Adopt from China

Sophie is a pensive and observant toddler who likes being held and played with by her caregivers. She is able to turn over, sit up while leaning on support, raise her head while lying on her stomach, and grasp toys and other objects with her hands. She is especially mesmerized by colorful, moving toys and will reach to grab them if near to her. Full referral information is available for Sophie upon request. Please contact your local adoption specialist or your Global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Ethan is an active four-year-old who loves the outdoors. He gets along well with the other children and is a natural leader. Ethan's favorite activities include swinging, singing, building with blocks, and scribbling with a pen. His caregivers report Ethan is almost always happy and has a smile on his face and seldom cries. While he is not a picky eater, Ethan loves fruits of all kinds! Full referral information is available for this child upon request. Please contact your local adoption specialist or your Global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Melody is a happy little girl who is described as "gregarious"! She shows some development delays, mostly in her mid-muscle tone (waist & neck). Currently, Melody can crawl, sit, stand against the wall. She can play with toys alone and can pick up small beans. She is attached to foster mother and will cry when foster mother is away. She knows and responds to her name, understands what foster mother says, and will follow instructions such as clap hands or shake her hands for dancing. She would grab the bottle when see foster mother take bottle, push it away when she does not want to eat or she is full. Melody likes play outdoors and shouts happily when foster mother takes her out and she likes interacting with others. She is fond of hanging out with other kids. She knows to find things and have fun through independent play as well. Melody likes to dance when watching television or when listening to music. Her hands and feet move when copying others’ moves, like shaking hands, waving hands, and facial expression. Melody goes with her nanny to a garden next door and to the supermarket. Her nannies describe that Melody "knows a lot about life". As of June 2017 Melody enjoys a music box she was given on Children's Day and enjoys listening to it. She is able to climb and walk, her gait is improving. Melody's file is no longer exclusive to Bethany, however, we can check her status for interested families. Surely Melody would thrive from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. For more information, please contact your local or your Global worker. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Affectionate and attentive to the needs of others are two attributes that Jaylen's caretakers would use to describe him. He gives the best hugs to his foster parents and his teachers at the care institute and plays well with his classmates. Jaylen is also eager to help when tasked with simple jobs within the classroom setting (check out the video below of Jaylen passing out bowls to other children!). He can speak simple words like "mom" and "dad", washes his hands without help, and likes to run (although not as fast as some of his peers). Jaylen is polite and will sign "thank you" after receiving help. Some of his favorite activities include playing with blocks and playing group games with other children. Full referral information is available for Jaylen upon request. Please contact your local worker or your global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Cora is a shy but friendly child who gets along well with other children. She is able to speak with her caregivers and understands simple instructions from them. She expresses herself through her words and can use full sentences when she interacts with others. Though her mobility is limited due to her medical diagnoses, Cora's fine motor skills are strong, and she enjoys drawing and building things, in addition to looking at picture books. Cora would love to be part of a family where she receives the loving care and nurturing of her parents! Full referral information is available for Cora upon request. Please contact your local worker or your Global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

In an update from his caregivers in June 2018, they shared: "Currently, Ishmael is able to walk, run, and jump. He can make sounds and is able to say “Baba”, “Mama” and some simple name of his friends. He can feed himself and is able to wear shoes or pants." Ishmael is a quiet, well-behaved little boy who loves to play outside. He can stand for a long time with his hands holding something for support, feed himself with his fingers, and imitate simple words. He is always happy to see his nannies, and when one of them holds him, he wraps his arms around her neck and wants to be held longer. Ishmael is described as a sweet boy who gets along well with the other children. He would benefit from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. Ishmael is living with Down Syndrome and is part of the Bamboo Project developed by Bethany Christian Services. The Bamboo Project allows families access to special grants, such as Bethany's Caring Connections, along with other external grants, and networks of adoptive families that have adopted a child living with Down Syndrome. We have more to share about Ishmael and our Bamboo Project. If you are interested in learning more, please contact your local adoption specialist and global specialist today! * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Neville is a bright, social, and active boy who is always smiling! Some of his favorite activities include coloring, drawing (especially suns and moons!) playing with Leggos and rubber balls, and watching cartoons on TV. His language, cognitive, and motor skill development are on track for his age. As a treat, Neville enjoys chocolate, biscuits, and fruit puree! Neville was visited by Bethany Staff and families during the Lotus Trip this past October. Check out the video they recorded of Neville jumping, climbing, playing with friends, and being just plain cute in front of the camera! According to an update in November 2017 Neville is in the second grade. His major subjects are Chinese and Math. He enjoys drawing, physical education, and music lessons. He likes playing on the slide or going to the amusement park and is fond of zebras and dinosaurs. His favorite color is red. Full referral information is available for Neville upon request. Please contact your local adoption specialist or your Global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Samuel is a shy child with a quick smile who gets along well with the other children. He enjoys playing with balls and swinging, and he likes to play hide and seek. Samuel may be a budding musician; he’s shown a keen interest in the electric piano and laughs aloud at the sound when he plays the keys! Samuel would benefit from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. Samuel is living with Down syndrome and is part of the Bamboo Project developed by Bethany Christian Services. The Bamboo Project allows families to connect with special grants, such as caring connections and external grants, and networks of post adopt families that have adopted a child living with Down syndrome. We have more to share about Samuel and our Bamboo Project. If you are interested in learning more, please contact your local adoption specialist and global specialist today! * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Jason has a light-hearted and gentle presence that brings joy to the other children and his caregivers. He is also described as active, extroverted, and funny. In addition, Jason is fond of building blocks, toy cars, outdoor activities, and sharing his snacks with others. Jason is curious about everything and is a careful observer in new situations. He is developing at the same rate as his peers and goes to preschool, where he has learned names of colors, the numbers 1-10, and many songs. He also likes to perform the Gangnam style of dance when asked. Our October 2016 Lotus trip participants recently had the chance to meet and get to know Jason. They found him to be a typical, active child and learned while at the orphanage that his best friend is a child being adopted by a Bethany family. We are now eager to find Jason a loving family that can help him stay in touch with his friend once they are both in the U.S.! Full referral information is available for Jason upon request. Please contact your local adoption specialist or your Global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.

Kylie is an introverted girl who becomes more active in a familiar environment. She resides with her foster family, who has cared for her since she was a year old, and attends the community's local school, where she currently studies in the 7th grade. While we do not have information on her current grades, we know that she earned an A in English in the 5th grade and at that time had a broad vocabulary in areas like colors, animals, and weather. She is respectful of her teachers and follows the rules, and she is reportedly popular with both teachers and other children. In her free time, Kylie enjoys playing games on the computer, cell phone, and iPad. Kylie would greatly benefit from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. Our October 2016 Lotus trip participants recently had the chance to meet and get to know Kylie. She was easily able to focus on activities like Legos and puzzles, and she caught on quickly to the game UNO. The team greatly enjoyed spending time with her and is happy to share a bit more about their experience with Kylie with any interested families. Full referral information is available for this child upon request. Please contact your local adoption specialist or your Global worker if you are interested in this child. * Please note that not all children on Bethany’s waiting child site are exclusive to Bethany. Due to our passion for the children we serve and the complexities of the shared list, we may choose to continue to advocate for a child after our agency’s period of exclusivity is expired and that child has returned to the shared list. In these cases, we may be unable to confirm the child’s “waiting” status until a family desires to move forward. We will always do our best to inform an inquiring family if a child is no longer exclusive to Bethany so that they can determine if they are emotionally prepared for the risk the child may no longer be available for adoption once they are ready to move forward.