Urgent Medical Need: Joel

February 20, 2016 Family Found 1 Comments

Joel, born March 2010, was introverted when he first came to the orphanage at three years old, but he soon adapted and became more talkative. As of May 2015 he had made big strides and was able to express his feelings and thoughts appropriately. Orphanage staff say he is a polite and smart little boy who gets along with caregivers, teachers and friends.


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He is diagnosed with beta thalassemia, and receives transfusions once a month. In April 2014 he started attending half day preschool at the orphanage, and is said to be a quick learner; he can count to five and recognizes some of the colors.


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He can handle most daily life skills himself, such as eating with a spoon, drinking from a cup, and washing his hands, and he also assists with simple chores, like making his bed and sweeping the floor. His favorite activities include playing outside and building with blocks!


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WACAP is offering a $4,000 Promise Child Grant for qualified families! Email WACAP for more information!



One response to “Urgent Medical Need: Joel”

  1. Judy Deaton says:

    Has this little guy found a family yet? I would be interested in looking at his file. We have 2 daughters adopted from China that have been home 5 years. They are both 10 now.

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