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.

Hector is an energetic boy who is closest to his caregivers. He loves playing on the swings and with any type of musical toy. Hector has good physical development, and is very engaged in his play. This child would benefit/thrive from a resourceful family that would be able to provide love, care, and support. Full referral information is available for this child upon request. This child's file has been returned to a "shared list", accessible by all agencies, but due to our partnership with his orphanage, we continue to advocate in search of a family. Please contact your local or your Global worker if you are interested in this child, and we will verify that he is still available for adoption. * 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.

Almost nothing can put a damper on little Aiden's playful and sunny personality! Aiden is over very easy going; he sleeps and eats very well and is easily entertained (he especially loves watching the birds when taken outside to play). During bath time, Aiden loves to make a mess by slashing his nannies and then laughing hysterically! At this time, Aiden can roll over on his own, and sit up against a support, crawl, move his upper body well and kicks his legs. Aiden is very verbal and likes to imitate words and sounds. Full referral information is available for Aiden 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. 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.

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. 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.

Little Zion is described by his caregivers as a cute and active boy who has exceptionally bonded with those he interacts with on daily basis in the care center. Playing outside and making music with his rattle are two things Zion enjoys. At this time his motor skills are age-appropriate for his diagnosis: he can hold head up while lying on stomach, roll over without help, identify source of nearby sounds, and grasp object with both hands. Zion 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 Zion 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.

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.

This cutie is noted to be active, adaptive, and outgoing by his foster parents, to whom he shows great affection. Some of Jadan's interests include riding bikes, jumping rope, playing with toy cars, and singing! He is also easy- going and will offer to share his toys and food with the other children in the home. Right now, Jaden is learning basic English at school. Jadan would greatly benefit from a family who is also active and able to provide him with the love and support he needs! 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.

Harvey is a quiet, introverted child. Harvey would dance with joy when he was happy and imitated words said by others. Attached to his caregivers, he loves to be cuddled. He has a ready smile, gets along well with other children, and loves listening to music and playing with toys. Harvey 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. This child's file is currently on a "shared list", accessible by multiple agencies, but due to our partnership with Harvey's orphanage, we continue to advocate in search of a family. Please contact your local adoptions specialist or your Global worker if you are interested in this child, and we will verify that he is still available for adoption. * 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.