Oh my goodness, friends! I can't believe that this is the end of the month of February and my last post featuring the Other Angels from Reeces Rainbow. I have chosen to focus on these kids because they are often passed over and many of them have very low grants. It is hard for me to know that I was not able to share them all. Please take some time and read through these groups of postings if you can (you should see familiar faces from all month long):
*Other Angel Boys, 0-5
*Other Angel Girls, 0-5
*Other Angel Boys, 6-9
*Other Angel Girls, 6-9
*Other Angel Boys, 10+
*Other Angel Girls, 10+
*Other Angel Siblings
There are some special needs that are very unique or have very few kids listed with similar needs. Please take a moment to search for: Hypotheriosis, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Arnold-Chiari, Apert
Syndrome, Ritscher–Schinzel syndrome, abnormal development of sacral
vertebrae. There are new kids listed often, and a great way to see them is by clicking on the "Newly Listed" link at http://reecesrainbow.org/category/newly-listed. If you are interested in international adoption of a child or children with special needs, here is a great place to start! Thanks so much for reading along.
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Love for Kids with Hydrocephalus
As our month of advocacy draws to a close, I want to thank everyone who has read about, shared, or prayed for these kids. Today, I get to introduce you to several kids with Hydrocephalus, or enlarged head size due to additional fluid in the brain. Some of these kids have not received proper medical treatment or shunts, while others have been treated but still need a family. Search Reeces Rainbow for hydrocephaly or hydrocephalic as well.
First, meet Mikah who lives in Eastern Europe. Mikah is 12 years old and really needs out! Mikah has cerebral palsy and hydrocephalus. You can read a more detailed description of Mikah at http://reecesrainbow.org/71864/mikah-11-43.
Next, this is Amos who lives in a different county in Eastern Europe. Amos needs a family to file commitment paperwork before he turns 16 in December of 2015. There is a detailed description of Amos at http://reecesrainbow.org/51605/amos.
Next, this is Bolden who lives in Latin America and is only one years old! Bolden needs medical care to address his hydocephalus. You can read more about Bolden at http://reecesrainbow.org/86277/bolden.
Finally, meet seven year old Sheila who lives in Asia. Sheila seems to be functioning very well and she is described as, "intelligent, active, extroverted and talkative." You can read more about Sheila at http://reecesrainbow.org/65900/sheila.
First, meet Mikah who lives in Eastern Europe. Mikah is 12 years old and really needs out! Mikah has cerebral palsy and hydrocephalus. You can read a more detailed description of Mikah at http://reecesrainbow.org/71864/mikah-11-43.
Friday, February 27, 2015
Love for Kids with Medical Conditions
Today, I get to introduce you to several kids with medical conditions such as: allergies, asthma, celiac disease, and cancer. Some of these kids have additional special needs and some of listed for adoption strictly because of these medical needs. Reeces Rainbow also lists kids who are HIV+, but since these are in a different category, I will feature them on another day. Kids with hepatitis would also fit in this category of medical needs, but there were enough to feature them separately on their own day.
First, please meet Toby who turns ten this year and currently lives in Eastern Europe. Toby's only listed special need is his celiac disease. You can read more about Toby from someone who met him a few months ago at http://reecesrainbow.org/76869/toby-2.
Next, meet Wendell who lives in Asia and just turned five years old. Wendell has an eye condition in one eye and is allergic to eggs. You can read more about Wendell and consider him for your family at http://reecesrainbow.org/77086/wendell.
Next, this is Presley who lives in Eastern Europe and will turn 7 next month. Presley has a history of leukemia, but does not have current symptoms. You can read more about Presley at http://reecesrainbow.org/12532/presley.
Finally, meet Haven who will turn 8 next month. Haven has been diagnosed with "celiac disease, CP, toxic Hepatitis, hypotrophy of III stage." She is currently afraid of strangers and will need a patient family to break through to her. Haven has a grant of $5064.21 to help with her adoption. Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/12528/haven4205.
First, please meet Toby who turns ten this year and currently lives in Eastern Europe. Toby's only listed special need is his celiac disease. You can read more about Toby from someone who met him a few months ago at http://reecesrainbow.org/76869/toby-2.
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Love for Kids with Skin Conditions
I can hardly believe that this month of blogging for the Other Angels is almost finished! This post features several kiddos with skin conditions who are ready to be chosen for international adoption. If you want to find more kids with similar special needs, consider searching for: Skin Conditions- hemangioma, nevi, nevus, birth mark, Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), epidermolysis lax disease, Congenital ichthyosis, Congenital bullous ichthyosiform erythroderma, Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome.
First, meet Susana who lives in Eastern Europe and is eight years old. Susana has a skin discoloration (hemangioma) as well as a few other medical conditions. You can read more about Susana at http://reecesrainbow.org/61112/susana.
Next, this is Chance who is now four years old and currently lives in Asia. Chance seems to have normal development in almost all areas. Please read more about Chance and consider adding him to your family: http://reecesrainbow.org/56057/chance.
First, meet Susana who lives in Eastern Europe and is eight years old. Susana has a skin discoloration (hemangioma) as well as a few other medical conditions. You can read more about Susana at http://reecesrainbow.org/61112/susana.
Next, meet Brandon who turns four this month and also lives in Asia. Brandon has received excellent care and is ready to join his forever family. You can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/54419/brandon.
Finally, meet Peter who lives in Latin America. Peter is seven years old and has several special needs including a skin/ scalp condition called kerion which is usually caused by a ringworm infection. You can read more about Peter at http://reecesrainbow.org/20038/peter-2.
Love for Kids with Genetic Syndromes
Today, I get to introduce you to several kids who are eligible for international adoption who have genetic or hereditary syndromes. Some of these conditions are quite rare. You can search Reeces Rainbow for: Hereditary. Genetic, Tuberous Sclerosis, Williams,
Polands Syndrome, Crouzon syndrome, Treacher Collins, Rubinstein-Taybi
syndrome, and probably others.
First, meet Tina who is five years old and lives in Eastern Europe. Tina has been diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome. There is a detailed description of Tina as well as several pictures on her profile at http://reecesrainbow.org/50778/tina.
Next, meet Emily who lives in Asia and will turn 13 years old this month. That means that Emily has exactly a year to be adopted before she ages out. Emily has been diagnosed with Williams Syndrome. You can read more about Emily at http://reecesrainbow.org/58754/emily.
Next, meet Max who also lives in Asia and is five years old. It is likely that Max has Polands Syndrome, but it may be another genetic condition. You can read more about Max at http://reecesrainbow.org/38766/max-asia.
Next up is Ollie who just turned 3 and lives in Asia. Ollie has been diagnosed with
tuberous sclerosis which is a complex genetic condition. You can read more about Ollie at http://reecesrainbow.org/74731/ollie. (Amelia has the same condition http://reecesrainbow.org/56818/amelia.)
Finally, meet Jared who lives in Eastern Europe. Jared is seven and has been diagnosed with Stickler Syndrome. You can read more about Jared at http://reecesrainbow.org/423/jared-26.
First, meet Tina who is five years old and lives in Eastern Europe. Tina has been diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome. There is a detailed description of Tina as well as several pictures on her profile at http://reecesrainbow.org/50778/tina.
Next, meet Max who also lives in Asia and is five years old. It is likely that Max has Polands Syndrome, but it may be another genetic condition. You can read more about Max at http://reecesrainbow.org/38766/max-asia.
tuberous sclerosis which is a complex genetic condition. You can read more about Ollie at http://reecesrainbow.org/74731/ollie. (Amelia has the same condition http://reecesrainbow.org/56818/amelia.)
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Love for Kids with Dwarfism
Today, I have the honor of introducing you to several kids who are available for adoption and who have been diagnosed with some form of dwarfism. Some prefer the term "little people" to refer to people with one of more than 200 conditions that cause short stature. Please help share these kids and help them get home soon! Some of the search terms to try on Reeces Rainbow are Dwarfism, Achondroplasia, nanism, and chondrodysplasia. On a side note, there have been several young children with these diagnoses listed on Reeces Rainbow, but they have been blessed to be matched with a family quickly. If that is your heart, keep checking back often!
First, meet Grady who lives in Asia and has been diagnosed with chondrodysplasia dwarfism. Grady turns 12 this month and has just 2 years to find a forever family before his birth country considers him to be too old to be adopted. Please read more about Grady at http://reecesrainbow.org/77038/grady-2.
Next, meet Zeke who lives in Eastern Europe and will turn six next month. Zeke has been diagnosed with several conditions including dwarfism. Zeke has the advantage of a detailed description from people who have spent significant time with him and a grant of $2091 to help with his adoption costs. Please read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/38452/zeke-l.
Next, this is Emery in Eastern Europe. His diagnosis is "nanism of somatogenic genesis" which roughly means short stature caused by something internal. Emery is seven and you can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/70008/emery.
Next, this is ten year old Sadler who lives in a different country in Eastern Europe. Sadler is described as "good natured" and is available for adoption. Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/77914/sadler-1049.
Finally, meet Yasmine who is also ten and lives in Eastern Europe. She is very motivated to move and interact despite some medical limitations. A family and therapy would help her meet her full potential. Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/1717/yasmine1803.
First, meet Grady who lives in Asia and has been diagnosed with chondrodysplasia dwarfism. Grady turns 12 this month and has just 2 years to find a forever family before his birth country considers him to be too old to be adopted. Please read more about Grady at http://reecesrainbow.org/77038/grady-2.
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Love for Kids with Blood Related Conditions
Now I have the chance to introduce you to several precious kids who are waiting for a family and have a special need or condition related to their blood. Some of these conditions can be life threatening and need proper medical care right away. To find more kids with similar conditions, try searching reecesrainbow.org for Thalassemia, Hemophilia, blood, or anemia.
First, meet Elle who lives in Asia and is now six years old (most likely this picture is older). She has Thalassemia along with a few other conditions and needs regular blood transfusions to stay healthy. You can read more about Elle at http://reecesrainbow.org/52631/elle.
Next, this is Phil who lives in Eastern Europe and is diagnosed with hemophilia A. Phil is currently 13 years old and is described as "inquisitive" and "independent." You can read more about Phil on his profile page at http://reecesrainbow.org/71158/phil-435.
Next, meet Justin who will turn 10 this year. Justin is not able to attend school due to his blood transfusions for Thalassemia. Justin lives in Asia and is ready to be adopted and come home to his family. Please read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/52885/justin-2.
Finally, meet Brenden who is two years old and lives in Latin America. Brenden has been diagnosed with spina bifida, hydrocephalus, and sickle cell anemia. You can read more about Brenden at http://reecesrainbow.org/72334/brenden.
First, meet Elle who lives in Asia and is now six years old (most likely this picture is older). She has Thalassemia along with a few other conditions and needs regular blood transfusions to stay healthy. You can read more about Elle at http://reecesrainbow.org/52631/elle.
Love for Kids with Language Delays or Who are Nonverbal
Today, I get to introduce you to several kids who have been diagnosed with language delays, who are nonverbal, or who have other difficulties with speech. Sometimes this is their only diagnosis and often this is paired with other disabilities. Please help get these kids matched with a permanent family!
First, meet Troy who lives in Eastern Europe and is eleven years old. Troy has been waiting for a family for many years, but he has the advantage of a detailed description from someone who met him personally. Please read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/17713/troy317.
Next, meet Annie who lives in a different country in Eastern Europe. Annie is nine years old and is described as "lovely and affectionate." Please read more about sweet Annie at http://reecesrainbow.org/14083/annie-40-4 and consider making her part of your family!
Next, meet 4 year old Anah who lives in Asia. Anah loves to eat and to listen to music and is ready to join a forever family. Please read more about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/84850/anah.
Finally, meet Carlton who is 6 and lives in Latin America. He has a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy and is currently nonverbal although he is making efforts to communicate. You can read more about Carlton at http://reecesrainbow.org/72351/carlton.
First, meet Troy who lives in Eastern Europe and is eleven years old. Troy has been waiting for a family for many years, but he has the advantage of a detailed description from someone who met him personally. Please read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/17713/troy317.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Love for Kids with ADHD
Today I have the joy of introducing you to several kids who have a diagnosis of ADD (attention deficit disorder), ADHD, and Hyperkinetic syndrome. Please keep in mind that these diagnoses have been given overseas and mainly to kids who are currently living in institutionalized settings. It is difficult to predict what changes may occur once these kids are home in loving families.
First, meet a set of three brothers who live in Eastern Europe. This is Hunter, Forest, and Ridge (internet nicknames) who are 10, 8, and 6. The oldest brother has a diagnosis of
Hyperkinetic disorders/Hyperkinetic conduct disorder. You can read more about them from someone who has met them at http://reecesrainbow.org/63837/hunterforestridge.
Next, meet sweet Edith! She lives in Eastern Europe and is eight years old. Edith needs a family to help her heal from past trauma and to reach her full potential. You can read more about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/53352/edith.
Finally, meet 14 year old Ricky who has been asking for a family of his own. Ricky lives in Eastern Europe and has about a year and a half to be adopted. Please read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/72620/ricky.
First, meet a set of three brothers who live in Eastern Europe. This is Hunter, Forest, and Ridge (internet nicknames) who are 10, 8, and 6. The oldest brother has a diagnosis of
Hyperkinetic disorders/Hyperkinetic conduct disorder. You can read more about them from someone who has met them at http://reecesrainbow.org/63837/hunterforestridge.
Next, meet James who is 14 years old and lives in Asia. James does well in school and enjoys doing puzzles. You can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/46864/james.
Next, meet sweet Edith! She lives in Eastern Europe and is eight years old. Edith needs a family to help her heal from past trauma and to reach her full potential. You can read more about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/53352/edith.
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Love for Kids with Emotional Needs
Today, I have the honor of introducing you to several kids who are eligible for international adoption and have diagnosed emotional needs. All of these kids are listed on an adoption advocacy website reecesrainbow.org. You can find more kids and teens with similar needs by searching for:
Emotional, anger, disturbed emotional development, paranoid schizophrenia
First up, this is Calder! Calder is eligible for international adoption and needs to have paperwork filed for him before he turns 16 in August of 2015. Calder's profile lists "emotional disorders," so a potential future family need to be prepared for a range of what that may mean. You can give towards Calder's adoption grant at http://reecesrainbow.org/74025/calder.
Next, consider Ms. Juliet who is 6 and lives in a different country in Eastern Europe. While Juliet's list of diagnosed conditions is quite extensive ("She has been diagnosed with early childhood schizophrenia and is reported to demonstrate aggressive behavior and restlessness"), descriptions from people who have met her paint a different people. A potential family should be prepared for many possibilities. Please read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/86681/juliet-524.
Next, this is a sibling pair named Moira and Mack. They live in yet another country in Eastern Europe and 5 and 3 years old. Their profile contains information about their behaviors and the suspicion of past abuse. A future family should be ready to provide a healing fresh start for Moira and Mack. Please read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/85250/moira-mack.
Emotional, anger, disturbed emotional development, paranoid schizophrenia
First up, this is Calder! Calder is eligible for international adoption and needs to have paperwork filed for him before he turns 16 in August of 2015. Calder's profile lists "emotional disorders," so a potential future family need to be prepared for a range of what that may mean. You can give towards Calder's adoption grant at http://reecesrainbow.org/74025/calder.
Next, this is a sibling pair named Moira and Mack. They live in yet another country in Eastern Europe and 5 and 3 years old. Their profile contains information about their behaviors and the suspicion of past abuse. A future family should be ready to provide a healing fresh start for Moira and Mack. Please read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/85250/moira-mack.
Finally, meet Jamie who is also is Eastern Europe and has been diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder. He is only 7 years old and needs an experienced forever family to help him reach his full potential. Please read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/85449/jamie-2.
Friday, February 20, 2015
Love for Kids with Hepatitis
Today I am pleased to introduce you to several kids who have a diagnosis of either Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C. Chronic Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C are different from each other, but both can cause liver issues. Other kids are noted to be carriers of one of these diseases or to have tested positive at some point, but do not have any current symptoms.
First, meet Frye who lives is Asia. Frye was recently listed on Reeces Rainbow and currently has $0 in his grant. Would you be the first to support him by donating? Or are you the new family for this boy who will turn 8 next month? Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/85255/frye.
Next, meet Tadee who turns 11 this month and lives in Eastern Europe. She needs someone to give her a chance and help her meet her full potential in her forever family. Please read more about Tadee at http://reecesrainbow.org/56677/tadee.
Next, meet Leilani who also lives in Eastern Europe. She has a large grant of $8,916 to help with the cost of her adoption. Please read more about this special princess at http://reecesrainbow.org/53187/leilani.
Finally, meet Colton who has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and is Hepatitis B+. Colton is now nine years old. You can read more about his personality and skills at http://reecesrainbow.org/75634/colton.
First, meet Frye who lives is Asia. Frye was recently listed on Reeces Rainbow and currently has $0 in his grant. Would you be the first to support him by donating? Or are you the new family for this boy who will turn 8 next month? Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/85255/frye.
Next, meet Leilani who also lives in Eastern Europe. She has a large grant of $8,916 to help with the cost of her adoption. Please read more about this special princess at http://reecesrainbow.org/53187/leilani.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Love for Kids with Epilepsy
Today I have some wonderful orphans to introduce you to! They have all been diagnosed with conditions that include seizures (some are well controlled by medication). To find more of these kids, please search Reeces Rainbow for:
Epilepsy, epileptic, seizures, convulsive, West syndrome
First, meet 12-year-old Serene who lives in Eastern Europe! She is diagnosed with epilepsy and attends a mainstream school where she enjoys studying math. Serene is waiting for a family to come for her! Read more about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/69587/serene.
Next, meet 7-year-old Josiah who lives in Latin America. Josiah has diagnoses of cerebral palsy and seizures. He also has a significant grant of $7,503 which will be a great help for his future adoptive family. Please read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/22146/josiah.
Next, this is 11-year-old Heather who lives in Asia! Heather's profile includes plenty of information about her personality and likes and dislikes. Please check it out at http://reecesrainbow.org/28416/heather-2.
Finally, this precious one is one-year-old Clarence! Clarence lives in a different country in Eastern Europe and is eligible for international adoption at this time. You can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/77209/clarence.
Epilepsy, epileptic, seizures, convulsive, West syndrome
First, meet 12-year-old Serene who lives in Eastern Europe! She is diagnosed with epilepsy and attends a mainstream school where she enjoys studying math. Serene is waiting for a family to come for her! Read more about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/69587/serene.
Next, meet 7-year-old Josiah who lives in Latin America. Josiah has diagnoses of cerebral palsy and seizures. He also has a significant grant of $7,503 which will be a great help for his future adoptive family. Please read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/22146/josiah.
Next, this is 11-year-old Heather who lives in Asia! Heather's profile includes plenty of information about her personality and likes and dislikes. Please check it out at http://reecesrainbow.org/28416/heather-2.
Finally, this precious one is one-year-old Clarence! Clarence lives in a different country in Eastern Europe and is eligible for international adoption at this time. You can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/77209/clarence.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Love for Kids with Mental or Developmental Delays
The kids who I have the privilege for featuring today represent a catch-all category of kids who are waiting for forever families all over the world. A large number of kids growing up in an institutional setting have mental or developmental delays. Some of the terms used on profiles to describe these kids are not what is preferred in this country, but please see past these labels to see the children. You can look for them on Reeces Rainbow by searching for:
Developmental Delay- developmentally delayed, brain development, cognitively delayed, intellelectual delay, Mental Delay, mental retardation, cognitively delayed, dysgnosia, brain damage, Impaired intelligence
Since there are many kids waiting for families in this category, I am only going to feature those who will age out and lose their chance to be adopted in the next year. Please help them get seen quickly!
First, this is Garion! He lives in Eastern Europe and needs a family to commit to him before he turns 16 in August. Please read his profile since there is a detailed description of him from someone who met him personally. Garion's grant is now at $1425 and you can read about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/65459/garion.
Next is Benji who lives in Asia. He needs a family to complete his adoption before he turns 14 on July 31, 2015. Benji has a grant of $5065.46. You can read more about Benji at http://reecesrainbow.org/59804/benji-2.
Next, this is Blaine who lives in Eastern Europe. He needs a family to file commitment paperwork before he turns 16 in September 2015. His grant is at $426. You can read more about Blaine at http://reecesrainbow.org/59325/blaine.
Next, this is Reign who lives in Eastern Europe. She needs a family to file paperwork before she turns 16 in December 2015. Reign has a large grant of $7,262.27. You can read more about this princess at http://reecesrainbow.org/59331/reign.
Next, this is Amos who is also currently living is Eastern Europe. He needs a family to commit to him before he turns 16 in December 2015. Amos' grant is at $689. You can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/51605/amos.
Next, meet Chelsia who lives in Asia and needs a family to complete her adoption before she turns 14 in January of 2016. Chelsia is newly listed on Reeces Rainbow and has $90 in her grant. You can read about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/87470/chelsia.
Finally, meet Ezra who will be 14 in August of 2015. His adoption needs to be completed by that birthday and he only has $4.95 given to his grant so far. Maybe you can give to him or even consider being his family. Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/58818/ezra-3.
Developmental Delay- developmentally delayed, brain development, cognitively delayed, intellelectual delay, Mental Delay, mental retardation, cognitively delayed, dysgnosia, brain damage, Impaired intelligence
Since there are many kids waiting for families in this category, I am only going to feature those who will age out and lose their chance to be adopted in the next year. Please help them get seen quickly!
First, this is Garion! He lives in Eastern Europe and needs a family to commit to him before he turns 16 in August. Please read his profile since there is a detailed description of him from someone who met him personally. Garion's grant is now at $1425 and you can read about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/65459/garion.
Next, this is Blaine who lives in Eastern Europe. He needs a family to file commitment paperwork before he turns 16 in September 2015. His grant is at $426. You can read more about Blaine at http://reecesrainbow.org/59325/blaine.
Next, this is Amos who is also currently living is Eastern Europe. He needs a family to commit to him before he turns 16 in December 2015. Amos' grant is at $689. You can read more about him at http://reecesrainbow.org/51605/amos.
Next, meet Chelsia who lives in Asia and needs a family to complete her adoption before she turns 14 in January of 2016. Chelsia is newly listed on Reeces Rainbow and has $90 in her grant. You can read about her at http://reecesrainbow.org/87470/chelsia.
Finally, meet Ezra who will be 14 in August of 2015. His adoption needs to be completed by that birthday and he only has $4.95 given to his grant so far. Maybe you can give to him or even consider being his family. Read more at http://reecesrainbow.org/58818/ezra-3.
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