Photolisting Profile for Tony R

Tony R is a 17-year-old boy from Maine who is hoping to be adopted.

Tony (DOB 5/96) is a funny, inquisitive little boy who loves to make others laugh. He loves to help clean house, especially vacuuming. He enjoys participating in hands-on activities and is very good with his hands. Tony has made alot of progress over that few years in school and has even made the honor roll! Tony receives special education services at school and is in a self contained classroom for most of his classes. He is mainstreamed in science and math, with hand-on lessons and instruction. Tony currently has contact with his maternal and paternal grandparents. He is very attached to his grandparents and it is essential that contact be able to continue in an adoptive home. Tony would do best in a family that can provide him with a set routine at home. He will benefit from having parents who are comfortable advocating for him and his needs; especially in the school setting. Tony needs a two parent family who can share the parenting responsiblities. Adoption subsidy may be available through The Department of Health and Human Services. For more information, please contact Susan Thornton, adoption caseworker at 35 Anthony Ave., State House Station #11 Augusta, Maine 04333 or by calling (207) 624-8088.