Vanessa Chan

“Olive” [b. January 2009] is a bright, intelligent, artistic, likeable, and beautiful young lady. Olive (pronouns are she / her) also discovered fencing, not long ago -which she enjoys. Olive has a desire to learn and do well academically now that she is in high school. Olive gets along well with other peers. Olive likes to play video games as well, and can spend a couple of hours just doing so. Olive enjoys eating home cooked meals, but she won’t say no to doing take-out once in a while.
Olive wishes to improve academically and the school is helping Olive bring her academic performance up to grade level. Olive is also making steady progress in therapy towards learning to better handle and appropriately express her feelings/emotions/impulse control, and personal boundaries. Olive’s self-esteem and self-advocacy are improving as well.
Olive would like to find an adoptive family that is patient and understanding and would be open to them maintaining a relationship with Olive’s younger half-siblings. If you think your family might be a good fit for Olive, please let us know. We are ready to help make Olive’s tomorrow a brighter one as part of an adoptive family.
Photo Credit: Will Wong

Meet Adrian, (born October 2011) an extraordinary African American boy in search of an adoptive home. With his intelligence, charming personality, and unique qualities, he is sure to capture the hearts of those around him.

Adrian is a curious young man who loves to explore new places and ideas. One of Adrian’s passions is his love for cats. Adrian understands the importance of using his voice to make a positive impact and connect to others. Adrian has developed a verity of self-coping skills. He is learning how to effectively manage his emotions and handle challenging situations with a positive mindset. This resilience allows him to overcome obstacles and approach life’s difficulties.

Adrian enjoys spending time with friends. Whether it is playing video games or engaging in outdoor activities, time with his friend is highly value. Music is another avenue through which Adrian expresses himself. He has a genuine passion for playing the guitar. It allows him to be creative and express his emotions. Adrian’s genuine desire for connection and belonging makes him an ideal candidate for a forever home.

If you are seeking an intelligent and resilient young boy to join your family, Adrian may be the perfect fit. His love for cats, great sense of humor, self-advocacy skills, and passion for video games and music make him a delightful addition to any household. Photo Credit: David Tsay

Cielo and Paola are sweet and friendly sisters who are going to melt the hearts of the right forever family!

Cielo (b. March 2012) is a kind and clever girl who likes helping others and likes to be involved in school activities. Cielo enjoys cooking, drawing, arts and crafts, and shopping. When she grows up, she would like to be a detective.
Cielo has a speech and language delay as well as a learning disorder for which she is receiving services. In addition to medication to help regulate emotions, Cielo is also learning better coping skills to use to help when she gets frustrated or angry rather than shutting down.

Paola (b. February 2014) is an active girl who enjoys playing outside and taking walks – especially if there is a pet dog to walk. Paola enjoys coloring and is a great helper in school. Paola receives support services to help with a speech and language delay, a learning disorder and Autism, along with therapeutic interventions to help with behavior challenges.

Cielo and Paolo have visits with their older sister and would like to be part of an adoptive family that supports them in maintaining this relationship. If you feel your family might be a good fit for sisters Cielo and Paola, let us know. In the right family setting, the sky is the limit for Cielo’s and Paola’s potential! Photo Credit: David Tsay

Gabriel [b. May 2013] is a sweet, social and active little boy who is into dinosaurs! Gabriel even wonders what it would be like to go back in time and live among the dinosaurs to see how they lived. Gabriel has participated in swimming lessons and Science/Robotics Camp, both of which he enjoyed very much and made him feel good about himself. He also enjoys going to the park to run around and play with other kids. Gabriel is receiving services to assist him with a speech delay as well as with learning ways to better communicate his feelings in positive ways. Gabriel continues to make slow but steady progress in school and this, too, makes him happy.

Rosalina [b. April 2014] is a quiet little girl who enjoys playing with her siblings as well as with her dolls and stuffed animals. She likes to help around the house with things she is able to do, such as making her own bed and folding and putting away her clothing. Rosalina loves going to the park where there is plenty of space to run and actively play on the swings, slides, monkey bars and jungle gym. Rosalina is receiving speech therapy services to address a speech disorder which can make it hard to understand what she is saying at times. While Rosalina is too young to know what she wants to be when she grows up, for now she’s happy to be a princess one day, a mommy to her dolls another day, or an artist on other given days.

Anastasia [b. September 2015] is an active and social little girl who is already displaying some traits of a natural born leader! She enjoys going to school and is doing well in her classes. Ana, as she is often referred to, enjoys playing games with her siblings or going to the park to play on the swings and monkey bars. She’s learning new ways to express her feelings in therapy, but one thing that seems clear is that this girl likes to play and have fun!

These “three peas” are looking to grow up together as part of the same “family pod”. If you think your family has what it takes to be a good fit for Gabriel, Rosalina & Anastasia, please let us know. We trust that the right adoptive family will provide them the stable and supportive shell from which they’ll thrive! Photo Credit – Children’s Action Network

Aubriiella [b. Sept. 2014] is truly a child that likes to keep herself busy – from bike-riding or roller-skating to playing in the park or playing piano! Aubriiella likes going to school and learning new things and the school is assisting her improve her academic performance. And while Aubriiella would one day like to travel to places like Hawaii, right now she looks forward to her weekly trips to the park where she gets to visit with her brothers who are in a different placement.
David [b. June 2017] is an energetic child who is quick to want to lend a hand with tasks. David enjoys exploring his environment and playing with toy trucks, dinosaurs and Legos – with LEGOLAND being one of his dream destinations. David also likes pets, particularly dogs.
Daniel [b. April 2019] is a child with an easy-going personality who is fine playing independently or with other children. He enjoys watching CatNap on YouTube, while also liking to play with trucks, dinosaurs or Legos with his brother David.
These three siblings need one adoptive family that will provide them the nurturing guidance and support for each of them to reach their potential and reach for their dreams while having the same place to call home. If you have the space in your heart and home to hold Aubriiella, Daniel and David and raise them together as part of your family, please let us know. Photo Credit: Laura Gallegos

Lylah, Yvonne, and Omar need a forever family. They hope to find a supportive, patient, and attentive adoptive family to share their lives and guide them.

Lylah, age 9, is a budding chef who loves to experiment in the kitchen. When she’s not cooking, she enjoys catching up on some well-deserved rest. She’s described as creative, kind, and funny, always bringing joy to those around her.

Omar, 11 years old, is an athletic and polite kid with a passion for basketball. His friendly and respectful nature makes him a wonderful brother and friend. He’s the kind of person who can bring a smile to anyone’s face.

Yvonne, the eldest at 13, is both caring and adventurous. She loves swimming and has a keen interest in sports. Her adventurous spirit is matched by her love for ramen, and she’s known for her intelligence and thoughtful nature.

These three siblings are looking for a loving home where they can continue to grow and thrive together. Could your family be the one to provide the love and stability Lylah, Omar, and Yvonne are seeking? Then please contact us to learn more about meeting them! Photo Credit: Peter Christiansen Valli

Dontez (May 2013) is a sweet and outgoing kid who enjoys playing video games, coloring, drawing, playing football and hanging out with his friends. He would like to travel and go on adventures someday. While Dontez has been described as a “quick learner” when it comes to some things, school can be challenging due to a difficulty focusing. Dontez is utilizing the academic support available and is working hard to catch up. Dontez would benefit from a nurturing adoptive family that would provide him with the structure he needs. With the right resources at school as well as within an adoptive family, Dontez is sure to do well. Photo Credit: Jason Elias

James (b. August 2008) is a friendly, personable, and respectful teen – qualities that make him a potential good friend and often a pleasure to be around. James tries to make the most of his life and he is a self-proclaimed expert in all things Pokémon. Like many teens, he enjoys being on his phone. James enjoys playing video games such as Fortnight and Minecraft. He also enjoys sports and his favorite is basketball. James’s favorite subject in school is math. James receives therapeutic services and is learning how to express his emotions in more appropriate and positive ways. James is quite creative when it comes to robotics and has made a robot in the past made of mainly found items. When he gets older, James would like to be a YouTuber and/or a robotics teacher.

James hopes his future adoptive family will be friendly and smart and will like to have fun. James would benefit from a forever family’s patient guidance and support as he navigates life’s decisions. James thinks it would be nice to have siblings in his adoptive family, and of course having some fellow ‘gamers’ in the family would be icing on the cake for James! If you’re starting to sense that James could fit well within your family’s operating system, please let us know. Photo Credit: Will Wong

Meet Kieley (b. October 2012), a warm and engaging youth with a quick smile and a good sense of humor. Kieley likes to have fun, which for Kieley can include some dancing and singing. Kieley likes singing so much that she is giving some thought to joining a choir where she could develop her vocal skills and become a better singer. Kieley also enjoys doing cheer and would like to join a cheer team in the future. When it comes to how to spend some downtime, Kieley enjoys getting her hair and nails done.
Kieley enjoys going to school where she gets to interact with her friends. She is getting assistance from the school to help her improve her academic progress in the areas of need. Kieley is able to hold her own in conversations and is comfortable speaking to her strengths as well as her challenges. Kieley can picture herself as part of an active and supportive family – perhaps even one with a large extended family where she might have cousins and whatnot. If you can envision incorporating Kieley into your family, please let us know. We want Kieley to find the family that can help her be all that she can be! Photo Credit: Peter Christiansen Valli

Meet Jayvon (b. in November 2010), an active youngster who enjoys outdoor riding his bike and skateboarding. Due to the many challenges he has faced, Javon struggles in dealing with his feelings and needs. He has, however, made improvements and has been working hard at finding ways to express himself and channel his energy in positive ways.

Jayvon has a great sense of humor, he is funny, athletic and smart. Jayvon is longing for a connection and a sense of belonging that can come through by being adopted. If you believe your family is able and willing to support Jayvon with consistency, structure and loving patience as he journeys through life. Photo Credit: Will Edwards