The Shepherd's Crook Ministries

This active 7 year old child enjoys listing to music, singing and playing games with his friends.  Others describe him as easy going and generous in nature.  He has multiple special needs, however, has thrived despite the challenges he has faced in his life.  He is smart and able to quickly react to situations.  The child responds well to others but can be a little impatient sometimes.  He speaks sentences of approximately 5-10 words and is able to communicate effectively.  He dresses and cares for himself on a basic level.  Physically it is advised that he not participate in strenuous exercise; however, he walks, runs, jumps and rides a tricycle with no issues.  His favorite toys include model cars and toy guns.  He is a bright child who is full of life and joy.
The child was diagnosed with congenital cardiopathy as an infant.  He was hospitalized for heart surgery in 2003 with a post-operative diagnosis of residual leakage after repair surgery of congenital heart disease.  His current heart function is normal with no abnormalities.  In addition to this condition, he has an un-descended left testicle and thumb deformity on his left hand.  Overall, he has normal intellectual, mental and physical development.  He currently resides in a foster home and is reported to function well in the environment.
This lovely child is in search of a loving family to call his own.  Please consider how you may be able to change the life of this child.  Please note that interested families have 3 months to submit a Home Study and Dossier.
To adopt this child, applicants must be 30-55 years old and meet an income requirement of $30,000 plus $10,000 per family member with the addition of an adopted child, with at least $80,000 in positive net worth.  Families must have no more than 4 children in the home to pursue this adoption.