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Can We Join Your Family ?

DAMIEN
Children Waiting For A Home ...
Damien , 16 , is a talkative youth who has a bit of a competitive streak . He loves gaming , and was even part of the esports team at a local college . He also likes to play and watch football and basketball . Damien likes to keep himself busy . He ’ s always up for a board game or rounding up friends for a paintball game . He also does well in school . Damien ’ s real passion is luxury sports cars and performance vehicles . He hopes to have a garage full of cars , and is willing to work hard to afford them . That said , he is unsure what he would like to do as a career , but he does know he wants to go to college . He likes electronics and is a talented gamer , so there are many paths open to him . What he does know is that he would like the support and guidance of a family to help him navigate the path to adulthood . He loves animals , especially big dogs !
“ I want to be a nurse and a corrections officer so I could help as many people as possible . It would give me a good opportunity to learn many things , too .” Kaydence ’ s words sum her up well . She is a reflective and caring person who wants to help . Kaydence , 17 , is very straightforward ; she opens more as she gets to know a person , and she can surprise people with her out-of-the-box thinking . Kaydence enjoys sports , especially football ; she loves the Eagles . In school , she enjoys history , science , reading , and writing . She is a creative person too , especially with art . She likes music of all kinds and is curious about music production . She also enjoys cooking and baking . She ' s a big fan of animals . Kaydence is ready for a permanent and loving family to be there for her . kaydence
Jackson Torrence is a vibrant and cheerful 12-year-old known for his infectious smile and sunny disposition . He is a people person who loves laughing , snuggling , and playing . His favorite foods include baked ziti and cinnamon rolls . Jackson likes being outdoors , enjoying the fresh air . When indoors , Jackson enjoys watching TV shows , particularly drama movies . He also enjoys listening to Michael Jackson . Of course , he also loves playing with his toys . Despite facing challenges , Jackson shows remarkable resilience and progress . He responds well to adults who help him with activities , he shows progress in school , and his endearing smile touches everyone he meets . Jackson dreams of having brothers and sisters , and would thrive in a family environment . He is open to various family structures , including single parents and same-sex couples , and is comfortable with pets .
JACKSON
Damien , Kaydence , and Jackson are just a few of many children ready to become part of a family . Meet more children on the Adoption Center ’ s website : adopt . org . Celebrating its 50th year the Adoption Center is a private , non-profit organization that creates permanent environments for children in foster care through public awareness , advocacy , family-finding , and well-organized adoption match events to spark and sustain the strongest placements . Learn more at www . adopt . org . Contact us at ac @ adopt . org or 267-443-1872 .
Adoption Center – 1735 Market Street , Suite A-441 – Philadelphia , PA 19103 1-800-TO-ADOPT – www . adopt . org
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