JFS Connecting Hearts

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.

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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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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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.

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.

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.

Sam 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, she enjoys puzzles, reading, and watching movies. After experiencing many moves, Sam is ready to settle down with a supportive and committed family.

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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.

Jacob (on the left) is a special little person with a huge heart! Jacob loves to show his affection to others by giving hugs and kisses. Jacob enjoys playing with his Legos, things that move and make noise, and the outdoors. Jacob requires full-time love and assistance with his daily living skills; however, he can perform some tasks independently. Jacob has limited expressive and comprehensive skills. Therefore, he requires a family with a lot of patience and a family that will work with him to thrive. Jacob reaches his full potential with normalcy, consistency, and a structured routine. Jacob attends public school full time and has special supports in place to help him while in school. Jacob can get along with other children, but he prefers to play alone. Jacob has a special bond with his younger brother, Mark. Jacob requires a home environment with love, patience, and nurturing.

Mark (on the right) is an active, energetic, and loving little guy. He enjoys riding his bike, listening to rap music, and playing with balls. Mark is independent and can complete his daily living tasks on his own. For example, Mark can clean his room, make his bed, and fold his clothes. However, at times, he requires redirection and guidance in his daily activities. Mark is smart, expressive, and athletic, enjoys playing football and being outdoors and does well in school. Mark loves his older brother Jacob and desires to be in a home with Jacob. Could you be the loving family for these sweet young fellows?

Azi enjoys being outdoors and physical activities. She enjoys reading books about history, stating, "Light captivates, transcends and provides a realm of warring ideas, beliefs and tells stories about people and their past." Azi is also an avid crafter who likes to draw and journal about her life experiences and enjoys listening to music. In school, her favorite subjects are economics, psychology, calculus, and literature as she aspires to attend college and earn a degree in Physical Therapy and Technology. Azi would like people to know she is a hard worker, persistent, and excited about adoption. Her goal is to become a valued member of the community and she really wants to be part of a family unit again.