Photolisting Profile for Raven

Raven is a 16-year-old girl from Tennessee who is hoping to be adopted.

Raven says, “I want an affectionate mom who understands me and listens to me.” Raven is a typical teenage girl. She loves talking on the phone and listening to her MP3 player. She likes going to the movies and eating out. She also enjoys girly things like shopping and getting her hair done. She does not like outdoor activities and prefers a more “urban” type family. Raven's case manger says “Raven is very personable and friendly. She wants to be a part of a family and she needs to be accepted for her she is.” Raven's counselor says “ Raven has a beautiful smile and a fun personality.” Raven's foster mom says “Raven is a sweet girl, who often makes me laugh. We have a lot of fun together.” Raven needs a family that will commit to her and understand that she has experienced a great deal of loss in her life. A family will need to be supportive of her and help process those losses by participating in counseling. Raven needs a family that will help her reach her potential in life, and be supportive of her educational needs. Raven would like fun and affectionate parents. She would do well in a one or two parent home, with other teenage girls. Raven does not wish to be an only child.