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Legally free, ROBERT (12/00) is a very affectionate and loving little boy with a contagious smile and a sweet, mellow personality. Among his favorite activities are watching American Sign Language (ASL) videos for preschoolers who are deaf. Building with blocks and Legos and learning how to peddle a tricycle are activities that are encouraging his fine and gross motor skills development.

Robert, who responds well to structure and routine, is much like a three-year old toddler in his overall development. He thrives on one-on-one attention from the significant adults in his life. Robert has a trusting relationship with his foster family, especially his foster mom, and with his respite provider. He enjoys being around other children, although his lack of verbal communication, at least for now, means he may push other kids or take things from them to get their attention. He is learning to sign in his school program at the Washington School for the Deaf, and his ASL vocabulary is growing nicely.

Robert’s deafness and sight impairment are among the residual effects of a rare genetic disorder that has caused him to have multiple medical and developmental special needs. While there is no cure at this time and no standard course of treatment for the disorder, he is currently making some progress in physical therapy. Other medical and treatment professionals monitor his health and his needs on a regular basis.

Robert’s worker is looking for that special family who will claim him as their own from the get go. Of course, his adoptive folk(s) will need to have a lot of time and attention to devote to him, and also be willing to be strong advocates for the various medical, developmental, and educational services that will help to meet his needs. His foster mom believes that he will benefit from having siblings in his adoptive home.

While two parents could certainly be a benefit, Robert’s worker does not want to miss out on hearing from those remarkable single moms and dads who have strong support systems of family, friends, and community resources to help them meet challenges. Having respite for Robert and for his adoptive folk(s) will be an important resource to help the family successfully be there for Robert.


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