Brittany's Hope Foundation :: Waiting Children

This is a cute boy who loves to be held and hugged by his caretakers. He is always smiling and his bright and cheerful personality has made him a favorite of the staff. He was born premature, with a low birth weight, and was relinquished into care that day. He has cerebral palsy, and developmental delays. He can crawl very fast, stand with support, and walk in a walker. His legs are weak and rigid, but he is said to try hard to keep up with his peers. He receives physical therapy, which has helped increase his flexibility. He knows his name, is learning new words, and can name several other children and caregivers. He has good eye contact, and when spoken to, he responds in smiles and tries to respond with words. He can easily hold on to toys, and feed himself. He follows simple instructions like "comb your hair" or "cover your mouth when you cough". He is described as having a "gentle character", visitors are drawn to his charismatic personality. He waits for a family who is comfortable with his delays, and has the resources he needs for his cerebral palsy.

WHFC-369 is described as an active and friendly child. She was born full term by C-Section weighing 2.7 kg. She has dysmorphic features and delayed developmental milestones. Her speech is delayed due to a high arch palate and she is receiving occupational speech therapy. WHFC-369 is described as very tender, gentle and affectionate. She loves to physically be near her caregivers and enjoys giving hugs to anyone who needs one. Her caregivers say she is smart and while she can't vocalize clearly, she does understand what is being said to her.

This sweet little boy was born weighing approximately 2.900 kgs. A physical exam in June 2006 noted that he had multiple cafe au lait spots on his body. The child's birth mother has neurofibromatosis and therefore it is possible that he will develop the disorder in the future.

WHFC-371 is described as an intelligent little girl who enjoys school. She looks forward to dancing, singing and playing games with her friends at school and she smiles often. She has strong social skills and is very good at understanding others, sharing and cooperation. She is also helpful to the caretakers. WHFC-371 has a glycogen storage disorder, for which she is not currently taking medication. She has some difficulty with bladder control due to this condition. As of June 2006, WHFC-371 weighed 19 kilos and 700 grams; her height was 114 cm., and her head circumference was 49.5.

WHFC-373 is a happy and extroverted child. She is described as cooperative and social. She has spastic diplegia, right eye squint, delayed developmental milestones and mental retardation. She is able to walk in a straight line with assistance. Additional information is available on this sweet little girl.

This little girl was found outside of the orphanage on March 21, 2001. She was diagnosed with Hepatitis B. At 2 to 3 years of age it was noticed that she was closed off and refused to talk to others. She wanted to play alone and restricted herself to only certain activities and toys. When they tried to change her environment or encourage her to participate in group activities she was unwilling to comply. As a result the special education teacher gave her special guidance. Gradually her temperament improved and she started to play with other kids. After turning 5 years old her personality improved and she began to play with her close friends. They would play blocks together. She can dress and undress, eat and go to the bathroom by herself. She imitates others doing exercises. She enjoys going outside. Following a caretaker she can go up and down the stairs and play on the swings and slide with other kids. She understands adult words and gestures and can complete various requested tasks. She is still not very good at expressing herself, other than some simple phrases she is unwilling to talk much. She has a bright smile and is now quite active and has a variety of facial expressions.

Born in January 1998, this little boy entered the orphanage on August 27, 1998. When he was eight months old he was diagnosed with double lip cleft. He is also diagnosed with cryptorchidism which is an undescended testicle. He had surgery to repair his cleft in February/March 2001. The right lip became infected and cleft again. A second surgery was performed to repair the right cleft on September 20, 2003 and this surgery was a success. As of one year ago he was 104.5 cm tall and weighed 16.8 kg. He is described as being intellectually behind his age.

This lovely girl was born on 05/21/2005. She giggles often when she is happy. She loves going outdoors to play. She is very well attached to her foster mother and enjoys spending time with her. She likes to listen to music. She is diagnosed with nystagmus in both eyes. This does not appear to affect her development. She is very mobile and active.

He was found abandoned in October of 2000 under a highway overpass. The police confirmed he was abandoned and took him to the orphanage the same day. Upon entering the orphanage he was found to be very weak and became sick easily. When he arrived at the orphanage he weighed 6.6 pounds, measured 19.7 inches long, his head and chest both measured 13.4 inches. He was diagnosed with a deformed right leg, web fingers on his left hand, cryptochidism (undescended testicle) and underweight. He was placed in a foster home on November 26, 2002. Five months after entering the orphanage he was improving and much stronger. After seven months he could say daddy and mommy and after ten months he could move easily will sitting on a chair and say sister and brother. When he was 1 year and 5 months old he seemed very smart and had a good memory. At his last exam on July 19, 2005 he weighed 27.6 pounds and was 39 inches tall. He currently has a prosthesis for his leg. He is described as an active and energetic child. He likes to sing and talk. He is outgoing and gets along well with other children. He likes to read picture books and play with toys.

He was found abandoned in a parking lot in January 2006. A red note stating his birth date was found with him. He was brought to the orphanage that same day. At 11 days old he weighed 6.6 pounds, measure 19.3 inches long, his head measured 19.3 inches and his chest measured 12.6 inches. He was missing his left arm with only a small finger in its place. It was also determined that his heart is on the right side of his chest cavity but is otherwise healthy. He also has deformities in his thoracic vertebra. He is currently healthy and developmentally on track for his age. At his last exam on November 24, 2006 he weighed 15.4 pounds and was 25.2 inches long. He is described as being outgoing and loves to smile. He likes to play with toys and can crawl and turn over in bed. He recognizes some adult facial expressions and he can feed himself crackers. He has a good appetite and has been growing well.

This little boy was found abandoned at a senior's home in July 2006, and was taken to the orphanage the same day he was found. Upon examination, it was determined that he had double lower limb knee joints and double upper limb elbow joints. This results in deformities in both his lower arms and legs and the inability for his lower arms and legs to stretch. Otherwise he is healthy and normal. At his last exam on November 23, 2006 he weighed 10.8 pounds and was 20.1 inches long. He is described as an active baby who likes to laugh. He recognizes voices and turns when he hears his name. He will occasionally respond with an "oh-oh" when he hears his name. He likes to be outside and to have the caretakers play with him. He is on a regular schedule and is developing normally.

Little Robinson has congenital heart disease and a tumor located near his heart vessel. A doctor has been unable to pinpoint the prognosis of the tumor. Despite these problems, Robinson is an otherwise healthy boy who is rarely ill. He is outgoing and laughs often. He loves to play with other children and dance to music. Robinson waits for a family that is open to the unknowns of his medical condition.

This little guy is reported to be a happy and calm child. He can roll from front to back and sit alone steadily. He giggles when his caregivers play with him, and he can say "Baba." He loves to be held by his caregivers, and listening to music. An ultrasound examination on March 21, 2006 showed he had retrolental fibroplasias in both eyes. He is completely blind in both eyes. This little guy would do best with a family who is open to some unknowns.

This cute little guy is described as an outgoing and clever child, who loves to please others and dance to music. On his right hand, he is missing radius and thumb, and has dysfunction of his hand. On his left hand he has polydactyly of his thumb, and syndactyly of the index and middle fingers. His favorite activity is playing on the slide and playing with his toy car. It is reported that he has a "wry" head. He is said to have an excellent appetite. This little guy can go up and down stairs without help, jump with both feet, and stand on one foot for two seconds! In a report from July 2006, it was noted that he could speak a sentence with four Chinese characters, play alone, go to the bathroom without help, and feed himself. This boy needs a loving family who has the resources he needs.

This sweet boy has environmental hearing nerves damage, as reported on 8/1/01. In September of 2002, a hearing test showed his left ear ABR = 70dB, right ear = no response. A hearing aid was recommended and provided at that time. He is a very active child who loves fishing, puzzles, and going outside. He communicates by using gestures and can understand simple orders such as pick up the toys.

He was found abandoned in a flea market in April 2006 and taken to the orphanage the same day after it was determined that he was truly an orphan. His birth date was set in October 2005. When he arrived at the orphanage he weighed 10.8 pounds and was 23.6 inches long. His head and chest both measured 15.4 inches. Upon exam it was determined that he had a cleft palate, cleft lip and was Hepatitis B positive. At his last exam on February 8, 2007 he weighed 19.2 pounds and was 29.8 inches. On September 29, 2006 he underwent surgery to repair his cleft palate and cleft lip. Both surgeries were successful and he recovered fully.

This little girl was born in August of 2001. In preschool she has learned to count form one to ten and can write the numbers 1 and 2. She can recognize a dozen Chinese characters and almost write her own name. She likes to draw, write, and watch TV. She has a good appetite and likes a drink of milk when she gets up every morning. She is especially interested in dance and has asked her foster mom to take her to learn Latin dance. She has a strong desire to learn everything she can.

This cutie pie was born in January 2003 with a cleft lip and palate, which have since been repaired. At her last exam on March 2, 2007 she weighed 24.3 pounds and was 35.8 inches tall. She is considered developmentally behind in her height and weight. She has a good daily routine and was moved to a foster home in May 2006. Initially she rejected everyone at the foster home but she now enjoys playing with the older brother and sister and has attached to everyone in the family. Her speech is delayed and when she first learned to talk she would not open her mouth so had a very nasal quality to her speech. She is in a special class at the orphanage to help her with her speech delays. She is unable to feed herself and will hold food in her mouth for awhile before swallowing. She sleeps through the night and can ask her foster mother to help her when she needs to go to the bathroom. They describe her as having a beautiful smile!

Christopher was born in November 2001. He sustained scarring burns over his face and body, and his fingers were burned off. He needs a loving family with access to the medical care and physical rehabilitation he needs. His fees have been reduced, and there is an additional $5,000 grant available from the adoption agency.

Born in December 1998, this boy has a great smile! He is an 8 � year old boy who has burns covering 28% of his body due to a fire at his home. He's had ongoing medical issues related to his burns. He was reported to have extension of contracture of both feet and a need for possible release of contractures. He had surgery on his foot in October 2006. JJ needs a family with access to the medical care and physical rehabilitation he needs. His agency fees have been reduced.

This pretty little girl came into care shortly after her birth in October 2003. At 4 months old, doctors determined that she had congenital blindness and optic atrophy. In July 2006, at 33 months, she weighed 10 kg, was 84 cm in length and had a head circumference of 47 cm and a chest circumference of 48 cm. This little girl will do well with a family who can provide for her specialized needs. Her agency fees have been reduced.

Jayjay is a sweet little boy who underwent an operation to correct cataracts on both eyes in November 2005. His speech is limited due to a hearing impairment and he participates in oral retraining therapy as well as physical and occupational therapy to improve his gross motor skills. In April 2006, he weighed 9.7 kg and was 87 cm tall. His agency fees have been reduced.

Joshua is a sweet and lovable child who has some developmental delays. He participates in Physical and Occupational therapy and has shown significant improvement. In Nov 2006 a doctor noted that he had a small head and height and weight were very low percentile and possible ‘failure to thrive’. It was suspected that Joshua had Down Syndrome, but genetic testing in 2005, indicated he did not have the syndrome. He loves to be tickled and play with other children. He can hold a crayon, stack blocks, and understand simple commands such as “throw the ball”. His agency fees have been reduced.

Kierby is an adorable, strong and active little boy who was admitted into care in September 2006. He was born at home, unassisted, in August 2006, weighing 6 lbs. He is currently undergoing treatment for KOCHS II tuberculosis, which will be completed in August 2007. In March 2007, a CT scan was done which revealed a unilateral open-lip schizencephaly, (a congenital brain malformation) which indicates possibility of future cognitive & developmental delay including retardation, seizures, partial or complete paralysis and microcephaly . The doctor recommended PT to improve his motor strength and spasticity and OT for his fine motor skills. His agency fees have been reduced.

Born in 1997, Mark is a determined boy with congenital hearing loss. He communicates through sign language and written words, which he has learned in a school geared towards his needs. He is developmentally delayed and will do well with a family who can communicate in sign language. His caregivers noted that Mark's development improved greatly once he began attending school. His agency fees have been reduced.

Born in 2002, Ram Miguel is a friendly little boy who enjoys listening to nursery rhymes and music. He has Down Syndrome and was admitted to the child caring agency at 1 year and 9 months of age. He does not walk on his own yet, however, he can stand and walk a few steps with assistance. Ram Miguel enjoys playing with toys; he smiles when spoken to and laughs aloud. His agency fees have been reduced.

Born in 2005, this sweet little girl has been diagnosed with Global Developmental Delays. In Feb 2007, Xanadee was walking independently with good balance, she was crawling fast and could move from sitting to standing. She was also showing good progress in her physical therapy and the physical therapist advised continuing PT and introducing OT to manage attention span, tantrums and frustration tolerance. Her agency fees have been reduced.

He was found on June 15, 2005 by a police officer after an emergency call about an abandoned infant in a temple. After the police failed to locate his relatives and confirmed that they child was abandoned and he was brought to the orphanage the same day. His birth date was determined by a note that came with him to be June 12, 2005. He had cleft lips but was otherwise healthy and normal. He had surgery to repair his cleft lip on April 6, 2006 and it was successful. He is described as a well-rounded little boy. He can walk and even stand on tip-toe to reach an object on the table. He was slightly delayed in his gross motor function but after receiving "motion training" he is not developmentally on track. He is not afraid of strangers. He loves to be hugged by the orphanage workers. Under the care of the orphanage workers he is growing up happily and healthily.

He was found at an office on June 15, 1998. He was placed in foster home on that same day after no one claimed him. Between July 19, 1999 and January 19, 2000 he was placed in the orphanage due to a change in orphanage management. He was later returned to the foster family where he still lives today. He was diagnosed with congenital cleft lip and palate. He had surgery to suture his cleft lip and palate and on July 25, 2005 he had an operation of palate fistula. Other than the repaired cleft his is physically and developmentally normal for his age. He is currently enrolled in the local school. The teachers and classmates like him very much. He covers his mouth when he speaks in class due to his abnormal mouth. He gets good grades and finishes his homework on time. He has made many good friends at school and reaches school early every day to help other classmates with the cleaning. He likes to listen to music, sing and dance. He is described as active restless and a little obstinate. He likes the dogs in his foster home. He is brave and did really well when he had his palate surgery. He helps his "grandma and grandpa" at home with simple housework and looking after the other kids. They describe him as very sensible and often does not spend his 2 Yuan for lunch and will give it back to grandpa when he gets home.

He was found abandoned at the gate of the orphanage on February 28, 2004. It was determined by his physical development that his birth date was September 1, 2001. When he entered the orphanage he was diagnosed with congenital left equinovarus. When he came into the orphanage the doctors determined that he had missed the best opportunity to repair the equinovarus and even if he underwent surgery he would not reach the most positive target. In order to give him the best opportunity doctors performed an operation on May 15, 2004 to lengthen his left Achilles tendon, fuse three of his joints and he had a round osseous point internal fixation surgery. The surgery went well and he went for rehabilitation and massage after to help him walk. He walks normally now and likes gymnastics. He is described as a shy and good boy who gets affection from everyone. He likes gymnastics, sports and playing games with his friends. He can take care of himself and he likes helping others. He can express his ideas and speaks in "plentiful sentences." He can read some simple words and do simple addition.

He was found abandoned on the street on December 25, 2003 and was sent to the orphanage the same day. His birth date was estimated to be August 15, 2003, according to his physical development. When he entered the orphanage he was 13.7 inches long and weighed 9 pounds. He underwent surgery in March 2004 to repair his cleft lip and it was successful. He underwent surgery to repair his cleft palate in April 2007 and it was also successful. At his last exam on March 22, 2007 he was 37.4 inches tall and weighed 30.8 pounds. He is described as a clever and cute boy. He loves to take part in group activities. He knows all of his classmates' names and can communicate and express himself. He is willing to play with friends and help the teachers with tasks. He can recite many children's rhymes.

Special needs; 9 toes on left foot, left calf deformed, left foot polydactyl, left lower leg shortened and bulge on the sacrum. Asay will need long term care; most likely an amputation, prosthetics over the years, therapy and counseling. Asay is active. He loves to walk, run and kick balls. He is known to be a good listener and have a kind heart.

Garrison has a great heart but was born with a skull that was too small. Garrison likes to play outside and his favorite toy is a little car. Even with surgery Garrison's head circumference is still very small. He will need a family that is comfortable with his cognitive delay.

Blind in right eye, currently has an artificial eye. Bennion will need ongoing counseling and support to deal with the emotional scars of being left by his family at an older age and being held in an abandoned child "holding tank" for two years. His behavior was very poor. Now that he is in a stable environment he is blossoming in his kindergarten boarding school. He wants to be adopted by a family, just like the younger children he sees adopted. It his turn to have his chance.

Brighton is an active child, who likes to imitate and sing. She has also been known to win the favor of adults... it must be her soulful eyes. She has been diagnosed with Spina Meningocele. Brighton will need a family who is comfortable with the long term commitment to therapy that her Spina Meningocle will need.

This little boy laughs when he is tickled and likes music and toys. He is a thumb sucker. This little boy, born in March 2006 has cleft lip and palate. The latest report he was developmentally on target. Eligible families can apply for additional grants from the agency between $1,000-$3,000.

This three-year-old boy had a cleft palate and lip but was otherwise healthy and normal. At his last exam on February 8, 2007 he weighed 19.8 pounds and was 32.7 inches tall. On July 1, 2005 he underwent cleft palate and lip repair surgery which were both successful and he recovered well. He is described as introverted and shy in front of strangers. He is very close to people he knows and smiles often. He is well coordinated and can walk, run and go up/down stairs. He likes to help adults and when the younger kids are being fed he can hold the bottles. He likes listening to music and dance to the beat. He has been developing normally.

This little boy was born premature at 35-36 weeks, weighing 2.2 kgs. In March 2007, at 10 months, he weighed 9.7 kgs; was 70 cm in length; had a head circumference of 44 cm; and a chest circumference of 48 cm. A developmental assessment stated that his movements indicated he was about to start crawling. He has been treated for pneumonia on several occasions. A pediatric neurologist notes that a Denver II test indicates Global Developmental Delay and advised PT and OT.

This is a strong, active and handsome little boy, who has a congenital defect of his left eye. An opthamolgist's report stated that the eye itself is small and not likely to grow any more; he is blind in the left eye. His health and development have improved significantly since coming into care in October 2005. He is described as very bright and curious. He can express himself in Tagalog, Llocano, and English. He interacts easily with the other children in the home and is sweet and affectionate with everyone. On March 23, 2007, he weighed 28 pounds and was 35 inches tall.

This boy is an agreeable child who has been diagnosed with global developmental delay and a hearing impairment (mild & moderate sensorineural hearing loss.) His expressive language skills are significantly delayed. A Jan 2007 developmental assessment recommended OT and Speech Therapy. He can run, walk up and down stairs and follow simple verbal commands. He mostly uses gestures to indicate his needs and requires assistance for most of his self-care needs.

Paul is a charming, happy and intelligent boy who has significant cerebral palsy involvement. While he is dependent in all aspects of his self-care needs, he receives physical therapy and is able to maneuver himself around in his wheelchair, using his feet. Paul attends speech class and is able to identify letters and produce phonetic sounds. He particularly enjoys storytime. Paul is a curious child who likes to try new things.