JFS Connecting Hearts

Dylan is excited about the idea of adoption and about searching for his forever family. Dylan will do well in a home with two parents or with a single dad. His ideal home would consist of a loving family where games of all types are played regularly.

Dylan dreams of having a kind and loving family, having a job that is not too complicated, and wishes he could be the smartest person in the universe. He will tell you his spirit animal is a tiger because they are brave, fierce, intelligent, and protective. Dylan's favorite subjects in school are math and science, but he says he enjoys them all. Some of his other favorite things include slushies, frosties, ice cream, and Mexican food. Dylan's favorite movie is Detective Pikachu, and he loves video games (especially Minecraft and Roblox).

Piano playing and fiddling with instruments have been enjoyable for quite some time, and he also enjoys singing. He is tech-savvy and enjoys anything with a screen! He wants his future family to know that he may become a YouTube celebrity and wants to be a computer specialist or an astronaut when he grows up! Seeing volcanoes in person would be something on his bucket list if he were to create one, and if he could have a superpower, it would be to control the weather. Dylan enjoys being inside playing games or reading, but he also likes spending time outside.

Dylan has a beautifully unique personality and enjoys being around people. He loves to laugh, thrives with praise, and does well with one on one time with people who care about him. At times, Dylan needs extra support and guidance when in social situations; over time, a family can model this and encourage him. He is protective over the ones he loves, and now we need to find him a family to be protective over him.

Sammie is a smart and articulate 16-year-old with a bright smile. She enjoys being active and discovering new things by playing outside, riding her bike, swimming, and doing gymnastics. When home, Sammie enjoys puzzles, reading, and watching movies. After experiencing many moves, Sammie is ready to settle down with a supportive and committed family.

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Michael is a 10-year-old boy that loves life. He wakes up happy and ready for every new day! Animals, Legos, and superheroes are some of his favorite things. You may find him also spending his free time climbing trees, being a secret spy, counting Pokémon cards, or target shooting with his favorite Nerf gear. He has a great imagination and loves to make people laugh. Toby Mac or country is his favorite music.

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Chloe is a 14-year-old girl who enjoys the movies, shopping, art, singing, and nature. Chloe loves to make up and getting her hair and nails done. Chloe desires attention and does not like feeling left out.  Chloe wants to be a part of a family and is aware of her needs. Chloe is willing and open to working with service providers to better herself. Her strengths include resilience, personal insight, perseverance, and transparency. Chloe desires to be loved and accepted for who she is and is willing to invest in herself and her future. She also desires to make other people feel loved and enjoys making art and writing letters to others. Chloe wants to work in the medical field and help others who are hurting when she gets older. Chloe is intelligent and able to do well in school with the right supports in place. While Chloe has experienced many challenges in her life, she always overcomes her obstacles and can see the good out of difficult situations.

Meet Laniya, an amazing 13-year-old girl. Laniya is very creative and enjoys coloring, drawing, and other craft activities. One of her favorite craft activities is crafting/making bracelets. Laniya also enjoys making friends at school and community events and enjoys reading. She enjoys fiction novels. She also enjoys snacking on popcorn while watching a wide array of movies, including age-appropriate horror films and comedy films. Laniya is also really good at gymnastics. She knows how to do backbends, handstands, and walkovers. She enjoys giving gifts and making things for others. Laniya's biggest desire in life is to have a secure, loving, and stable family. She loves a mixture of family time and also having a little downtime to herself. She is also one of the funniest children you may ever meet, and she enjoys telling jokes. Laniya has attended church in the past and enjoys reading and learning about bible stories. She is a fast learner and loves to be educated about various topics in life. Laniya is really good about advocating for herself and being an active part of the team that is helping her. She enjoys going out to eat and having sweet treats such as ice cream. She has a close relationship with her brother Joshua and desires to spend a lot of time with him. Could you be Laniya's forever family?

Arion is a calm child with a pleasant disposition. He enjoys playing video games and interacting with peers his age. Arion enjoys visits with his siblings and does well with engaging in age appropriate conversations. Arion enjoys different activities at school that allows him to learn new and exciting skills while using the laptop or iPad. He is also able to get along with his peers in the school setting. In the foster home, Arion is very helpful as he assists the resource mother with chores on a daily basis. He also takes initiative when it is time to get things done, especially if it involves cooking a meal. He has a healthy appetite and continues to enjoy the taste of new foods!

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Aangel is very loving and has the brightest smile that can light up any room. She is always telling jokes to make other people laugh. She enjoys playing basketball and football and wishes to play on a team someday. Aangel in an animal lover and truly enjoys having and caring for a pet of her own, especially a dog. Aangel enjoys playing UNO, board games, listening to music, and dining out.

La'Shai is a very bright and sweet fifteen-year-old girl. She enjoys school and excels in all of her classes. La'Shai will actually ask the teacher for more homework! Her favorite subjects are reading and math. La'Shai wishes to be a math teacher someday. Her favorite books are ones about adventures and fairy tales. She also enjoys anime. La'Shai enjoys playing most sports and watching movies. She also loves to listen to current music and sing along. La'Shai enjoys wearing neon colors and loves when her outfits match her shoes. She loves to buy new shoes. La'Shai's favorite snack is candy. Her favorite right now is Jolly Ranchers. La'Shai enjoys helping people and enjoys helping around the house. She also enjoys arts and crafts. La'Shai is very creative and tries to make different things out of her candy wrappers. La'Shai enjoys spending time with her siblings and playing outside. La'Shai would need a family that would want to continue her relationship with her siblings.

Grayson is a sweet child with a big personality. He is supportive, caring, and compassionate. He enjoys playing video games, dancing, and being outside. Grayson also loves playing sports, especially baseball, football, and basketball. He also loves reading comic books, and his favorite superhero is Spiderman. Grayson has expressed that he would like to be a part of a family that likes to have fun and does not treat him differently than other children.

Elizabeth is 17 years old and loves animals, fishing, and shopping! When Elizabeth is not enjoying outside activities, she enjoys reading novels and dabbling in make-up. Elizabeth gets along well with younger children and enjoys preparing meals and engaging in family-oriented events.

Elizabeth loves music as it allows her to relax. Elizabeth has an older brother and communicates with him and her maternal grandmother often, as she is very close with her family.

Hunter loves video games, board games, arcades, and can be very competitive. He likes movies, especially in the theater. He is very technologically apt and aspires to be a professional YouTuber. His favorite foods are spaghetti, french fries, and Whoppers. Hunter was born in Louisiana and thinks hot sauce and ketchup are major food groups. He likes pool games and just having fun in the water.

Hunter is mild-mannered and does well in school. His favorite subjects are science and math, and he is a good problem solver. He is clever and has a dry sense of humor. He responds well to clearly defined rules and expectations. He would do well in a family with routines and consistency. Honesty and loyalty are two of his best virtues. He gets along well with adults and has been making friends at school. Hunter wants a forever family that he can trust and depend on to be there for him.

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Silina is polite and social as she tries to get to know people. Silina can be reserved and quiet at times. She takes her time to open up to people and wants to build trust. Once she trusts someone, she is funny, talkative, and bright. She loves music and socializing with her friends. Silina is respectful and polite. She rather texts than talk and is into social media. She likes to watch YouTube videos about hair, nails, and makeup. She enjoys going to the movies. She prefers to communicate with women over men. Silina enjoys going out to eat or cooking at home. She is good at making soul food. She has taken up a few new hobbies: knitting a blanket, growing plants, and completing puzzles. Silina loves shoes and getting her nails done.

Ny'quon describes himself as artistic, smart, nice, and confident. Ny'Quon does well in school, and enjoys his teachers and classmates. His favorite moment at school was the Teacher vs. Students basketball game. He loves sports, especially football and basketball. He wants to play professionally when he grows up. Ny'Quon also enjoys drawing, and has a special sketchbook dedicated to his art. Ny'Quon enjoys spending time with his friends. He is a very social child, and is open to meeting new people. Ny'Quon is working on learning chores like washing clothes and learning skill for that will help him as he grows up. Ny'Quon takes pride in dressing up and looking nice. Ny'Quon would love to travel with his family especially to watch football and basketball games or go to the beach one day. Ny'Quon is very passionate and excited about his future. Could you be the forever family to help him achieve his dreams?

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Nathan is a wonderful, tenderhearted teen born in 2005. Nathan is looking forward to having a forever family who supports his dreams of attending Virginia Tech or George Mason for game design. Nathan likes to play football in a recreation league, and watching football is also at the top of Nathan's list of favorite things to do. Nathan also volunteers on the weekends with the SPCA; this loving young man has such a huge heart for animals. Nathan has discussed in detail that he wants to attend a four-year college and focus on designing and creating video games. After he opens up, Nathan's gentle nature shines through. Nathan is the kind of youth that will leave you, saying, "He has enriched my life and given me so much more than what I am able to give to him." Do not miss bringing this amazing young man into your forever home.

Aiden is cheerful, bright, enthusiastic, and engaging. He enjoys Star Wars, Spiderman, riding his bike, swimming, playing sports, watching cartoons, playing video games and board games, and playing outside. Aiden also likes building things, especially with his Legos. Aiden makes friends easi ly and is described as likable, social, and resilient. He has participated in a running club, church activities, and Upward basketball. He likes to attend church regularly and Christmas is his favorite holiday. Aiden would be thrilled to join a forever family who will provide him with unconditional love and support his continuing bond with his brother, sister, and cousin.

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