These updates bring you the most current and up-to-date information from our program coordinators. One way of keeping you informed of what is going on in the program.
January 2012
Will I have a family this year? As we begin this New Year, this is what several children are asking. They wait in orphanages in Eastern Europe and other countries wondering if this might just be the year when they are placed with a family.
Won’t you consider one of the waiting children from Eastern Europe that we have available on our waiting child list? Families need to have an approved home study to be matched with a waiting child and this is the perfect time to begin working on getting your approval to be an adoptive parent.
To access initial information on waiting children you need to complete the Waiting Child information Request form and return to Angela Jackson, Waiting Children Program Coordinator. She will then send a secure link to view initial information on the children waiting on their families and is glad to answer any questions you may have about adopting a waiting child.
Special Focus Waiting Children: Sister Act
“Elena,” 8, and her older sister “Esther,” 9, are hoping this New Year will bring them a family. Elena has finished first grade and is described as a nice, sensitive child. Her attention to tasks needs improvement but she works hard to succeed. Her older sister Esther has finished the third grade and loves to sing in choir and read/write poetry. Both sisters are reported to be healthy but need the structure and love that a family will provide. Reference number EE-Y2.
December 2011
Most of us remember the song “All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth”. The thought of a young child asking for nothing else during the holidays, but their two front teeth is a far cry from what many children are asking for this year. With all the commercialism and advertising of the latest electronic gadget or toy, the rush of trying to get the perfect present for the children in your life is difficult.
However, there are many children this holiday season whose request is much more sobering. All they want for Christmas is a family. They are growing up without the warmth, love, security, and support of a family who loves them. Some struggle to understand why younger children in the orphanage get placed with families while they are considered “too old” for a family. Is any child too old for a family?
Other children struggle with some type of medical issue or physical/mental challenge but still dream of having a family who will accept them for who they are and love them.
This holiday, won’t you consider one of the children waiting for their forever family? Your family may just be the one to make the child’s holiday wishes come true!
Contact Angela Jackson for information on the children that are currently waiting on their families.
September 2011
Adopting a waiting child might seem worrisome, but it does not have to be. Adopting a waiting child is a unique opportunity for you to bring a child into your hearts and home who will add endless cause for celebration in your life. Waiting children might have special needs, but you have the ability to parent them with all the support and guidance available to you. You may choose which needs would fit your family best and which you feel you would successfully parent. With an open heart and mind anything is possible and your child might be waiting. Families who have adopted waiting children are an excellent resource to ease your mind. Click here to see a few excellent videos of families talking about waiting children and special need adoption.
Waiting children often have reduced fees for the families adopting them. There are also scholarships and other financial support available to you. Your adoption is also usually quicker than a traditional adoption. All of the wait to be matched with your child is eliminated.
September’s Waiting Children: Yulia & Tessa
Two sisters are waiting for their forever family! The oldest is 13 years old and her sister is 12 years old. They share a very close relationship. They are both considered to be healthy by the orphanage staff. The older girl is described as self-confident, social, friendly, responsible, and works hard on her school work. Her younger sister is described as energetic, likes fashion and she works diligently in school. Additional information and photos will be available to interested families.
Region: Eastern Europe
Gender: Girls
Date of Birth: March 04, 1998; April 05, 1999
Requirements for Adopting Families:
Parental age: 25-55 years
Single Parent Eligible: Yes, Female
Children in the Home: No restriction
Click here if you are interested in learning more about “Yulia & Tessa.”
Please visit the CAS Waiting Children page to see all the children waiting to celebrate life with you. If you have questions about this program, please contact Angela Jackson, waiting child coordinator.
August 2011
Eastern Europe Special Focus Children for August
We have several waiting children looking for forever families but want to focus on two special young boys who are hoping for just the right family to love and care for them. Photos and medicals are available to qualified families. Please contact Angela Jackson if you are interested in receiving further information.
Jim is a tenacious 7 year old little boy and he quickly learned to walk with his new prostheses! He is very talkative, has many friends and enjoys swimming, playing with the other children, singing and drawing. Jim gets along well with both children and adults, he is an excellent sharer. He loves animals, especially dogs! He has a wonderful self-esteem, likes to help others and is not easily provoked. Jim is eager to go to school as he enjoys learning. To inquire further please contact Angela Jackson with the reference code for Jim of EE3RH.
A sweet 4 year old boy in Eastern Europe (code EE40A) is waiting for his forever family. He was born prematurely and is experiencing developmental delays. He also has severe hearing loss in both ears but with use of a hearing device he is able to hear. He needs the love and attention that only a forever family can provide.
We invite families who are interested in adopting a waiting child to contact Angela to be the first to know about available children.
July 2011
We have children from Eastern Europe waiting for their forever families. Have you thought about adopting a waiting child and wondered if you could do it? We have families who can be a resource for you as well as years of experience to help prepare you for this extra special journey. Waiting children might have special needs but they also have a wealth of talent, personality, and love that will add so much to your life and family.
There are a few other benefits to adopting a waiting child. First, your adoption journey is usually shorter, especially if you are very motivated to bring your child home. Second, for some of these children, the international fee has been reduced to assist you in bringing your child home.
Here are just some of the most recent additions to our Waiting Children page. To receive more information, you may contact Angela Jackson. We ask that all families complete a Waiting Child Information Request form to help us find that perfect child for you. We recommend that families have a completed home study or are motivated to complete their paperwork quickly.
EE2DA: A set of twins (M and F) who have some moderate developmental delays and potential FAS.
EE10KZ: A one year old little boy described by his caregivers as a quiet child who in spite of some significant developmental delays and small size is looking for his forever family who will guide his development.
EE43V: A four year old girl was born with a congenital heart defect, but has had surgery to repair the defect. She has some mild developmental delays but is ready to love.
EE114-YT: This sibling group of two sisters ages 12 and 13 share a very close relationship. They are both considered healthy by orphanage staff.
June 2011
We have children waiting in Asian and Eastern Europe for their forever families!
“Sean” has deformities in both hands and elbows. He is living with a foster family where he is described as very outgoing. He loves the outdoors and his favorite toy is a cell phone. “Sean” is 3 years of age and Asian. Nothing could stop him with parents like you!
EE43-V is a 4 year old little girl. She was born with a congenital heart defect, but has had a surgery to repair the defect. She has some mild developmental delays but is ready to love and succeed in a forever family. Medical information and a picture are available if you are interested in her.
These two children are just a sample of the children available to you if you choose to adopt a waiting child. Opening your heart and home to a waiting child has endless rewards. Contact Angela Jackson today to find out more about the children.
April 2011
Is adopting a waiting child for you? Are you open to a child with minor to non-correctable special needs? Would a child age 3 years or older fit right in to your family? Are you ready to move quickly through your adoption avoiding the usual long wait for referral? Lastly, a reduction in some fees is possible for some children. Most families say yes to these simple questions, so let’s get you started with your adoption!
We have recently added an older sibling group of three, a boy age 13, and a 12 year old girl to our Waiting Children listing. To see information on these children and our other waiting children please visit our waiting children page. CAS tries to protect the children (and families who will adopt these children) by not posting too much information in a public forum. It is so easy to request information on children with whom you are interested. Just fill out the waiting child info request form, and return it to Angela. It is most important that we have confirmation that you will not share the child’s personal information or picture, which is why we request you complete the form. Once we have this information you may receive details and pictures on any of our waiting children now or in the future.
Families may receive initial information on any waiting child, but cannot be officially matched/referred a waiting child until they have a current approved home study. We are here to help you get started with your adoption today!
March 2011
What are Special Needs Children?
Often the waiting children listed by agencies are listed as special needs children. What is meant by the term special needs?
Special needs are commonly defined by what a child can’t do — by milestones unmet, foods banned, activities avoided, experiences denied. These minuses hit families hard, and may make “special needs” seem like a tragic designation. Some parents will always mourn their child’s lost potential, and many conditions become more troubling with time. Other families may find that their child’s challenges make triumphs sweeter, and that weaknesses are often accompanied by amazing strengths.
Often a foreign country will define a special needs/waiting child much differently than Americans would. Often a special need waiting child is listed just because they are older or may have a condition that is easily corrected here in the US with treatment or surgery.
A child listed as a waiting child/special needs child however has the same dreams and aspirations as any other child; to be loved, to be part of a family and to be shown that in spite of perceived weaknesses by adults that they can thrive and succeed if just given a chance.
Perhaps your family is just the family that one of these children needs to not only survive but thrive and teach us all that sometimes the greatest strengths and successes come from overcoming the odds!
Featured Waiting Children:
EE5-DI
This adorable five year old boy has Down syndrome. He is able to stand and walk with assistance. He is happy to share a smile when anyone speaks to him, though he prefers to interact with adults. He is described as being emotionally stable.
EE13-MA
This happy and health 13 year old girl is just waiting to be placed with a family. She is currently in 6th grade and enjoys puzzles, games, and arts and crafts. She is described as self-confident, independent, and she enjoys being in group settings.
If you are interested in discussing any of our waiting children, please contact Angela Jackson.
February 2011
What is a waiting child? A waiting child is a child who needs a special family to provide for their special needs. The children are referred to us by our country representatives in hopes that we can quickly find that special loving family to open their hearts and homes to a child who might not otherwise find a home. Families desiring to adopt a waiting child must have an approved home study and preferably immigration approval to be matched with a child.
As we get ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day with expressions of love, what better way to express unconditional love than to open your heart and home to one of these special little boys:
EE40A: Hi, I am a little three year old boy and even though I was born prematurely and have hearing loss, I am able to hear with a hearing device. I need a family that will help me to continue to develop and thrive in your loving home.
EE26A: Hi, I am a 2 year old boy and enjoy playing with other children and building towers. I have a genetic skin disorder noticed by extremely dry and peeling skin. I need a family that will show me that love is more than skin deep.
If you have an approved home study and are interested in learning more about adopting these boys or any of our other waiting children, please contact Angela Jackson.