Photolisting Profile for Juan

Juan is a 16-year-old boy from Texas who is hoping to be adopted.

Juan can be a very easy going child who interacts well with others in his in the home. Juan likes to watch TV, ride his bike, and he loves to play video games with his peers. He does not play an organized sport, but still enjoys a good game of basketball with his friends. Juan receives special assistance in classes at school. He is doing well academically and can be a good student. He interacts well with his classmates and his teachers. Juan sometimes becomes distracted and gets off task during class. His teacher is able to re-direct his attention to his school work so he can completes his assignments. Juan is a helpful child around the house and he likes to do extra chores. He has the ability to attach to others. He has a good relationship with his current family. Juan is able to build, develop and establish relationships with people and he likes to socialize. Juan is sociable, and is more open after he develops a rapport with a person.

Juan will flourish with a strong male role model. He needs a family where the caregivers are able to provide him with individualized attention. Juan needs a home that is very structured, as he needs a stable and consistent environment. A family who provides academic support will be best. He will do well with a family who allows him to express his creativeness and is active in sports. Juan will also benefit from a family who would help him preserve their cultural heritage.