Find My Family: Jacob

November 20, 2017 Children Who Wait 2 Comments

Jacob is a handsome boy who recently turned seven years old, but just had his file prepared for adoption this year. He likely would have matched immediately had his file not listed the wording it does in the diagnosis section. But as you read through his file, you begin to notice a trend of improvement over the years, from 2 1/2, when he came into care, until he turned six.

Jacob is currently attending kindergarten. He is said to be mild tempered, kind, polite to others, and a very popular child. Jacob actively greets others and has good gross and fine motor skills. He has no issues with walking, running, going up and down stairs, jumping in place, etc. and he loves any sort of ball related sport.



Jacob has good pencil grip and can imitate drawing shapes and lines. He can identify colors and shapes. Jacob has a good sense for music and likes listening to it. He likes to imitate the dance moves he sees on tv and can sing simple children’s songs. With the help of a professional teacher, he can now play some simple drums and he is learning how to play a cucurbit flute. The staff feel he will be able to give a flute performance soon.

The head of adoption in China has asked that we work very hard to find him a family. They said he is a bit delayed compared to a child in a regular family, but that he’s doing quite well and that he is very cute and has good interactions with people.

Jacob can listen to and describe a simple picture book, recognize numbers through 20, and can count to 100 with a little help. He recognizes what common objects are and knows their use. Jacob is also independent with his care. He can eat, toilet, dress and undress, brush teeth, and wash his face on his own. He can clean up after himself and others. He has good manners and good hygiene.

Jacob is loving and likes hugs, playing with others, helping others, and sharing. He rarely needs help, but will ask for help if he needs it. He can describe things that happened concisely.

Jacob really is a wonderful boy who had delays when he came into care, but who has caught up. He needs a family that can look past the diagnosis in his file and see how far he’s come and the child he is today because some lucky family is going to be blessed by this healthy and happy little boy!



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New update from September 25th, 2017:

1. How is his mental ability compared to other kids his age?

Compared to normal kids, his cognitive ability is about 5 years old, language ability is about 5 years old, and his motor skills are normal. His self care skills are normal.

2. How does his special need affect his health?

He is healthy – rarely gets sick.

3. Is he potty trained?

He is potty trained.

4. Describe his personality in details.

He is mild in nature, rarely gets mad, and gets along well with other kids.

5. Is he obedient and well-behaved?

He has not been found to have any misbehavior.

6. How are his gross motor skills? Can he walk, run, jump, and go upstairs and downstairs?

His gross motor skills are normal. He can walk, run, jump, and can go upstairs and downstairs by himself. He has not been found to have limitations.

7. How are his fine motor skills? Can he draw or scribble? Can he pick-up small objects with his fingers?

His fine motor skills are at about a 4 years old level. He can scribble and can pick up tiny things. He has no limitations.

8. Does he attend school? If so, how does he do there?

He is in senior class in a normal kindergarten. His learning ability is behind normal kids and he is working hard to improve.

9. How is his emotional development? Is he attached to a certain person? Does he care for others?

His emotional development is about 4 years old. He is not attached to a particular person, but cares about others.

10. How are his social skills? Does he get along well with other children and with adults?

Fine. He greets people he knows. He gets along well with others.

11. Does he live in the orphanage or in a foster family?

He has always lived in the orphanage and has never been in foster care.



12. Updated Measurements:

Height: 128 cm
Weight: 28 kg
Head: 52 cm
Chest: 63 cm
Foot length: 19 cm
Number of teeth: 24

13. How are his language abilities compared to other children his age? Does he speak in 1 word, 2 word, and multiple words sentences? Is his language clear and easy to understand?

His language ability is at about 5 years old. He can say complete sentences. He can express his needs and wishes clearly. He can describe what he has experienced and can describe picture books. His language ability is behind other kids his age.

14. Can he follow directions?

Yes, he can follow directions.

15. Is he on any medication?

No, he is not on any medicine.

16. What is his daily schedule like?

Monday to Friday, he gets up at 6:00 am, gets clean, and eats breakfast. He goes to school at 7:50 am (he goes to kindergarten), goes home at 4:00 pm, has dinner at 5:00 pm, goes to bed at 8:00 pm. Saturday and Sunday, he gets up at 6:00 am, has breakfast, has free time from 8:30 am to 11:00 am, lunch at 11:00, nap from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, has free time from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, dinner at 5:00 pm, and goes to bed at 8:00 pm

17. Is he a good eater? What does he eat and does he use a spoon, chopsticks, or a bottle?

He eats well and is not picky about food. He eats normal food with a spoon and occasionally with chopsticks.

18. Does he know any English?

He does not know English.

19. Does he understand adoption and does he want to be adopted?

He wants to be adopted. He wants to have his own parents. The orphanage staff will teach him what adoption means.

20. What is his favorite color?

He likes all colors.

21. What does he like to do for a hobby or for fun?

He likes group activities and outdoor activities. He likes going to the zoo or botanical garden with other kids.

22. What are his favorite toys?

He likes blocks and toy cars.



Jacob is listed with Madison Adoption Associates. There is a $2,000 agency grant for Jacob’s adoption with Madison Adoption Associates. MAA is offering a special $1,000 grant between Nov. 1st and December 31st, 2017 for families that sign on and contract during that time period for any waiting child! Other grants may be available based on the adoptive family’s circumstances. Agency grants are awarded as agency fee reductions. MAA also partners with the Brittany’s Hope Foundation for matching grants, which are given out twice a year (January and July) and to families that are officially matched with a child.

If you are interested in reviewing Jacob’s file or in adopting Jacob, please fill out a free PAP Waiting Child Review Form, which can be found here.



2 responses to “Find My Family: Jacob”

  1. Mitzie shaver says:

    Would they let someone older adopt him

    • Brett says:

      Please research adoption requirements for China: This very site (NHBO) has a warehouse of into on Chinese special needs adoptions but I’d recommend looking up any recommended agency to help you with any questions.

      It’s awesome if you’re thinking about bringing home an orphan so here is a prayer you’ll discover that you’re qualified after all.

      Brett

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