Adopt from China

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.

Evan is an active, energetic little boy who gets along well with the other children. His grin can light up the room, and he shakes his body back and forth when happy. Evan sits to play with toys and loves being outside. Bethany staff met briefly with this sweet little boy in July 2014. Evan would benefit from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. 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.

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.

Camden is energetic and adored by everyone at the care center! Drinking milk, spending time outdoors and observing nature, summertime baths, as well as receiving cuddles from the nannies make this little boy especially happy. Camden is not crawling yet, but likes to grab for toys and objects. He will engage with toys (especially the stacking-rings and musical teddy bear). Camden also visually follows moving toys and the movement of others in the room . He babbles when excited and giggles often. Camden also responds to his name and understands simple directions given by adults, responding through facial expression and body language. Full referral information is available for Camden 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.

Thomas is a loving boy who enjoys being held by his teacher and caretakers. He gets along well with his classmates. He understands simple instructions and can climb up and down stairs while holding his teacher's hand. His fine motor skills are progressing, as he is able to hold his glass to drink water, and can stack blocks and string together big beads. His speech is also beginning to emerge as he can call "Mom." Thomas would thrive in a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. Thomas 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 Thomas 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.

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.

Victor is an optimistic child who enjoys playing with Legos. He has been living with a foster family since 2012, and has made great progress in their care. Victor can run, kick balls, and jump rope, and he enjoys playing with other children. He communicates fluently with others and reportedly uses polite language well. In 2014, Victor began attending school; he is now in grade 2, where he is learning to write Chinese, perform double-digit addition and subtraction, and to speak some basic English. Victor would greatly benefit from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. 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.

Caregivers describe Ollie as an energetic and adaptable boy who is always eager to play! His cognitive development is on track for his age; he understands and follows through when given directions, voices his wants and needs in full sentences, and knows his colors. His gross motor skills are good and he is able to complete some fine motors skills such as stacking blocks despite some digit deformities. Although he can be a bit shy around strangers initially, Ollie is a definite people person and his favorite activities include playing "hide and seek" and other games with other kids. He likes spending time with the nannies, too. Ollie also enjoys reading picture book and playing his toy cars. Full referral information is available for Ollie 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.

Phoenix is social 20- month- old boy who loves attention and exploring the world around him, both indoors and outdoors! Currently, he can turn overly freely and sit without help (but needs the support of his two hands). Phoenix gets excited when he hears his name and loves interacting with his caregivers; he babbles and also imitates words he hears. Like an boy his age, Phoenix loves toys and his favorite to play with is his ball. Full referral information is available for Phoenix 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.