Special Needs

 

Our Special Needs children are mainly comprised of children from our China Special Needs Program. Special Needs (Waiting / Green Pass) Children refers to children that have medical special needs. We have been blessed with the privilege of partnering with the CCAA (China Center of Adoption Affairs) to locate homes for these precious Waiting Children. As a participant in this program, we received referrals for 9 special needs children. There are a range of medical needs that these children may have. Many of the medical needs are easily repaired in the U.S. and simply have not been addressed in the orphanage due to a lack of resources. These children need families who can not only give the child a home, but also be able to provide for their medical needs. Without these children having the opportunity to be adopted by a family, they will typically spend the majority of their youth in institutionalized care and most will never have the opportunity to lead a normal life.

Below you can see our latest group of special needs children. We cannot display pictures of these children to the public at large, however, you can view these children's pictures as well as additional information on our website by contacting us for a username and password for access. For more information about these children please contact us at 205.967.0811 or email us at Karla or Janell. 

This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Ruby Ruby is a beautiful 9 year old girl who has spent her entire life living in an orphanage. Ruby has a congenital deformity of joints of both hands and feet. Because of her special need, Ruby’s body development is more delayed than other children, but her intellectual development is on target.    Ruby can take care of most of her daily needs such as bathing, going to the bathroom and getting dressed. Ruby is an active child and enjoys singing and entertaining.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Saige - On Hold Saige is a very cute little 5 year old girl. Saige has been diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot. Saige has a ready smile and a warm and outgoing personality. Her caretakers say that her CHD has not hindered her development. Saige is not afraid of meeting new people and adapts well to new environments.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Nicole - Matched! Nicole is a bright and inquisitive 8 year old girl. Nicole was born with a deformity of the left hand, but has adapted very well. Nicole likes to listen to stories and then tell the other children the story. Nicole is an average 8 year old and asks many questions and is curious about the world.   For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Elliott Elliott is an adorable 2.5 year old toddler with an infectious smile. Elliott was originally diagnosed with hermaphroditism, but after a detailed exam on June 13, 2008, he was rediagnosed with hypospadias.  Elliott is a very well behaved child and can say many words and recite some poems. Elliott has also been a participant in the Half the Sky preschool program. Elliott has a very outgoing personality and is well loved by all.       For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Brandon Brandon is a warm hearted 6 year old boy that will greet familiar people with a happy ‘hello’. Brandon was born with congenital multiple melanosis of the right arm. Brandon has no other medical concerns. Brandon enjoys playing with toy cars and balls. Brandon gets along well with the other children and always has a ready smile.       For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Payton Payton is a sweet 2 year old girl that has been diagnosed with neurocutaneous syndrome. Payton had an MRI done in June of 2007. Payton has normal physical and mental development. She has a ready smile and the large birthmark on her face has begun to fade.     For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Carter Carter is an adorable 3 year old boy who was born with dextrocardia. Carter has beautiful big eyes, can walk alone, can speak simple words, and likes to eat soft noodle and salty food. Carter is outgoing and lively, and is very happy when plays with other children.     For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Dalton Dalton is a happy and outgoing 7 year old boy. Dalton was first diagnosed with cryptorchidism, but has had surgery to repair that. Dalton is also a Hep B positive as a carrier but his liver function is normal. Dalton’s biggest challenge is cerebal palsy of the right side. Dalton has overcame many of the challenges associated with this and has trained his right side to follow his left. In November of 2007 Dalton received surgery on his Achilles tendon to help improve his walk. The surgery was successful and Dalton now only walks with a slight limp.  Dalton loves to perform for people and has a very outgoing personality. He is friends to all and loves to help the nannies with chores and shopping.     For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Garrett Garrett is a darling 14 month old baby boy with big eyes and a sweet smile. Garrett has a large growth on his lower back as well as cross feet. Although his feet are crossed, Garrett has good motor function with both feet. Garrett smiles when he sees familiar faces and is very close to his caregivers. He feels happy and safe when he is around them.       For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Josie Josie is a beautiful and very special 10 year old with multiple special needs. These include the following: talipes equinovarus of both feet (club feet), semiluxation on right side of hip joint (partial dislocation), asepsis necrosis of femoral head, abnormal connection of ulnar bone joint and upward displacement of both head of humerus showing luxation.  Josie will need a very special family that is willing to work tirelessly with her multiple special needs. Josie is learning to live independently through the efforts of her foster family. She is very close with her foster mother. Josie attends school. Josie will more than likely always need a caregiver, but she is bright and has a wonderful spirit. Josie loves photography, dancing and spending time with her foster family.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Harrison   Harrison is a bright 10 year old with a weak left leg. He has been diagnosed with underdevelopment of right brain resulting in weak left leg. Harrison is a very active and energetic boy who likes to play with the other children. Harrison is on a physical therapy routine to help exercise his weak leg.   He can express most of his daily needs and is a very handsome and sweet boy. We look forward to Harrison coming home to her forever family!   For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Jeremiah Jeremiah is a sweet 3 year old boy from China.  Jeremiah was diagnosed with osteoma of right tibiofibula and pathological bone fracture on far section of right tibia.  Jeremiah lives a normal life and can call baba and mama,  He is outgoing, likes to play games with other kids and can have meals alone.  He is attached to caretakers to some extent, has good spirit and eating habits.  Jeremiah can not yet stand and walk alone.      For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Kevin - ON HOLD Kevin is an adorable 17 month old baby boy with congenital heart disease. Kevin has no other special needs that have been diagnosed at this time. Kevin lives with a foster family and is a happy, well adjusted baby.   He has a healthy appetite and is developing age appropriately.   The doctors have put off his surgery until his second birthday. His foster mother has cared for him and says he has shown much improvement since being in her care.   For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Maribeth Maribeth is a sweet 10 year old girl who has been diagnosed as a Hepatitis B carrier and also has a slight deformity of her left elbow joint. Maribeth has lived with a foster family since 2005. She lives a normal life and has not been seriously sick since living with her foster family. Maribeth likes reading, riding bikes and jumping rope. She is very shy and introverted.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Miller     Miller is an adorable 2 year old boy with post operative hydrocephalus. Miller had surgery for this on August 1, 2007 and has had a successful recovery. Miller lives with a foster family and has normal intellectual development since his surgery. He can walk up and down stairs with a handail and say many one syllable words. Miller lives a normal life and we look forward to finding him his forever home.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Nathan Nathan is a sweet spirited seven year old that always thinks of others ahead of himself. Nathan lives with his foster family and brings a lot of joy to his entire neighborhood. Nathan had surgery for hypospadias on March 4, 2004. Since then, he has had a good recovery and has been able to do most activities like other boys. Nathan enjoys helping his grandmother and grandfather when he is not watching cartoons. Nathan is a very curious boy and loves to figure out how things work. He takes apart many of his toys to see how they work. Nathan has a normal schedule and his caregivers hope that Nathan will find his forever family.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Parker Parker is a sweet 11 year old boy who is still waiting for his forever family. Parker has lived at the SWI since 1999 and is a great helper to the younger children. Parker has seen many of his friends adopted and is patiently waiting for his turn.  Parker was diagnosed at a very early age with epilepsy. Parker takes medication to help control his epilepsy, but he is not allowed to go to regular school because of his diagnosis. He continues to learn at the SWI. He is a bright boy with normal learning development.  Parker is very independent, enthusiastic and polite.   For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Claire   Claire is an adorable 5 year old girl diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Claire does many things independently including washing her face and feeding herself with help. Claire can walk short distances and can recognize people she is familiar with.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Randy - Matched! Randy is a cute baby boy that has been diagnosed with hypoevolutism. Randy is not afraid of strangers and is a well mannered, easygoing baby.  Randy lives within the institution and has since his intake when he was a month old. We look forward to finding Randy his forever family.   **Randy is now 18 months old and living with a very experienced foster family and showing remarkable improvement.  He is able to do many things such as walking, picking up toys, as well as recognizing familiar faces and voices.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Shawn Shawn is a handsome boy with cerebral palsy. Shawn can walk slowly with his walker and stand for a short time without it. He is an introverted child, but warm and polite. Shawn has an infectous smile and great attitude.  Shawn can take care of most of his daily needs. We hope that a very special family will step forward and show Shawn the love that he so desperately deserves.   For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Teddy Teddy is a sweet toddler boy born with Down’s Syndrome. Teddy lives a regular life and likes being spoiled by his caregivers. Teddy will need a special family to care for him and we look forward to helping him find his forever family.   For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Will   Will has lived in an orphanage for four years. Will is almost 12, learning disabled and goes to Special Education school where he has received many awards for his achievements. Will is respectful to his teachers and classmates and loves to draw and read picture books. He is an active and outgoing boy looking for his forever family.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.
This picture is blurred for CCAA regs.	Alex Alex is a cute little boy born with Down’s Syndrome. Alex lives a regular life and likes being spoiled by his caregivers. Alex will need a special family to care for him and we look forward to helping him find his forever family.    For a username and password to access pictures and further information, please email Karla or Janell.