Christopher (#10220)
Age: 13 yrs, 8 mos
Race: African American
Gender: Male
This child can be adopted alone.
Christopher 'Chris' is an adorable, sweet and caring young man. He prefers to stay active and enjoys playing football and basketball. At school he likes his math and band classes. He states that he likes band because he gets to make lots of noise. Chris is a loving and helpful young man who needs an adoptive family to help him deal with his past abuse. He needs a family that is willing to be patient and assist Chris is building trust and confidence. Christopher would do best in a home where he is the youngest child and would benefit from having older siblings in the home who can be additional role models. Chris is a sensitive boy who hates to disappoint his caregivers; he desperately wants to be loved and accepted. Chris would prefer a family where at least one parent is African American; he states that he wants a family that "matches me".
If you think your family would be a good match for Christopher, or if you would just like more information about any of the children on this website, please contact:
Angela Zinn, Adoption Recruiter
Adoption Unit
azinn@youthville.org
316.529.9100 ext. 8321