At 16 years old, Edward is like many teen boys—he loves watching horror movies, listening to heavy metal music and playing Call of Duty. “He’s very quiet and introverted so it takes him a while to open up. But once you get him talking about something he’s interested in, that’s where he really shines,” shares
Meet a 9-Year-Old Athlete Waiting for a Supportive Family
This young boy with a love of sports will turn 10 next month! A fan of América de Cali, every day you can find JV on the soccer field improving his skills. He can also be found in the pool twice a week for swim lessons—an activity he enjoys. But he won’t stop there, he
Meet Sean | An outgoing and adventurous kid waiting for a family
Sean is a 13 year old with a sense of adventure! He was all smiles on a springtime trip to Maritime Park with his Child-Specific Recruiter, Stephanie. “He got excited to see all of the historical ships and to witness how things have progressed over time. He especially enjoyed steering at the helm of the
Meet Araya | An 11 year old who loves artistic activities
Araya is an 11 year old who deeply values relationships and being comfortable with people. After about 4 months of working with her Child-Specific Recruiter, Brittany, she is beginning to engage with her. But Brittany notes, “Once she trusts you, she is snuggly. She likes to be held, and finds comfort in her weighted blanket
Huntting Family Builds a Legacy of Supporting Children and Families
Laura Huntting dedicated her time and care to everything she did. Whether it was hang drying the laundry outdoors because it smells so much better, or masterfully writing letters to friends to stay in touch, she was happy to take extra steps to create the best possible experience for those around her. She extended this
Find Answers and Commonalities in Reunion
Katherine Norrie’s favorite story is about the day her parents, Forrest and Mary, adopted her. For years, the couple prayed for the chance to be parents. When they received a call in 1977 with news that a baby girl needed a permanent family, they drove to Minneapolis to pick her up. Friends heard the news
Gaining Family and Insight through Post Adoption Reunion
Christina, adopted as an infant, spent her life wondering if her birth mother thought about her. She enjoyed a happy childhood with her adoptive parents, who adopted her in the late 60’s. Yet, throughout her life, she struggled with unanswered questions about her biological parents. Christina found answers to her questions when she began her
Transracial & Transcultural Adoption: Preservation, Policy, and a Personal Perspective
This article, written by Alexis Oberdorfer, MSW, Executive Director of CH/LSS, was originally published by National Council for Adoptable Children (NCFA) In 1948, white parents in Minnesota adopted a black child and were the first recorded transracial adoption in the United States. The following year, novelist and winner of the Pulitzer and Nobel prizes Pearl
Caring for Minnesota’s Most Vulnerable for Over Three Decades
When Karen Broback received a call about a newborn who had been exposed to meth and amphetamines, she didn’t hesitate. Karen, a licensed foster care provider, cared for the infant for two and half months. Children who form secure attachments in infancy are more likely to have healthy relationships throughout their life. Healthy brain development
Meet a 2 Year Old with a Bright Smile
This 2-and-a-half-year-old boy has a cheerful and positive disposition. Though he is slightly behind in growth and development he has made gradual improvements. A letter from January 2018 explains how he can be found cruising along the side of furniture and scribbling with crayons. It also describes how he smiles and laughs when he hears
