Daniel (age 16)
Daniel is a fun and personable young man who loves to smile and laugh. Daniel enjoys various types of activities such as coloring, playing with stuffed animals, and spending time on his iPad. He loves to go on outings in the community with some of his favorite places being the beach and bounce houses. During his down time, he likes to watch tv with favorites being cartoons, TLC and HGTV. He thrives with one-on-one attention and prospers with positive reinforcement. Daniel needs a caring family who will show him unconditional love and support and will be able to attend to his needs. He will require a patient caregiver who will advocate for his educational success. An ideal family for Daniel will have realistic expectations for him and provide a nurturing home with clear rules and expectations.
Daniella (age 14)
Daniella is an animal lover who enjoys spending time playing with her dog. Daniella is described by others as a really sweet child with a bold personality and is not afraid to be herself. Daniella has a zest for life that is contagious, and others enjoy being around her. Daniella is very passionate about the things she cares about and has a strong love for her siblings. She has established good relationships with peers and teachers. Her favorite subject in school is social studies and she really enjoys her social studies teacher. She maintains A’s and B’s and is involved in the music and choral program at school. Daniella would do well in a family that is nurturing and can provide her with one- on-one attention. Daniella has a close relationship with her siblings and will need a family who will allow her to maintain contact with her birth family.
Isayah (age 16)
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sayah is a quiet and reserved young man who is in need of a forever home. He has a great passion for geography and history and loves to share his knowledge with others. Isayah enjoys spending time on his electronic devices and playing video games. During his down time, he likes to immerse himself in a good book. Isayah would benefit from a patient family who will allow him time to get comfortable and settle into their home. It is important to him that he is able to build a trusting relationship with his forever family.
Jazon (age 9)
Jazon is the sweetest little guy who loves to be loved! He enjoys fire trucks, army men, and police cars. An adventurous one, he loves spend- ing time outdoors on the swing set or playing with others. Jazon also likes to play dress up in old Halloween costumes for fun. When it’s time to wind down he likes to watch cartoons or play on his tablet. Jazon enjoys attending school and gets along well with his teachers and peers. His favorite subject is recess as he loves the outdoors and being able to play. Jazon needs a family that will be able to provide him with one-on-one time and help him progress in all areas of life. Jazon’s forever family will need to have strong advocacy skills and be willing to participate in services.
Lailah (age 9)
Lailah is a sweet, adorable little girl who has a contagious smile and bubbly personality. Her big brown eyes will win anyone over. Lailah loves to have her hair in ponytails. She is described as funny, loving, helpful, friendly, and engaging. It has been said of Lailah that she is “a happy, confident little girl who brings joy to everyone she encounters.” She loves to be outdoors riding her bike or just having fun! This imaginative little girl loves reading, writing, and coloring. She has a great appetite and loves to indulge in new foods. Lailah needs a for- ever home where she is the only child or a home with siblings who are significantly older than her. An ideal family will be able to provide love and a strong emotional connection with structure and stability.
Aiden (age 14)
Aiden is a loving 14-year-old boy. He enjoys spending time outside, playing video games, bike riding, building/creating things, and swimming. Aiden is a caring teen who enjoys seeing others smile. He is constantly trying to make his family and peers laugh. Aiden does not have a favorite subject in school, but he enjoys attending and being around his teachers and friends. His teachers describe him as helpful and caring. When asked about his goals for the future, Aiden has stated several careers that he is interested in pursuing ranging from police officer, mechanic, and chef. Just like all children, Aiden desires a family to call his own. The ideal adoptive home for Aiden will push him towards his goals and show him nothing but love as they help him navigate life. He will do best in a home where he is the only child. Aiden requires a family that he can trust no matter what. He wants to know his family will always have his back regardless of the situation. Aiden shared that he wants a family that understands him and encourages him to always be his best.
Andre (age 13)
Meet Andre! This amazing teen enjoys being outside, working in the yard, playing basketball, swimming, and playing video games. Those who know Andre best describe him as funny, outspoken, and active. He is very inquisitive and asks questions to learn more about events and items around him. Andre is very talkative and loves to have conversations. He is outspoken and comfortable expressing his wants and needs. Andre has a sweet tooth but balances it with a healthy diet. A few of his favorite foods are pizza, honey buns, broccoli, and blueberry muffins. Andre is currently in middle school. His favorite subject is math. Andre is looking forward to finding his forever family and would love to have siblings. The ideal adoptive home for Andre would be able to provide structure and daily routine. Andre does his best when he is made aware of what is going to happen and is able to prepare for it. He will flourish in a home that is patient, loving, nurturing, and active.
Arya (age 12)
Arya brightens any room she enters with her bubbly and energetic personality! She loves to tell stories for entertainment and can be a bit of a jokester. Arya describes herself as brave, loving, and smart. She values having an adventurous and active lifestyle and can often be found going on outings within the community, going for walks, or simply spending time outside, enjoying nature. When it comes to music she likes rap, hip-hop, rock n’ roll, and Linkin Park. This pre-teen has big dreams of becoming a scientist or beat box rapper and would love to have support from her forever family to achieve these goals! Arya has expressed excitement and a desire to be adopted. She would like to have a mom, dad, and older sisters. She would do best in a two-parent home or with a single female parent who has strong natural supports. Arya will need to be the youngest child in the home.
Hailey (age 17)
Meet Hailey! This teen exudes positivity with her sweet and generous spirit. Those that know her best state that Hailey is intelligent, ambitious, thoughtful, goal-oriented, genuine, and inquisitive. She has a creative side as she enjoys painting. A few of Hailey’s interests include tennis, attending animal club at school, and playing board and electronic games. Her ideal vacation spot is the beach. Hailey has a great love for animals and plans to study to be a veterinarian or work with animals in some capacity. When asked about adoption, Hailey shares that she is very excited about the possibility. The ideal adoptive home for Hailey consists of a two-parent or single female home. Hailey will flourish in a home that is loving, open-minded, dependable, trustworthy, and honest. Any family interested must be open to maintaining important relationships that have been deemed safe and appropriate.
For more information on these children/youth or adoption in general, call the NC Kids Adoption and Foster Care Network at 1-877-NCKIDS-1 • EMAIL • WEB
