Children waiting for adoption
About the children waiting to be adopted
The majority of the children waiting for adoption are over the age of six. While we don’t usually have infants and toddlers, they may come to us as part of a sibling group.
All of our children have experienced some level of abuse, neglect or loss.
Despite all that has happened in their lives, most of the children in our permanent custody are just like any other children you know. They play, laugh and hang out with friends. Some are talented artists, musicians and athletes or may be gifted academically. Others struggle in school or may need specialized services to help them be successful. They all have hopes and dreams for the future. They all deserve permanent, loving and committed families.
If you are interested in a specific child shown on our web site, please call (330) 451-8789 to provide us with your contact information.
Note: We must receive your approved adoptive homestudy directly from your home agency to considered for a waiting child. We regret that we cannot accept homestudies directly from prospective parents.
Information regarding our children can also be found on the Adopt US Kids website at www.adoptuskids.org.
A heart beside a child's name means he or she is on adoptive status.Boys 9-18
- Ahkeen • Birthday: August, 1995
- I am a mild mannered individual, who loves positive attention. I am friendly and get along well with people I have a connection with. I enjoy playing football and running track and I am pretty talented in these sports. I enjoy going to watch… Read more about Ahkeen
- Contact: Carlson Wilkerson
- Phone: (330) 451-8721
- Email: wilkec01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Nick • Birthday: December, 1995
- Nick understands the importance of family and belonging. With Nick’s deep desire to be adopted, he is eager to find a family who he can form a relationship with and establish that connection of being part of a forever family. Nick… Read more about Nick
- Contact: Andrea Miller
- Phone: (330) 451-8870
- Email: millea05@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Austin • Birthday: June, 1996
- Austin can be very shy when you first meet him. However, once you get to know him he is very talkative and outgoing. He is very sweet and has a great personality. More than anything, Austin loves BMX biking. Austin… Read more about Austin
- Contact: Andrea Miller
- Phone: (330) 451-8870
- Email: millea05@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Dontrez • Birthday: August, 1996
- Dontrez’s big smile is contagious as is his sweet and gentle personality. Dontrez can initially appear quiet and reserved. However, once he becomes comfortable, Dontrez is a talkative and outgoing teen. Dontrez is an 8th grade… Read more about Dontrez
- Contact: Jessica Dean
- Phone: (330) 451-8730
- Email: deanj01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Darian • Birthday: February, 1997
- Hello my name is Darian and I am known to be a happy and friendly individual. I am very laid back and I like to smile often. I enjoy playing video games; that is my favorite thing in the world to do. I am a very thoughtful… Read more about Darian
- Contact: Carlson Wilkerson
- Phone: (330) 451-8721
- Email: wilkec01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Curtis • Birthday: April, 1997
- Curtis is a very charming young man. He has many likes including playing basketball, running track, listening to music and playing video games. He also likes to have projects to work on, such as growing vegetables in the garden. Curtis has… Read more about Curtis
- Contact: Carlson Wilkerson
- Phone: (330) 451-8721
- Email: wilkec01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Jacquir • Birthday: January, 1998
- I like to be called Jack. I love school and do well in all of my subjects. I enjoy singing in the choir and attending church. I taught myself how to play the piano and love to play for others. Sorry Cleveland Browns… Read more about Jacquir
- Contact: Carlson Wilkerson
- Phone: (330) 451-8721
- Email: wilkec01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Jayvonn • Birthday: January, 1999
- I really enjoy watching cartoons. It doesn’t matter which cartoon as long as it makes me laugh. I am full of energy and love to go outside and ride my bike. I also enjoy spending time with my brother and my foster family. Some of my… Read more about Jayvonn
- Contact: Carlson Wilkerson
- Phone: (330) 451-8721
- Email: wilkec01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- edwin • Birthday: May, 1999
- Edwin is in middle school and receives good grades. He is in a small classroom setting. Edwin likes to joke around and be silly. He enjoys playing his video games and taking things apart to see what makes them work. Read more about edwin
- Contact: Ivy Bell
- Phone: 330-451-8820
- Email: belli01@odjfs.state.oh.us
- Tavionn • Birthday: November, 1999
- A sweet and friendly demeanor easily describes Tavionn. These characteristics, among many others, have enabled Tavionn to make many friends and quickly become popular even in new settings. Tavionn likes to be active, oftentimes engaging… Read more about Tavionn
- Contact: Ivy Bell
- Phone: 330-451-8820
- Email: belli01@odjfs.state.oh.us