Collaborate

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Adoption Exchange Association

COLLABORATE

national matching catalog

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About
Collaborate

National Matching Catalog

HELPING Build Families THROUGH ADOPTION SINCE 1982

Dear Members,
AEA is focused on ensuring our members have access to the best tools, strategies and networking opportunities.
Therefore it is my pleasure to introduce our newest networking tool, Collaborate: the National Matching Catalog.
Collaborate provides an unparalleled opportunity for members to promote and showcase waiting children and families
within the AEA community, including those children under restricted recruitment. We encourage members to use
Collaborate as a means to:
1. facilitate conversations around potential matches,
2. learn who your fellow members serve,
3. foster relationships, and;
4. connect with peers,
We are anxiously awaiting your feedback on this first edition! Please share your thoughts with our team! To refer a child
or family for the next edition, please message AEA on the online community or share your feedback with me here. We
look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Kamilah Bunn
Chief Executive Officer

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Matthew

Age 13

My name is Matthew. I am a huge sports fan!
Basketball is by far my favorite; I once played
with a Harlem Globetrotters player and that
was pretty cool! I also like watching sports on
TV and play video games that are related to
sports.

It would be very exciting to have a pet one day
because I love animals. I will be happy to help
take care of them!

I work hard at school. Though sometimes I have
difficulty in class but I am trying my best to do a
better job.

My older sister and I see each other sometimes.
I would like a family with a mother or two or
with older brothers or sisters!

Check out my online profile here.

Massachusetts

For more information please contact
Victoria Tucker at

[email protected]
(617) 542-3678

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Kristopher

Age 15

I am Kristopher! People say I have a conta-
gious laugh and wonderful smile. I consider
myself lucky to have so much to smile about!

I love going to school. My favorite subjects are
going to the pool, sensory motor groups and
cooking. I also enjoy listening to music and
having books read to me.

I get around in my wheelchair. I love the com-
panionship of my aide.

I would like a family to love me and who can
take care of me.

Massachusetts
For more information please contact

Victoria Tucker at
[email protected]

(617) 542-3678

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Bella

Age 13
My name is Isabella but you can call me Bella.
People say that I have a beautiful personality
and a bright smile.
I like different kinds of sports. It would be fun to
spend the afternoon with my new family on the
couch cheering on our favorite team.
Music is my passion though. It makes me so
happy! I like to dance to all the newest songs
on the radio and sing along too.
I am looking for a family to spend time with. I
can’t wait to sing, dance and just hang out with
my new family!

New York
For more information please contact
Patricia Burks at [email protected]

(585) 232-5110

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Caleb

Age 15

I’m Caleb. I have a serious sense of humor! I
love to tell jokes and make people laugh.

One other interesting thing about me is that I
like to cook. I can see myself in the kitchen with
my new family preparing a meal or tending to
a garden where our fruits and vegetables are. I
also like to read and play video games.

Teachers say I am an analytic person. I like to
give things a lot of though and ask good ques-
tions. Maybe I will be a scientist one day since
science is my favorite subject.

My aim in life is to be successful so I am work-
ing hard to graduate high school. I really want
to attend college. I want to study Physics or
Genetic Science in college.

I am looking for a family who is caring, loving
and compassionate and who will support me as
I work to achieve my goals.

New York

For more information please contact
Patricia Burks at [email protected]

(585) 232-5110

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Joshua

Age 13
I’m Joshua! I am a great helper.
Learning history is the most fascinating part of
my school day. I enjoy learning about the pres-
idents and famous leaders. Another interseting
fact about me is that I know sign language.
I am really into cars. I would love to see a mon-
ster truck show with my new family or just check
out old cars or a NASCAR race.
I am a whiz at technology. I like to keep up with
the latest electronics, computers, technology
and video games.
I am looking for a loving family who will
encourage me to keep in touch with the im-
portant people in my life.

New York
For more information please contact
Patricia Burks at [email protected]

(585) 232-5110

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Adrianna

Age 14

Hi there, I’m Adrianna. People say I am caring,
friendly and outgoing. I want to be a child ther-
apist when I grow up.

I am a good student too. I enjoy school, playing
softball and I have a great sense of humor.

Expressing myself creatively is also fun. I like
arts and crafts.

I won’t give up looking for my forever family
and feel that good things are coming. I am an
optimistic person and am waiting patiently for a
family who will love me.

Watch my video here.

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Madison & Lexi

Age 16 & 13

Hi, we are Madison and Lexi.

I’m Madison. Being an older sister is fun. I like
to set a good example for my sister Lexi.
My favorite subject in school is art. I like draw-
ing patterns using color pencils, markers and
aqua crayons.

In addition to my artistic abilities, I also love the
great outdoors! You can find me swimming,
running and just enjoying myself.

People say I am a natural leader. I hope to be a
social worker one day because I enjoy helping
people.

I am Lexi. I am pretty shy, but once I get to
know you, I will show you my personality. I share
a close bond with my sister. We are both look-
ing for a family to love us and keep us together.

Watch Madison’s video here
Watch Lexi’s video here

North Carolina

For more information please contact
Gia Tutalo-Mote at

[email protected]

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Shion &
Rashion

Age 16 & 13

Hi, I’m Shion. My friends say I’m nice, funny, and
active. I like to do things, and have fun. I have a
younger brother Rashion who is very important to
me. I can’t even explain in words how important he
is to me.

I enjoy school a lot, especially ROTC. After high
school I want to go to the University of Florida and
play football. I am also considering joining the ma-
rines or going to officer training school.

My brother Rashion says I’m better than him at foot-
ball because I run faster. We have a blast together.
I am looking for a family who will come to my foot-
ball games and cheer me on. I would love to have a
dog, I love animals. We are looking for a loving fam-
ily to travels places together; family is our number
one priority.

Hi there, I’m Rashion. I am very athletic and like to
play football. I dream of going to college and play-
ing professional football in the NFL.

I am very close to my brother Shion. We do every- Florida
thing together. He looks out for me and keeps me For more information please
in line, we support each other to do better. contact Gia Tutalo-Mote at
We want to always be together like we’re supposed
to be. I am looking for a loving family who will keep [email protected]
us together and who will support my dream.

Watch Shion’s video here
Watch Rashion’s video here

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Malachi

Age 14

Hi, I’m Malachi. I am friendly and outgoing.
People say I have a big heart, which I would
love to share with you.

I have a great imagination. Peopple say my
drawings are pretty intricate and my doodles
are above-average and interesting.

My favorite subject in school is math. I have
always been good at it.

I like playing games, football, basketball, and
swimming. When I grow up I want to be a life-
guard help keep people safe. Plus lifeguards
seem to have a lot of fun.

I want a family who likes to travel; I really want
to go Las Vegas! I love animals, so a family with
pets would be awesome.

I am looking for a loving family who will guide
me and spend time with me.

North Carolina Please watch my video here

For more information please contact
Gia Tutalo-Mote at

[email protected]

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Trevion

Age 6

Hey there, I’m Trevion! I am an outgoing funny
guy.

My favorite person to impersonate is Michael
Jackson and MC Hammer. I really like to dance
like the two of them.

I love to laugh! I also like to read lots of books.
I am adventurous and enjoy trying new things.

I really like animals, especially dogs. If I had a
dog, I would name him Bear.

I am looking for a family who will love me un-
conditionally.

Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Talon

Age 10
Hello, I’m Talon. I’m smart and intelligent but
also compassionate and loving. People say I am
full of energy and will show you exactly how I’m
feeling.
My favorite subject in school is science. I’m in-
terested in electronics and love building things.
When I grow up I want to build robots or cars.
I am looking for a loving and caring family who
will work with me and accept me for who I am.
Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Shekinah

Age 12

Hiya! My name is Shekinah. I love anything
pink. Hello Kitty is my favorite!

When I grow up I want to be a model because
I love to have my pictures taken. I like to be
stylish and change up my hair, go have my nails
done, and even experiment with make-up.

My favorite subjects in school are math, science
and social studies. I also like to play volleyball.

I am looking for a family who will have fun, do
stuff together like hang out. I want to feel like a
part of a family.

Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Jeno

Age 12
Hi there, I’m Jeno. People say I am outgoing,
social and very talkative.
I like going to school, I make A’s and B’s and
even made the honor roll. I want to be a good,
successful man when I grow up. I plan to attend
college.
I want to be a basketball player, firefighter, or
policemen in the future because I think making
the community a good place is important.
I am looking for an active family who will spend
time with me, and who will go to church with
me. The family for me will be caring, loving, and
make me smile every day.
Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Jayd

Age 14

Hi, I’m Jayd. People say I’m funny with a great
sense of humor and also spontaneous.

I like school and am excited to learn things. My
favorite subjects in school are language, arts
and science. In my free time I like to listen to
music.

When I grow up I want to work with animals. I
am interested in animal training, working with
training big cats. I am a very caring person and
love animals.

I am looking for a family who is understanding
and loyal and will stand by me through thick or
thin.

Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Jaeden

Age 9
Hiya! I am Jaeden. People say I am bright and
outgoing. I care a lot about others; I like to
make sure everyone is doing alright.
My favorite subject in school is math, I like add-
ing and subtracting.
I also like sports. Right now I am playing my
second season of baseball. I play different posi-
tions, pitching, catching and left field.
Though I play baseball, I love to watch basket-
ball. My favorite sports star is Stephen Curry.
He is fun to watch!
I am looking for an active family that will care
for me and love me.
Please watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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DeSean

Age 8

Hello, I’m DeSean. I am a helper, mannerly and
like taking care of people. I am a very affection-
ate and loving boy.

I like school, writing and math. I like playing
basketball and tennis too. I want to be a prin-
cipal when I grow up. I would like to be able to
tell people what to do - just kidding!

I am looking for a loving family with a good
sense of humore who likes to have fun! I want
to grow up in a family forever.

Please watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Damon

Age 12
Hi, my name is Damon. I am fun, sweet, and po-
lite. I like reading and building things with my
Legos.
When I grow up I want to be a fireman because
I would like to help people and rescue them
when they are in trouble.
I also like to listen to music, especially Christian
music. Whenever I feel down I like to listen to
music on the Christian radio program. It in-
spires me.
I am looking for a family that will love me for
who I am!
Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Ares

Age 16

Hello! My name is Ares. I would love to one day
go to the Olympics. My dream is to run for the
US Olympic team.

Running helps me focus and keeps me cen-
tered. I am very close to my team mates and
coaches. I run for them, to entertain the specta-
tors, and to clear my head.

I am a hard worker, smart and cool to hang out
with. People say I am very compassionate.

My faith is important to me. God gives me
hope that one day I will find a loving, support-
ive family.

Watch my video here

North Carolina
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Antonio

Age 14
Hello, I’m Antonio. I am a people person and
love to be around others.
People say I am sweet and affectionate. I like
to play football and video games. I look up to
LeBron James and love watching him play.
When I grow up I want to be a police officer. I
want to help people with their struggles.
I am looking for a loving family who will make
my life complete!
Watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Cat

Age 14

Hey there, I’m Cat. I am a nice girl who works
hard on being respectful and doing the right
thing. People say I light up the room with my
awesome personality.

My favorite subject is drama because I am so
good at it, though there is more to it than I
thought. I am taking three drama classes right
now, acting, technical theater and musical the-
ater. When I grow up, I want to be an actress.

I am looking for a loving, nice family. I believe
love is really important.

Watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Savannah

Age 14
Hiya, I’m Savannah! I am an outgoing and ador-
able girl. I like getting my hair done and dying
it different colors.
I love being creative and going to school. I am
a really good student, who learns quickly. I have
always found school easy.
When I grow up I want to be a judge. I want to
help other kids who have been through similar
situations like I have.
I am looking for a loving family who will be
committed to me.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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JT

Age 17

Hi, I’m JT. I bring joy, love and excitement to
those who know me. I have grown a lot the past
year and have started feeding myself at the
table, and can even walk for short distances.

I am looking for a family who will love me un-
conditionally and help me grow even more.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Jesse

Age 16

Hey there, I’m Jesse. I am a boy scout who
loves the great outdoors!

My friends say I am funny, high energy, out-
doorsy, and adventurous. I love nature and
having fun exploring it.

I also love animals, especially snakes, lizards,
alligators, and turtles. These animals remind me
of myself. I like to rehabilitate injured animals
and release them back to the wild when they
are better.

I love going to school because it teaches me
about animals and will help me in my career. I
want to be a herpetologist, zoologist, or marine
biologist.

I am looking for a loving family who will accept
me as their son and help me be what a son is
supposed to be.

Florida Please watch my video here

For more information please contact
Gia Tutalo-Mote at

[email protected]

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Brittany

Age 16

Hi there, I’m Brittany. I’m a sweet, funny, kind
and compassionate girl. I love to tell jokes and
be a friend to everyone.

I love reading. My favorite book at the moment
is Sponge Bob because he is so funny. When I
grow up I want to be a caseworker.

I am looking for a family who will love me, care
for me, and help me out. I would bring lots of
love and laughter.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Tyler

Age 16
Hello, my name is Tyler. I’m a special, gentle
and kind boy. I love dancing, coloring, drawing
and spending time with friends.
I am also very organized and like schedules,
dates and numbers. I thrive in a quiet environ-
ment, following a set routine.
I am looking for a loving family with lots of one
on one attention.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Gary

Age 12

Hello, I’m Gary. I am a high energy, affection-
ate and well-mannered boy. I love singing and
dancing. The flow of the music helps me calm
down when I am upset.

I am also very athletic. I love sports, especially
football. Winning and losing doesn’t matter
when you get to do something you love.

I also like going to school, where I get to hang
out with friends, talk to teachers and learn. My
favorite classes are science and social studies.

I am looking for a family who will love me and
treat me well.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Christopher

Age 11
Hi there, my name is Christopher. I’m fun and
outgoing.
I love to tell stories. People say I am a great
storyteller because I’m very detailed and get
really into it.
My favorite classes in school are science and
computers. When I grow up I want to become
a pro master gamer. I am going to open an
arcade with all sorts of games where kids and
adults can have fun!
I am looking for a family who will love me and
take care of me.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Olivia

Age 12

Hiya, I’m Olivia. I am inquisitive, bright, and lov-
ing. I like to ask lots of questions and am really
talkative.

I get along well with other children. It would be
fun to have siblings in my new family. Someone
to talk to and play with.

I am looking for a loving family of my own who
will spend lots of time with me.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Susan

Age 17
Hello, my name is Susan. I am smart, spunky,
loving and compassionate. I am also energetic
and love reading books.
During my free time I like to get my nails done,
go shopping or hang out at the mall. I also love
to write poetry. I have filled out four journals full
of my poetry already.
I am looking for a loving family who will take
the time to care and who will be there for me.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Jasmine

Age 15

Hiya, I’m Jasmine. I’m genuine, bright and
joyful.

My faith is important to me. I believe that God
wants me to be a pastor when I am older.

I am also very creative and artistic. I draw what
I see and use art as a healthy way to release my
emotions. I also may become a graphic design-
er when I grow up.

I am looking for a family who will love me and
take care of me. I believe everyone deserves a
loving family.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Danielle

Age 16
Hiya, I’m Danielle. I’m smart, pretty, and bright.
I like to do a lot of things. People say I’m also
enthusiastic and adventurous.
My favorite subjects in school are history and
art. I also love animals and singing. I like to read
books and since I’m pretty adventurous, I like to
long board everywhere.
After high school I want to study nursing, prob-
ably specialize in OBGYN.
I am looking for a loving family who will be
there for me during important times of my life.
Like during my wedding, someone who will
walk me down the aisle. I want a family who will
give me stability and lots of love.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Khalil

Age 15

Hello, my name is Khalil. I am an awesome,
sweet, and energetic boy. I dream of going to
college and completing a master’s degree.

I love sports, especially any team sports and ex-
tracurricular activities. I am really into football.

When I am older, I want to start my own com-
pany. I also plan on running a group home for
kids. I want to help kids and support them.

I am looking for a loving family, great role mod-
els, someone I can look up to.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Tyra

Age 16
Hi, I’m Tyra. I’m bright and loving. My friends
say I am the life of the party! I love to dance,
cook, and talk for hours.
I have always been enthusiastic about learning.
My favorite subject in school is science because
I like getting to do experiments.
When I grow up I want to be a chef. I have al-
ways been passionate about cooking.
I have a brother and a sister whom I love very
much. I believe that family is everything and
they are both very important to me.
I am looking for a loving and caring family,
someone who will listen to me and talk to me
for hours and not lose patience. I believe I
would bring light and happiness to the family.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Brianna

Age 17

Hello, my name is Brianna. I am passionate and
fun. I get along with everyone! I am passionate
about many things.

I love cartoons and art. I really like to build
things. When I grow up, I want to work at the
company that creates Pokémon. I have already
created one, her name is Dinosaur Pokémon
and she has many different stages of evolution.

I am looking for a loving family who will accept
me just the way I am and take care of me.

Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Malachi

Age 10
Hi there, I’m Malachi. I’m smart, intelligent and
bright. I am a really good student, I love school.
My favorite class is math. I like learning about it.
I also like playing basketball and football.
Because I’m big, I am really good at basketball!
When I grow up I want to be a football player.
I am looking for a loving family with lots of
brothers and sisters who will cherish me.
Please watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Eric

Age 10

Hello, my name is Eric. I am a very sweet and
happy boy.

I am not able to speak but show my happiness
by laughing out loud. I can understand some
words.

I like to watch people and everything going
on in the room around me. I also like watching
Disney Junior on TV with the other kids.

I really enjoy going to school where I have a
nurse to help me.

I am looking for a loving family who is willing to
learn and will cherish me.

Watch my video here

Florida
For more information please contact

Gia Tutalo-Mote at
[email protected]

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Duquar

Age 14
Hello, my name is Duquar. I am a soft spoken
and respectful boy.
I find comfort in going to church and bible
study. I try to give my best at all times.
I like school and do well academically. When I
grow up I want to be an NBA player or a math
teacher.
I am looking for a loving family who loves sports
as much as I do and will support me during my
games.
My online profile is here

Virginia
For more information please contact
Charlene White at [email protected]

Phone: (804) 329-3420

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Robert, Anika and Viva
District of Columbia

Hello! We are Robert, Viva and Anika. We also have a lot of furry family members;
Milo our dog, Samba our cat, and Big Bird, Bok and Frankie, our chickens.
We love our animals and talk about them all the time! Our chickens like to chase us around
the deck and it’s a blast!
We love to travel and enjoy playing tennis in the summer and skiing in the winter. When we
are at home we like to play games, at the moment Sorry is our favorite as well as Pandemic.
We all love listening to different music as well. I (Anika) love to sing mostly to the acapella
group Pentatonix and popular music. Robert likes rock and roll and Viva likes quieter music.
Dancing and singing in our living room is a lot of fun. We enjoy reading books together espe-
cially since I am learning to read. We just finished reading A Wrinkle in Time.
We all enjoy goofing around. My dad is a really good storyteller and likes to make us laugh.
We hope we get to meet you soon!
For more information contact Pam Hoehler: [email protected]
Phone: (301) 439-2900

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Chad, Melissa, Ryleigh and Sydney
Toledo, OH

Hi there,we’re Chad and Melissa and our children are Ryleigh and Sydney.
Chad is a web developer and Melissa is a stay-at-home mom.
We are fun-loving, active family who really value our strong faith in God. When we are not
involved in the church, we enjoy bike riding, arts and crafts, going out to eat, shopping and
spending time with family and friends.
Ryleigh and Sydney are excited and ready to extend their love to new sisters.
For more information please contact Christy Holtz at [email protected]
Phone: (419) 726-5100

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Bernard and Wanda
Ohio

Hello, we’re Bernard and Wanda. Bernard works as a custodian in the Alachua
County School System and Wanda is a Behavioral Resource Teacher As-
sistant. I (Wanda) have worked for the school system for almost twenty years now and have
experience with children of different types of disabilities.
We enjoy spending time outdoors, going on family trips and think family time together is real-
ly important. We have custody of our niece and she is really excited to welcome another child
in our home.
We are ready to welcome a child into our family forever and provide unconditional love and
guidance.
For more information please contact Christy Holtz at [email protected]
Phone: (419) 726-5100

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Michael and Stephanie
Ohio

Hi!we’re Michael and Stephanie. Michael is a CNA and Stephanie is a nurse.

We like to spend our free time flexibly and do whatever everyone in the family is interested in
doing. We consider ourselves very religious and like to attend church every Sunday.
We already have three children in our home but would like to open our loving family to a child
with special needs.
For more information please contact Christy Holtz at [email protected]
Phone: (419) 726-5100

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Kelly
Ohio

Hello! my name is Kelly. I am a Senior Business Analyst at a healthcare agency.
When I am not working I find it important to spend time with family and
friends.
During my free time I like to read magazines, do projects around the house and yard work. I
love music and as a young girl I used to play the flute, piano, and violin. I love animals; I have
one dog and three cats!
My furry animals and I are looking forward to opening our home to a child in need.
For more information please contact Christy Holtz at [email protected]
Phone: (419) 726-5100

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