Lin

Lin is 2.5 and has Down Syndrome, resolved pulmonary hypertension, and postoperative duodenal ileus. He also has had patching for his crossed eyes. He was in a healing home, but his orphanage requested he be returned when his health improved. Luke crawls and scoots. His favorite hangout is to crawl into the bottom of the exersaucer (the saucer part) and hang out there, staring at his hands. He is quiet, and easily entertains himself. Luke is on the shared list. 

Recent update (Summer 2014):
Does he have any health problems currently?
No problem.
What is his favorite food, and does he eat well?
he likes to drink milk/formula. He loves bottle. He has good appetite. He can also eat some steamed eggs and congee.
How is his sleeping?
He sometimes goes to sleep very late at night. He likes to play in his own bed. He falls in sleep when he’s tired. He sleeps well once he falls in sleep.
Is he able to stand/walk on his own or with help?
No. He can stand up by holding onto handrail.
What is his favorite activity?
He loves to ride hobby horse. He’s very happy on it (see picture).
What is his personality like?
He laughs when his nanny’s holding and playing with him. He’s very quiet. He likes to play alone.
Does he respond to his name?
not really fast.
Is he bonded to his care takers? Who is he closest to?
very close to his nanny.
How is his development compared to his peers (especially those with Down Syndrome)?
his upper limbs are not very strong. He can’t hold bottle and feed himself. But he can sit alone now.
Does he like to be held/cuddled?
Yes.

His updated measurements:
Height: 72cm; Weight: 11kg; Head: 45cm; Foot: 11cm.

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Alec

Alec is three years old. He has anopthalmia of the right eye, and developmental delays. He is making improvements in his development, but still has significant delays. Alec is currently living in a wonderful healing home and receiving great care, but he needs a family to help him reach his full potential! Alec is on the shared list.

Louisa

Louisa is a sweet 7.5 year old girl. She likes to wear pretty dresses and have her hair braided. She is in a foster family, and likes to help with her little foster sisters and play with the family dog. Louisa is diagnosed with a right eye maldevelopment (she had surgery for a lacrimal duct blockage, and her eye is weaker on that side), right hand syndactyly of two fingers, mild Epidermolysis Bullosa, and speech delays. This little love needs a family to help her find her way!

Ji

Ji is now eight years old. He has post operative spina bifida, postoperative hernia, and post operative club foot. He has normal intelligence. He likes to listen to music and sing. He likes playing with trucks, cars, and balls. His right leg is also shorter than his left, for which he will be getting a special shoe. He can walk, run, jump, and go up and down stairs well. He is currently in school and is doing well.

Yang

Yang is now seven years old. He has postoperative anal artresia and post-op ASD. His intelligence is normal, as are his motor skills. As of the last update, he had control of his bladder and was working on bowel management. Yang is now attending a bilingual international school!

Bin

 

 

 

 

 
Bin is ten years old, and diagnosed with mild cerebral palsy, intermittent seizures, and estropia of both eyes (normal intellectual development). His cerebral palsy affects his left hand, and gives him a bit of a limp in his left leg. His favorite toys are Transformers and electric cars. He likes playing outside, dancing, and singing!

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Gong

Gong has been living in a loving group foster home since he was a baby/young toddler. He is seven years old, and has post-op spina bifida. Gong is a sweetheart with a great sense of humor.