Waiting Children at a Glance
If you are interested in adopting one of these children or would like more information, please contact Diakon Adoption and Foster Care at one of our local offices or visit the Pennsylvania Adoption Exchange Website at www.adoptpakids.org
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Kevin, 14
Type of Family Sought: Kevin is autistic and will need full time support and care throughout his life. All families will be considered for Kevin. He is not yet legally free for adoption.
Interests: Kevin is a happy teenage boy who will brighten any home. He enjoys watching television and bouncing on exercise balls. During the summer, Kevin loves swimming. He is in an autistic support classroom and likes playing with other children.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Catherine, 12
Type of Family Sought: Catherine enjoys singing, doing crafts, reading and writing. She describes herself as funny, sarcastic, artistic and unique! Catherine would like to one day perform on stage or become a FBI agent. She enjoys learning and does well in school.
Interests: Catherine has been through a lot and would like a family who will listen to her, support her, and make her feel safe. She would love siblings and pets! All families will be considered. Catherine is not yet legally free for adoption.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Timothy, 16
Type of Family Sought: Timothy is open to all types of families and is looking forward to meeting his forever family. All families will be considered. Timothy is not yet legally free for adoption.
Interests: Timothy is an energetic young man with a huge smile. He describes himself as funny and active. He enjoys cooking, running, playing video games, bike riding and fishing. Timothy is also an avid reader and enjoys series books, especially Tom Clancy books.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Derek, 14
Type of Family Sought: Derek wants a family who will be loving and supportive no matter what. He would love to have brothers and sisters and says he enjoys babysitting. Derek responds best to a good routine and structure. All families will be considered for Derek. He is not yet legally free for adoption.
Interests: Derek is an athletic young man who enjoys playing football, basketball and baseball. His favorite football teams are the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers; his favorite player is Michael Vick. Derek would like to play sports in school and is looking for a family who will encourage him down that path and cheer him on. Derek enjoys all animals, especially cats and dogs. He says he would like to live in a rural area. Aside from sports, some of Derek's other favorite activities include reading Goosebumps books, playing video games on the computer and spending time on Facebook (with supervision, of course).
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
Elizabeth, 14
Type of Family Sought: Elizabeth needs a home that is going to provide her with love, support and guidance. She struggles with trusting adults so she needs someone that will have patience and give her the space and time she needs to work through her insecurities. All families will be considered for Elizabeth. She is not yet legally free for adoption.
Interests: Elizabeth is a quiet young lady who warms up to you as she gets to know you. She enjoys school and does very well in her classes. She excels in math and is placed in an advanced math class. Elizabeth also enjoys participating in the school chorus. She likes watching movies and her favorite actor is Hugh Grant. Her favorite television show is Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and her favorite episode of the series is the musical episode. Elizabeth likes eating at McDonald's and the fish sandwich meal is her favorite item on the menu.
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
Bradly, 13
Type of Family Sought: Bradly would do best in a two parent family. He states that he would like to have siblings who will hang out with him and do things with him like riding bikes. He would also really like to have pets. He enjoys any attention he receives and responds very well to one on one attention. All families will be considered.
Interests: Bradly is a very funny and energetic young man. He is very easy to talk to and enjoys conversations. He does struggle with attachment and accepting responsibility. He enjoys riding his bike, and being active. He likes soccer and baseball and he loves bowling. Bradly likes playing the Wii and going to the movies. His favorite movies of all times are Fast and Furious, Mortal Combat and Never Back Down.
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
James, 18
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered for James. James is looking for a family who will support him in becoming more independent.
Interests: James is an inquisitive young man who enjoys being outside and learning how things work. He also enjoys video games and riding his bike. James is currently enrolled in a special education classroom. One day he is hoping to become a mechanic and buy his very own truck!
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Richard, 17
Type of Family Sought: Richard would do best with a family with parenting experience with no younger children or pets. All families will be considered.
Interests: Richard is a talkative young man with a sharp sense of humor. He loves to play sports, especially basketball, football, and soccer. He has even completed 2 half-marathons! Richard is also a talented artist with an expansive collection of his own artwork. He is hoping to go to college and become a nurse.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Joseph, 14
Type of Family Sought: Joseph would do best in a family that has parenting experience. All families will be considered.
Interests: Joseph is an enthusiastic and active young man who enjoys a variety of activities. He loves to play basketball, soccer, and football, and also likes using magic model clay, sketching, and coloring. His favorite TV shows are Avatar the Last Airbender and Dragon Ball Z. He is currently placed in full time emotional support and learning support classes, and does well with lots of structure and support.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Rick, 11
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered who will allow Rick to maintain contact with his sister.
Interests: Rick is a quiet, pleasant, and laid back 11 year old boy. He is very friendly and gets along with others very well. Recently Rick has become very interested in the performing arts and enjoys singing for others. Rick loves the idea of having his own forever family.
Please Contact
Helene Kosciolek
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1564
kosciolekh@diakon.org
Tyler, 15
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. Tyler would like to find a family that has a farm or lives near the woods. He would also like to have an older sibling to look up to.
Interests: Tyler is an energetic young man who enjoys being in the woods and looking for fossils. He is also interested in geology. Tyler likes going to school and playing video games.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
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Danny, 9
Type of Family Sought: Due to regular visits with members of his birth family, Danny is looking for a family who will be able to accommodate these visits in eastern Pennsylvania.
Interests: Danny is a friendly and happy 9-year-old boy. He loves the story of the Titanic and history books in general. Danny will want to explain his history lessons to you as he is very excited by these stories and wants to share his excitement! Danny is in special education and has an IEP for his learning disability but he is doing VERY well in his current classroom. Danny has soft palate/cleft palate issues. Recently, he has had surgeries to correct these problems. He most likely will need ongoing medical monitoring including speech therapy and check-ups. Danny is not yet legally free for adoption.
Please Contact
AJ Zehner
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1497
zehnera@diakon.org
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Cassidy, 16
Type of Family Sought: Cassidy would like a family who is very family-oriented. She enjoys helping out around the house. She also has visits with her older brother. All families will be considered. Cassidy is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Cassidy is a feminine, friendly, outgoing teen with a great sense of humor. She enjoys singing, dancing, swimming, and jumping on a trampoline. Shopping is also a favorite activity, as well as modeling any purchases afterwards. Cassidy further does well in her special education classes.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Zackery, 15
Type of Family Sought: Zackery would benefit from a loving, structured home setting with clear expectations and boundaries. All families will be considered. He is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Zackery is a young man who's friendly and caring. He is active and enjoys wrestling and basketball. He is also mechanically inclined; he loves anything related to cars and engines. Zackery further does well in school. He has been on the honor roll.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
David, 16
Type of Family Sought: David is open to many different types of families. He would prefer both a mom and dad; however, he is willing to consider a single parent. He would also like siblings, especially younger siblings. He would prefer to stay in the Philadelphia area. He likes dogs and cats. He would like an active family and one who travels and attends church. David's family also needs to allow him to stay connected to important people in his life, such as his birth mother and foster mother.
Interests: David is funny, nice and has a good personality. When he is happy, he is usually smiling, laughing or making a joke. Other people who describe him state he is a good debater and can color well. He has many different interests including sports, arts and crafts, and playing the drums. He enjoys all kinds of sports: football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and kickball. He also likes to ride his bike. He is a HUGE Philadelphia sport fan. When he grows up, he hopes to either play professional sports or work at Foot Locker.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Tayron, 13
Type of Family Sought: Tayron is in need of a forever family; one that can provide specific medical care for him and one that can help him reach his full potential in life. Tayron will require skilled nursing care and the family must participate in specific training with his current medical facility. Tayron would like to maintain connections with the staff at his home. He is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Tayron is a bright 13 year old with a BIG personality. He has such a zest for life and enjoys talking to people about all kinds of topics. He is also one big Philadelphia sports fan! He has had the pleasure of meeting several Phillies players and enjoys talking about his experiences. Tayron is currently in the 5th grade and reads at a 3rd grade level. His favorite subjects are math and science. He enjoys videos and books about sports. His favorite color is green! Tayron has significant medical challenges and is residing in a residential facility that is equipped to meet his medical needs. He is in a wheelchair during most of the day as he is not able to voluntarily move his muscles. He is fed through G-tube and has a tracheostomy, but is not currently vent dependent.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Michael, 12
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered for Michael. He would like to stay in touch with his grandmother, uncle, and brother. He is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Michael has a great smile, loves to sing and enjoys being around other children. He also loves cars and especially watching out the window for cars, buses and trucks. He enjoys looking at books and naming objects he sees. He enjoys going out in the community to places such as Walmart, shopping, or the mall. On the other hand, he requires a lot of close supervision though, as he tends to be unaware of dangers at home and in the community. He thrives on a structured schedule, with clear rules and boundaries and positive reinforcement. He also responds best to short, clear instructions delivered in a calm manner. Finally, he is open to learning through teachable moments.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Yesali, 12
Type of Family Sought: Yesali is open to all types of families. She desires a family who will take her to the playground. She is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Yesali is affectionate and friendly to those she knows. People who know her describe her as playful, funny, and caring. She also enjoys playing with children of all ages. Her favorite activities are to play with her dolls or stuffed animals, as well as play "Princess." She has an active imagination. Her favorite color is pink. She enjoys watching cartoons, especially Sponge Bob Square Pants and Elmo. She is diagnosed with mental retardation and is in a life skills classroom at school.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Shante, 15
Type of Family Sought: Shante is open to different types of families, as well as having siblings. She would do well with older siblings who could be good role models to her. She would like her family to allow her to have a cat because she used to have a gray cat named Lila (from the Lion King).
Interests: Shante is a sweet, quiet girl. She describes herself as pretty and smart. She enjoys listening to music, especially Justin Bieber. She also enjoys drawing pictures, dancing, and Elmo. She enjoys going places such as swimming and amusement parks and riding the roller coasters, carousel and tea cups. She enjoys sports and her favorite team is the Philadelphia Eagles. Her favorite shows to watch are Sponge Bob and Dora. Her favorite colors are pink and purple. Her favorite foods are macaroni and cheese, chicken, hamburgers, cornbread, and hot dogs.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Joshua, 19
Type of Family Sought: Joshua would do well with a family who offers structure and consistent supervision. Joshua should be the only or youngest child in the home. All families will be considered for Joshua. He is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Joshua is a very sweet and polite young man who enjoys drawing and art activities as well as watching adventure movies. His favorite movies are "Spiderman" and "Superman." He also enjoys playing football in the gym at school. His new fascination is with photography. Joshua is diagnosed with autism and has mild to moderate intellectual limitations. He is independent with personal hygiene, is very verbal, and he loves to do chores and completes them to near perfection.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Toby, 16
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Toby is a very intelligent young man with a promising future. His favorite activities include drawing, origami, reading, riding bikes, and playing video games. Toby is mechanically minded and enjoys taking things apart to learn how they work. Toby would like to be an Aero Space Engineer when he grows up.
Please Contact
Helene Kosciolek
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1564
kosciolekh@diakon.org
Shane, 13
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Shane is a very outgoing young man with a bright, beautiful smile. Shane enjoys singing, dancing, spending time with friends, photography, and learning about fashion. Shane also enjoys listening to music and writing song lyrics and beats. His favorite artist is Rihanna and dreams of seeing her in concert some day.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Tymiene, 13
Type of Family Sought: Tymiene would like to have a two parent family or a family with a mom only. He would like to have older children than himself in his forever home, but not more than four! Tymiene wants to maintain contact with his siblings after placement, so a "forever family" would need to be open to that communication.
Interests: Tymiene is a 13 year old with an infectious smile! His face lights up when he speaks to you and his warmth readily draws you into his conversation. He is inquisitive, observant, not to mention articulate. Tymiene enjoys learning about others, himself, and the world around him. He is a die-hard Sixers fan, but is opening himself up to other sports as well. He likes to draw, do puzzles and read. He enjoys animals and would love to have a dog in his future home.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Aliyah, 13
Type of Family Sought: Aliyah would do best placed in a home with a single female parent with no other children. Pets are okay, especially dogs.
Interests: Aliyah is quiet, retrospective and sometimes guarded in her interactions with others. She has difficulty sharing her feelings with others. Her favorite color is red - a very good choice for her. Aliyah describes herself as smart, kind and important. She enjoys reading, drawing, music, dancing, writing poetry, shopping, and going out to eat. Writing in her journal or taking a hot shower are ways that Aliyah is able to destress. She enjoys school and will ask for help if needed, but generally enjoys working alone. Amusement parks, especially roller coasters are a favorite activity for Aliyah. She would like to travel to the state of Virginia for vacation and also Puerto Rico.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Davie, 17
Type of Family Sought: A family with one or two parents would be acceptable to Davie. Other children in the home are also fine.
Interests: Davie is friendly, personable, and caring. He is easy to talk to and sincere in his conversations. Although he is a wonderful young man, he tends to focus on his "negative qualities" a trait he is working on correcting. Davie likes to work outside and thinks he might like to be a landscaper as an adult. He enjoys many foods, including fruits, venison and bear meat and of course chocolate! His favorite color is blue and he likes to play volleyball. Davie has an easy going personality and enjoys teasing with his foster father. Davie is in an emotional support 10th grade classroom.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Elyas, 16
Type of Family Sought: Elyas desires traditional parents, but a single male would be okay too. A strong male role model is ideal. Elyas does fine with children and pets, but he requires attention for himself.
Interests: Elyas is a teen who enjoys the outdoors; he likes camping in the mountains and swimming at the beach. He is also very athletic, and is particularly good at soccer and football. Elyas especially loves skateboarding, listening to music, and tinkering with his remote car. Elyas is very much a typical boy who's active.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
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Robert, 6
Type of Family Sought: Robert prefers a quiet environment. He does best in a calm and structured setting. Robert is not yet legally free for adoption.
Interests: Robert is very friendly, loves music, and being outdoors. Robert is in the first grade and attends an autism support class. He receives 20 hours per month of mobile therapy. Robert enjoys being read to, listening to music, and going for walks. He is able to mimic speech, and relies on gestures in order to communicate his needs.
Please Contact
Melanie Arizmendi
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1433
arizmendim@diakon.org
Shaq, 16
Type of Family Sought: Shaq is looking for a patient family that will love him and teach him what a family is all about. Shaq would fit best in a structured family where he is the only or youngest child.
Interests: Shaq is a friendly and outgoing young man. He describes himself as "a cool guy who is lovable." Shaq loves to sing especially singing along to Big Time Rush. He also enjoys doing art projects, playing board games and riding his bike. Shaq responds very well to verbal praise and loves to show off his work. He responds extremely well to one on one attention.
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
Quinn, 9
Type of Family Sought: Quinn would like to reside in a rural setting, especially on a farm. He is not legally free for adoption and is still visiting weekly with his mother. We are looking for a home for him and his brother Zaid.
Interests: Quinn is in the 4th grade. He does well in school and likes to watch movies, with his favorite being Green Lantern and most westerns. Quinn likes to play pretend, draw, and is musically inclined. He hopes to play in the school band this year. Quinn receives wrap around services for some behavior problems.
Please Contact
Christine Smith Hoh
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1510
smith-hohc@diakon.org
Zaid, 11
Type of Family Sought: Zaid would like to reside in a rural setting. He is not legally free for adoption and is still visiting weekly with his mother. We are looking for a home for him and his brother Quinn.
Interests: Zaid is in the 6th grade. He does well in school and his favorite subject is Geography. He likes to draw, read, explore the outdoors, play basketball, and wants to play football. Zaid receives wrap around services for some behavior problems. He is diagnosed with ADHD, but he is not on any medication. He currently resides in a RTF.
Please Contact
Christine Smith Hoh
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1510
smith-hohc@diakon.org
Alex, 15
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Alex is fascinated with computers and electrical engineering. When the weather is nice, Alex enjoys swimming and riding his bicycle. He enjoys learning new sports and playing catch.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Stefan, 12
Type of Family Sought: Experienced single or two parent family. Stefan needs a family who will be supportive throughout his life and can set clear guidelines he can follow on a daily basis.
Interests: Stefan is loving, energetic, and playful with a big grin and sparkling brown eyes. He enjoys playing with action figures, watching television, and riding his bike.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Jacob, 12
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Jacob enjoys many outdoor activities including fishing, camping, gardening, bicycling and horseback riding. He also likes to cook and build things with his hands. Jacob is interested in learning how to work on cars and he is helpful with chores around the house.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Jessie, 17
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. Jessie would do well with a family that could provide him with a structured environment.
Interests: Jessie is a playful young man with a creative imagination. He enjoys riding his bicycle and being outdoors. Jessie also enjoys hands-on activities. He is described as compassionate and loving. Jessie is responsible for a variety of chores, which include folding his clothes and making his bed.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Aaron, 14
Type of Family Sought: Experienced two parent families. Aaron would like a family that enjoy going on vacations. Aaron should be the youngest child in the family.
Interests: Aaron likes to play outside and is fascinated by electronics. Aaron would do best in a family that is structured and has clear and consistent expectations.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Michael, 14
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. Michael would like a family with a mom and a dad and siblings who are close to his age. He would like to have a dog and a cat.
Interests: Michael's favorite foods are pizza and ice cream. He really likes to play in the snow in the winter. Michael would like to have a job building toys when he gets older.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Crissie, 17
Type of Family Sought: Crissie would like a single female parent or a female couple as parents.
Interests: Crissie is an active teen who would like to explore the world while still sharing time with loved ones. She is determined, creative, and interesting. She especially enjoys dancing and writing.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Chalid, 16
Type of Family Sought: Chalid needs a dedicated and committed family that will encourage him in his future educational pursuits and help him to achieve his full potential. He would do well in a home with other children and pets.
Interests: Chalid is a sweet and well-mannered teenager with a handsome smile and gentle disposition. He enjoys playing football and has been on sports teams in the past where he displays great teamwork. Chalid enjoys caring for animals, hanging out with friends, going to camp, and participating in extracurricular activities. He also likes card tricks! One thing Chalid likes about himself is that he is very "neat and clean"!
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Kane, 15
Type of Family Sought: Kane is looking for a family that makes him feel included and is invested in his future success. He is hoping to find a family that will take him on picnics and fishing. All families will be considered for Kane.
Interests: Kane is an easy going happy guy. He is very friendly and kind. Kane loves to go to yard sales to see if he can find some treasures. He has also expressed an interest in coins. He likes sports and hanging out with his friends. Kane responds very well to verbal praise and to one on one attention. Kane does fair in school and will need to be in a life skills classroom.
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
Jehsus, 15
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Jehsus is bright, engaging, and social. He relates well to adults. He is athletic and enjoys football, wrestling, baseball, and track and field. He has a good sense of humor and likes to make jokes. He enjoys all types of music. His dream is to someday be a Marine.
Please Contact
Helene Kosciolek
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1564
kosciolekh@diakon.org
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Tyler, 15
Type of Family Sought: Tyler would do best in a family with parenting experience and no younger children. All families will be considered.
Interests: Tyler is a unique young man with a kind heart. He really enjoys music, and can play several instruments. He also enjoys writing songs and poems, participating in Boy Scouts, football, hockey, collecting Yu-Gi-Oh cards and being outside. Tyler describes himself as funny, thoughtful, kind, hopeful and brave.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Tylan, 15
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Tylan is a very smart young man who loves sports and being outdoors. He enjoys soccer, basketball, baseball, running, and playing video games. Tylan also likes relaxing and watching movies and TV. Tylan loves to eat and his favorite foods are pizza, macaroni and cheese, and fried okra.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Stephen, 17
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. Stephen is very family oriented and enjoys seeing his extended family. It is important that he continues his relationship with his extended family.
Interests: Stephen is an energetic, friendly young man who enjoys keeping himself busy. He likes playing football, going fishing, watching movies, and music. Stephen thrives being around adults and needs individual attention. He is found to be most successful in a home with structure. He is helpful and enjoys doing chores. Stephen's favorite subjects in school are math and reading. He enjoys participating in community activities.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
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Mark, 17
Type of Family Sought: Mark dreams of having a mom, a dad, and siblings. He would also love to have a dog or a cat. All families will be considered.
Interests: Mark is a bright young man with a vivid imagination and a great sense of humor. He enjoys playing baseball, football, basketball, riding his bike, watching movies, and collecting Transformers. Mark's favorite sports teams are the Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Yankees. Mark is in 10th grade and he enjoys going to school and playing on the baseball team.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Michael, 16
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. Michael would like a family with older brothers and pets.
Interests: Michael is a handsome young man who is very easy to talk to. He enjoys singing and dancing, running track and volunteering in his community. He is especially looking forward to volunteering at an animal shelter. He does very well in school and his favorite subject is history.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Cameron, 11
Type of Family Sought: Cameron generally requires a highly structured environment with limited choices. He enjoys the attention of nurturing parents.
Interests: Cameron is a very active eleven year old boy. He enjoys all sports and loves the outdoors. Cam is finishing a 4th grade partial program. He plays well with peers his age. Cameron also does okay with pets.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Chad, 18
Type of Family Sought: Chad would like a forever family who is nice, friendly and would give him a lot of attention.
Interests: Chad is a young man who loves to laugh and make others laugh. Chad's favorite things to do include going to parks, fishing, playing and watching football, camping, going to the mall, and listening to hip-hop music.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Peter, 15
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. A family will need to feel comfortable being an advocate for Peter's educational needs and medication management.
Interests: Peter is sincere, pleasant, and very anxious to have a family to call his own. He likes to play basketball, football, and most games. He also enjoys music, eating out; especially for Chinese food or pizza!
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Harry, 18
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. Harry is sensitive, caring and needs a family to call his own.
Interests: Harry presents as a quiet, soft-spoken young man who wants everyone to believe he is self-sufficient. Harry enjoys video games, music, particularly rap and spending time with close friends. He loves dogs and has experience taking care of several of them.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Geoff, 14
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered.
Interests: Geoff likes video games, building with Lego's, and rock music. He enjoys BMX trick riding, basketball, and swimming-under water only. His favorite food is chocolate and more chocolate! He enjoys math in school and wants to some day be a forensic scientist. Geoff is very bright and engaging in conversation with others.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Sarah, 20
Type of Family Sought: Very experienced two parent family or Life sharing home.
Interests: Sarah is a very active and talkative girl. Her favorite food is stuffed crust pizza. She likes music and likes to sing. She participates in Special Olympics.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Trevon, 15
Type of Family Sought: Experienced single or two parent family.
Interests: Trevon is a very bright youth who is developmentally on target. He does well academically and enjoys extracurricular activities. He would like to be the youngest child in the family.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Ron, 18
Type of Family Sought: Experienced single or two parent family.
Interests: Ron is an energetic youth who loves to fish and wants to be a hunter. Ron likes science and art in school and likes to play football.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Mark, 18
Type of Family Sought: Experienced families will be considered. Mark is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Mark is an energetic boy who likes reptiles. He likes to eat cupcakes and play video games. Hugs are a favorite as well. Interests include drawing and a passion for animals.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Leila, 12
Type of Family Sought: Leila requires much supervision and direction. She should be the only child in the family, and no pets.
Interests: Leila is a feminine and active girl. She enjoys dancing, craft projects, cooking, and cheerleading. She does well in school.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Nasir, 16
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered for Nasir. His one wish is to be part of a loving family. He stated, "I want a fun, fair, and firm family." He is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Nasir is a pleasant young man with a quiet and calm personality. He is described as active, intelligent, and articulate. Nasir describes himself as being talkative - "a little too much at times." He loves playing video games and is proud of his ability to master new games quickly. Nasir enjoys playing baseball and football with other children in his neighborhood. Nasir has big dreams for his life. He desires to become the second African-American President of the United States. He also wants to join the military when he is older. Nasir wants to own the biggest car ever. He described his dream car as a monster car with wheels like a crane.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Nadir, 14
Type of Family Sought: Nadir would prefer a two-parent home; however, he is willing to consider a single parent. He is open to any race, and wants younger siblings. He would prefer to remain in the greater Philadelphia area. He wants to keep in contact with his grandmother, siblings, and aunt. He does not like other animals, but is okay with families who have snakes, lizards, and big dogs. Nadir is legally free for adoption.
Interests: Nadir is extremely intelligent, has a great sense of humor and likes to tell jokes. He enjoys sports especially playing basketball. He also likes playing video games, spending time with his friends, dancing, and eating pizza. In the future, Nadir wants to be either a football player or a boxer. He is also talented in writing poems, which he uses to express his thoughts and feelings. If he could have three wishes, Nadir would like to be have his own family, be rich, and help those people who have helped him.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Cheilin, 20
Type of Family Sought: Cheilin is open to any type of family; however she would like to remain living in PA. She also desires access to a large city. She is open to any race family, as well as siblings. Due to her respiratory difficulties, she would do better in a family who does not have animals, although she could tolerate non-allergenic pets. She needs a family who can understand her medical needs and can help her care for her physical needs.
Interests: Cheilin is out-going, caring and sensitive to others. She likes her personality and describes herself as funny, bossy, pretty, crazy (in a good way), caring, and helpful. She is girly, fun-loving, compassionate, and a social butterfly. She enjoys hanging out with friends and going to the mall. She also enjoys being pampered, such as having her nails and hair done. She is a fan of movies, especially if it is a horror movie, or from the Twilight series. She wants to be in a "healing" profession; either a nurse or a therapist.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Shani, 17
Type of Family Sought: Shani relates best to females, but will do fine with both a Mom and a Dad. She is okay with pets, but is allergic to long-haired dogs. Children at least 16 years old are preferred in the family.
Interests: Shani is a pleasant, personable 17-year-old young woman who comes to life when you talk to her. She enjoys music, singing, and volleyball. Shani additionally is polite and sensitive to others' feelings. Shani is interested in a nursing career.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Andy, 18
Type of Family Sought: Andy would do well in a family with both a mother and father figure. He especially requires a positive male influence in his life. It would be best for Andy to receive one-on-one attention.
Interests: Andy is a likeable, funny 18 year old who has a variety of interests. He generally enjoys outdoor activities, sports such as swimming, video games, and reading books. Andy is finishing 12th grade learning support/life skill classes. Andy does okay with pets.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Tiffaney, 17
Type of Family Sought: Tiffaney has expressed that she would like a family with both a mother and father. Tiffaney should be the only child or placed with a family with only one other child.
Interests: Tiffaney is an outgoing, friendly teenager who needs a family who will provide her with a lot of love and attention. She enjoys writing, reading, playing with dolls, and arts and crafts. She is intelligent and big-hearted. Tiffaney has a good sense of humor.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Andrew, 11
Type of Family Sought: All families are considered. Andrew would excel in a very structured environment.
Interests: Andrew is a cute little guy who is described as being friendly and kind. He is very quiet and shy until he gets to know you. He communicates well with others and likes to show off his work. He responds very well to verbal praise and one on one attention.
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
Larry, 20
Type of Family Sought: Two-parent or single father. Only or youngest child preferred.
Interests: Larry is a likeable, helpful, outgoing 20 year old. He speaks maturely and directly. He likes sports, and music like Eminem's. Larry has completed 12th grade learning support/life skills classes. He's looking to the future and a possible career in landscaping or auto detailing.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Casey, 14
Type of Family Sought: Two-parent or single father. Only or youngest child preferred.
Interests: Casey is a handsome young man with blonde hair and blue eyes. He likes to ride his bike, play with his cars, and absolutely loves NASCAR. Casey is mild MR and does well in a highly structured and routine environment.
Please Contact
Amanda Sevison
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6427 ext. 610
asevison@e-csc.org
Chance, 14
Type of Family Sought: Two-parent or single father. Only or youngest child preferred.
Interests: Chance is a very charismatic young boy who enjoys playing video games and watching court TV. He also likes to play outside and read. His favorite food is macaroni and cheese. He is a very smart young man and extremely quick on his toes.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org
Tyler, 16
Type of Family Sought: A loving, stable family that will provide Tyler with a lot of structure and attention is needed.
Interests: Tyler is a talented artist who loves to draw. He enjoys playing sports such as basketball and is very good at it! He also likes computer and video games. Tyler enjoys learning new things in school.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Franklin, 13
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered, however his forever family should be able to advocate for his needs.
Interests: Franklin is a sweet boy who loves to do puzzles, swim, play games, build with blocks, and Legos. He loves animals and would enjoy learning how to care for and interact with them. Franklin appreciates structure and routine and relates best to adults who are clear with him and kind.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Blake, 14
Type of Family Sought: Blake would do best in a family with parenting experience and no younger children. All families will be considered.
Interests: Blake is an outgoing young man who is very polite and well mannered. Blake enjoys being active and likes playing baseball, football, basketball, and swimming. Blake also loves to do puzzles and make string bracelets. He would like to be a mechanic or carpenter when he grows up. He loves school and learning new things.
Please Contact
Kathryn Juliana
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter
(717) 795-0479
julianak@diakon.org
Dominick, 16
Type of Family Sought: Dominick is in need of a loving and supportive family that will be a strong advocate for him.
Interests: Dominick is a very outgoing and engaging young man who loves to be busy and active. He is a biracial boy with a light brown complexion and big brown eyes. His hair is short, curly, and dark brown. Dominick can be described as enthusiastic and demonstrates a true excitement for life. Dominick is very social and loves to play with toys. Once Dominick gets to know you, he is eager to show you his talents and make you laugh. Dominick enjoys playing basketball, football, and video games. He also enjoys collecting Pokemon cards, but his favorite activity by far is eating.
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Tyler, 18
Type of Family Sought: All families will be considered. An ideal family would set a routine for Tyler and have clear expectations for him.
Interests: Tyler is a fun young man who enjoys laughing. Tyler enjoys watching comedy movies and television shows. Tyler's other pastime interests include listening to music, reading books, playing board games, camping and swimming. Tyler does well in school and is proud of his grades.
Please Contact
Marian Kolcun
Children’s Service Center
(570) 825-6425
mkolcun@e-csc.org
Shawn, 15
Type of Family Sought: All families are considered
Interests: Shawn enjoys playing basketball, football, wrestling, golf and track. He also loves to play video games. His favorite subjects in school are handwriting and math. His favorite animals are dogs.
Please Contact
Karen Knodel
Bethanna
(215) 355-6500 x 193
kknodel@bethanna.org
Robby, 17
Type of Family Sought: Robby would like a family with a mom and dad and he would prefer to be an only child. He would like to stay in the Philadelphia area. He would like his family to have pets, specifically a dog. He wants his family to play cards with him and to take him camping. He would also like his family to know how to play video games with him and play football.
Interests: Robby is quiet, shy, and takes a while to warm up to new people. He seems to be fairly analytical and likes strategies, especially when playing games. He enjoys playing his Xbox 360. His favorite game on 360 is Saints Row, the third. He also enjoys listening to music, especially R & B, Rap and Hip Hop. He enjoys playing football and basketball. When he grows up he wants to become a mechanic. If he could have three wishes, he would wish for: A family, have contact with his birth family, and "to have a good life, to not get angry anymore."
Please Contact
Marcia Moll
Diakon Adoption & Foster Care
(610) 682-1257
mollm@diakon.org
Tyler, 19
Type of Family Sought: All families are considered.
Interests: Tyler has a great sense of humor and loves to joke around. He makes friends easily and carries on a good conversation. His favorite subjects are math and art. In his free time he likes to play computer games.
Please Contact
Russ McCurdy
Project STAR
(412) 244-3083
rum@the-institute.org