Becoming a Parent through Foster Care and Adoption in Massachusetts

With offices in Lowell, Massachusetts, Casey Family Services works with parents to provide foster care and adoption services throughout the northeast corner of the state. All kinds of people parent children and youth in foster care, whether as foster or adoptive parents. Our families comprise a broad range of individuals from different economic circumstances, diverse ethnicities and cultural backgrounds, and include those who are single, married, gay, and lesbian. While we need families in communities throughout Massachusetts, there is a great need for parents in Andover, Haverhill, Lawrence, and Lowell.

Youth in Need of Family in Massachusetts

James, age 10
imageJames has an engaging personality and a sense of humor, both of which make him instantly likeable to both peers and adults. When asked to describe himself, James says: “I am helpful, shy, and smart.” When asked what he likes, James smiles and quickly identifies “[his] foster family, computers, video games and playing basketball and soccer.”

As his social worker, James and I spend a lot of time together. I see firsthand that he is smart, easy going, and silly. He has a huge heart for the important people in his life and an incredible desire to socialize. He is a bit of a clown who loves entertaining others. His engaging way can’t help but shine through!

When asked what he wants most in a family James says, “Someone who will love and be with me forever; someone who will show me what it means to have caring relationships in my life.”

If you would like to learn more about James, please contact me, MaryLuz Arling, at Casey Family Services, 978.937.1877.

Carlos, age 16


imageCarlos is a spontaneous, fun-loving 16 year old with an engaging personality. He likes to joke and laugh and easily makes friends with both peers and adults. Like most kids his age, Carlos has an independent spirit, but very much enjoys being at home. He likes animals and takes pride in the way he dresses. Shoes MUST match the outfit!

Some of his favorite activities are playing X-Box, hanging out with friends, and surfing. He is an industrious young man who has a good start on a job resume. His has worked at an ice cream shop, a restaurant, and currently is employed at a grocery chain. He has done well in all three. With an eye to the future, Carlos has set up a bank account and is working toward obtaining a driver’s license. Having an amazingly resilient spirit, Carlos has overcome many obstacles in his life. He is impressively smart and as an 11th grade student has already passed the English and math MCAS exams.

Carlos very much wants a family to call his own. Because he has maintained contact with members of his biological family, it is important to him that his adoptive family supports those connections.

If you would like to know more about Carlos, please contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) at 978.937.1877.

Hector, age 10


imageMy name is Hector and I want to be adopted. I am 10 years old and Latino. I like sports, and I am good at soccer, basketball, and football. I also enjoy playing video games, watching television, and studying Spanish. I am in special education and work hard at school.

I currently live in a residential facility, but very much want to be in a family. I think I would do best with two parents and no other children living in the home. I am still involved with my biological family and want to stay connected with them, even when adopted. I want a family that will always be there for me, no matter what.

If you would like to learn more about Hector, please contact Mary Luz Arling at Casey Family Services, 978.937.1877. In addition, view a short video featuring Hector from the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange.

Patrick, age 9


imageMy name is Patrick. I am looking for a forever family. Here are some things you might want to know about me.

I am a 9-year-old African American boy. I am kind and friendly. People say I have a warm smile and often describe me as “an entertainer at heart.” I love to sing, play drums, and dance to hip-hop music. I am energetic and enjoy being outdoors playing basketball and skateboarding.

At school, I am in the second grade. I have to work hard to learn and am in special education.I enjoy school and am working at grade level. Making and keeping friendships is important to me.

I think that I have made great strides to overcome a difficult past. I live in a foster home near Boston and look forward to being adopted into a family that will care for me forever. My perfect family would have two parents and children that are much older than me or a family where I am an only child. But maybe my perfect family is a family like yours.

If you would like to learn more about Patrick, please contact John Thompson at Casey Family Services, 978.937.1877.

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