Birth Date: 2000
Enthnocultural Background: First Nations
Dennis
Birth Date: 2003
Ethnocultural Background: First Nations
Stacey
Birth Date: 2006
Ethnocultural Background: First Nations
Jasper
Birth Date: 2009
Enthnocultural Background: First Nations
Jeanette
Birth Date: 2010
Ethnocultural Background: First Nations
If you are looking for an instant family, this five sibling group is sure to give you a full parenting experience! Each child has their own strengths and together they possess a great capacity to give and receive love to one another and to you, should you chose to take this journey. Sherry is the eldest of the group and often takes on the role of caregiver for her younger siblings. She is described as helpful, caring, sweet and generous. Arts and crafts are a favourite activity; she excels in this area both at home and at school. She requires assistance with math and reading, and sometimes also when interacting with her peers, as Sherry can act out by bullying others (she witnessed abuse in the home). Sherry shows her capacity for compassion and kindness with animals, especially cats and horses, which are her favourite. She relates well with adults and is open to bonding with caregivers. In Sherry’s words, having a forever home would mean “we stay in the same home forever and not with another parent”.
Dennis has a knack for arts and crafts, just like his big sister. He also excels in gym and loves swimming and playing on the trampoline. He is an active, likable, spirited young fellow who often plays the role of ‘class clown’ at school. Like Sherry, Dennis was exposed to alcohol prenatally, and is easily over stimulated and can get ‘hyper’. He benefits from space to run as well as consistent support to control his energy around younger children and animals. Dennis is open and eager to bond with a patient, understanding caregiver, someone who, in his words, would be “a nice person who takes care of us”. This lovely boy deserves just that.
Stacey is outgoing, bright, active, and likes talking to everyone! Stacey plays well with other children and enjoys her time at school, including crafts like her older siblings. She is on track developmentally and relates well to peers and adults alike. She is athletic and can be found running around the playground, but also loves nothing more than to sit on your lap and be read a story. When asked to describe herself, Stacey said “I am good and I like school and I like my friends”. She also said “I want a mommy and a daddy” to look after her and siblings so she can have an anchor of security and support while she ventures forth to explore the world with great enthusiasm.
Jasper follows his older sister Stacey around and copies everything she does – a typical younger sibling! He has a happy, playful disposition, and takes his time to warm up to new people and situations, unlike his more outgoing sister. Though once he gets to know you he can be quite rambunctious and mischievous! Jasper is on track with his peers in terms of physical and psychological development. He is also blessed with a good appetite, not something always found in a young child! He has asthma and is sensitive to smoke so would require a non-smoking household as his permanent home.
Finally, the youngest Jeanette is a delightful, clever little child who will charm you with her sweet and sensitive disposition. Similar to her older brother Jasper, she likes to sit and observe before joining the activity – she has good boundaries and a thoughtful approach. Jeanette loves story books, electronic toys, and listening to music. She may require some speech therapy in the future, though so far is developing on par with her peers. Jeanette was exposed to drugs prenatally which may be a factor in her ongoing development.
In opening your arms to these children you would embrace a full group of bonded siblings: the eldest child who wants to be helpful, a sweet little one you can rock to sleep, and everything in between. A patient, energetic, well supported family with an understanding of the effects of FASD would be best suited to these children. A First Nations family would be preferred, and the adoptive parents should be prepared for some openness with the birth family. Finally, while it’s true that parenting a family of five children comes with its share of challenges, if you are up to the task, it’s guaranteed that both you and these wonderful children will grow in untold ways.
Top