Amy Wong-Martinez

Alexander (b. September 2013) is passionate about sports, especially NFL football and NBA basketball. He plays football and basketball at school and dreams of joining the NFL. He would love to be part of a family that is active and enjoys both participating in and watching sports. Alexander likes being active and in addition to team sports will also do some individual activities such as skateboarding, swimming, and running. He enjoys listening to hip-hop music and plays the cello. His favorite food is lasagna, and his favorite color is red.

Sofia (b. September 2014) is outgoing, fun, sweet, and respectful. She loves music and dancing and enjoys reading and hanging out with friends. Her favorite colors are red and black and one of her favorite foods is pupusas. Sofia dreams of becoming a baker, with the idea of opening her own restaurant one day.  She would love to be part of a family that enjoys cooking together. Sofia is also active in sports, playing basketball and soccer, and states that her favorite athlete is Cristiano Ronaldo.

Alexander and Sofia share a close bond and would thrive in a family that supports their active lifestyles and their individual interests and needs.  If you can see Alexander and Sofia as part of your family team, please let us know.  We are eager to reserve them a spot at the table of the right forever family!

Photo Credit: Will Wong

When first meeting Adellia (b. Nov 2014), she may present as quiet and somewhat unsure of herself. She can take a little time to feel comfortable in new situations or with new people. Once rapport is built and she has developed trust, Adellia’s warm and engaging personality truly shines.

Adellia has shared that she would like to learn healthier ways to manage her anger. She is aware that this can sometimes be a challenge for her and has expressed a desire to grow in this area. Adellia hopes to have a family who can understand that she is still learning and who will be patient, supportive, and committed to helping her develop positive coping skills.

In her free time, Adellia enjoys activities that keep her mind active and engaged. She loves board games, word searches, puzzles, and card games. She also enjoys movies, with her recent favorites including Kung Fu Panda 4 and Zootopia 2. When it comes to food, her favorites include pizza and burgers.

Looking toward the future, Adellia dreams of becoming a Marine Biologist. She is curious about the ocean and marine life and would like to learn more as she gets older.

Adellia also has a younger sister with whom she currently has monitored visits. This relationship is meaningful to Adellia, and maintaining connections with important people in her life continues to be significant.  If you can see yourself being part of bridge to help Adellia as she grows and moves forward in life while also keeping her connected to those who’ve been important in her young life so far, please let us know.  We are ready to help Adellia and the right forever family gel!

Meet Jacob, a friendly and engaging teenager born in May 2010. He’s currently in foster care and has big dreams of making it to the major leagues. With the right support and unconditional love from an adoptive family, he believes there are no limits to what he can achieve.

Jacob radiates enthusiasm and has a magnetic personality that draws people in. His genuine kindness and upbeat spirit make him stand out. An athletic young man, he embraces the great outdoors, currently excelling in football at school while eagerly dreaming of transitioning to baseball. Beyond sports, Jacob has a deep passion for cars and is excited about the prospect of learning how to work on them.

Jacob hopes for an adoptive family that not only supports his athletic goals but also shares his enthusiasm for travel adventures. He’s open to diverse family structures and wants to be included in the selection process for his new family. Jacob dreams of a forever home that includes pets, adding even more warmth and joy to his life.

Photo Credit: Will Wong

Ja’ Luv (b. August 2011) loves to read, be it non-fiction or fiction.  Ja’ Luv is especially interested in mythology as well as historical events.  Ja’ Luv enjoys learning and imagining the past and would like to someday parlay these interests into becoming an author and/or a social activist. When not reading or writing, Ja’ Luv likes to help bake and cook and generally lend a hand with other household tasks.   Ja’ Luv continues to explore issues around identity and desires to be part of a patient and supportive family environment.  Ja’ Luv is the kind to stand up to injustices and hopes to join a family that will provide warm encouragement, opportunities to explore interests, and the tenacity to take on whatever life brings their way … together.  Photo Credit: Children’s Action Network

Bryan [b. April 2010] is quiet and respectful but able to engage in conversation and communicate his needs effectively. Bryan is a little more outgoing and talkative when he is with his friends whom he likes to hang out with on weekends. When it comes to food, Bryan loves Mexican food and KFC is his go-to for fast food.  Bryan likes going to school and has set his goals on doing his best in order to get into college and currently holds a 4.29 GPA. In addition to excelling academically, Bryan also likes playing basketball and excels in golf. Bryan is a recipient of a prominent high school scholarship which pays for the base tuition of his enrollment through high school. Bryan is very involved in his school as he volunteers for youth ministry nights, is part of the Associated Student Body, and is in the Golf Club. Bryan would like to attend college and is interested in going to UCLA after high school, but he is a little ambivalent about what he would choose as a major, although he has thought about pursuing a degree in Architecture.

Bryan has an adult half-sister with whom he maintains an on-going connection. Bryan is interested in being adopted and having a forever family, and has expressed a desire for a traditional, two-parent family. If you think your family has the follow-through to provide the right guidance, love and support to assist Bryan through life’s sand traps, let us know. Bryan has what it takes to do well on the fairways of life!  Photo Credit: Children’s Action Network

Blake [b. April 2014] enjoys playing a good game of basketball or going for a swim.  In his down time, he also likes listening to music or playing video games. At school, Blake is keen on art class and likes doing arts and crafts projects. Blake is still trying to see what types of occupations might interest him for when he grows up, but for now the dream would be to play a professional sport.

Jordan [b. October 2015] loves riding scooter and playing the Spiderman video game on Xbox, along with his other favorite video game, Minecraft. In addition to pizza or food from McDonalds, Jordan is also happy with Cup Noodles. While Jordan doesn’t have a problem sharing his emotions, he is working on keeping his hands to himself and following the rules in placement. He is doing fine in school, but it takes some effort to get him there at times.

If you can picture these two joining your family squad, let us know.  Blake and Jordan long to belong to a family they can call their own. Photo Credit: David Tsay

Meet Andre (b. August 2012), an enthusiastic youth with a golden smile! Andre enjoys social settings and people interacting with him.  He is a true warrior and has been able to deal with multiple medical procedures like a true champion.  Andre responds positively to his caregivers and shows his interest in things by smiling and giggling.  He can also mumble the word “hello”. Andre enjoys music and really likes having someone sing to him or read to him.   He is limited in his mobility and requires a wheelchair.  He has received successful surgery and is now able to utilize his upper body more effectively.  Andre receives his nutrition via a G-tube.

Andre was born at only 27 weeks gestation, which contributed to a group of conditions that affect his movement, posture and development.  Andre’s medical needs require that he attend multiple medical appointments a few times a month. Andre is benefitting from occupational and physical therapies and despite all his challenges, he is always ready to offer the world a smile.

Karina (b. October 2011) is a sweet, talkative and engaging teen.  Karina enjoys going to the park and going to the mall. She loves “movie nights” whether they be at her placement or involve going to the theatre.  Karina likes playing board games and card games, especially Uno.  She also likes playing soccer but has not yet been able to join a team.  Karina has expressed wanting to be part of an active family.  She also shared that she would like to travel and someday go to Korea to see BTS. Karina describes herself as funny and helpful, and someone who enjoys scary things like scary rides and haunted houses.

Jordan (b. February 2016) is a cheerful and playful youngster who gets along well with others.  Jordan enjoys outdoor activities, especially basketball.  Jordan also likes playing video games such as Roblox on X-box or PS5.  Like his sister, Jordan also enjoys playing cards and board games, especially Uno.  Jordan is described to have a silly and fun personality. Jordan does sometimes need assistance/guidance with self-regulation and how he reacts to sudden stress.

If you can see these two siblings as part of your family, please let us know.  We are eager for Karina and Jordan to have the sense of security that comes with feeling at home with a caring forever family.  Photo Credit: Children’s Action Network

Kendrick (b. June 2010) is a curious boy with a huge, infectious smile!  Kendrick loves to play video games and watch YouTube videos, and he is fairly tech-savvy.  He is also fascinated by cars and is knowledgeable about various makes and models — from their worth to their speed.  And while Kendrick benefits from reminders about personal hygiene, he does like picking out his own clothes and shoes in order to dress stylishly!

And while Kendrick can keep himself busy indoors, he also enjoys being active and playing outside. You can often find him riding his bicycle and running around. Kendrick has a great imagination and would do well in a family that is active and yet provides structure to daily routine. Kendrick does have an IEP to help him stay focused on schoolwork and to help with his mild speech delays. Kendrick can be easily influenced by others so conversations about safety are also important.

Kendrick loves animals and would love to have a family pet as part of his adoptive family.  Kendrick looks forward to being part of an adoptive family, sharing that he wants “to go to fun places and to be able to play and laugh with (them)”.  If you can picture Kendrick as part of your family, let us know.  We want to see Kendrick linked with the right adoptive family!

Photo Credit: Will Wong