tristan! He is all about fun and laughter and is looking for a 2-parent family who will share his sense of humor. Tristan describes himself as an active kid who likes to run and play dodge ball and four square. He loves Legos and considers himself a master builder. He dreams of being a video game designer or engineer. Tristan loves sushi, BBQ and Mexican food, but will not eat tomatoes or oysters. He would love a pet, and while he really likes Narwals he’d settle for something a little tamer, like a German Shepherd.

Tristan is a Christian who would like to be baptized one day. He would like his forever family to share in his Christian faith and dreams of attending church regularly with his adoptive family. Tristan is a good student who recognizes the importance of a quality education. He also recognizes he needs help staying focused and being held accountable. As such, he’s hoping for parents who are kind, but who will also be strict. Yes, those are his words.

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Gender: Siblings

Availability: Legal Risk

Flags: Flexible Family

Age: 14

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