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Male
5 years old
White

Siblings being placed together:

None Katie»

Child Functioning Levels:

None
Physical - Moderate
Emotional - Mild
Cognitive - Moderate
Learning - Moderate

Waiting Since: 05-31-2024
Story Last Updated: 11-25-2024
Photo Last Updated: 11-11-2024
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Don’t swing past this energetic youth! Riley is all about the swings when it comes to the playground, though he can be known to bounce around on a trampoline every now and then. He fully enjoys being thrown in the air too. Though he does have his active moments, Riley is known to be a really good cuddler. In fact, he loves cuddle time, being tickled, and lying down to flip through elephant and pig books. Whether it’s cuddle time or not, Riley likes to watch Mickey Mouse, Bluey, Winnie the Pooh and Peppa Pig. Riley loves to play independently and you can usually find him with matchbox cars, Barbie shoes, and other small random toys. He usually goes for red toys though since this seems to be his favorite color.

According to an adult close to him, Riley is “cheerful, inquisitive and loving.” Riley likes to be held and carried like a toddler. It ties into his cuddly personality. When going to bed after a long fun-filled day, Riley likes to have a blanket or toy to hold. When it comes to food his favorites include macaroni and cheese, bananas, pasta, spinach tetrazzini, pizza, goldfish crackers, bread, and regular or chocolate milk. As you can see, he’s not too terribly picky except when it comes to vegetables. Riley doesn’t like to eat vegetables just on their own, but mix them into something like a casserole and he doesn’t seem to mind.

Riley would do well in any two-parent home but consideration will be given to a single parent with a very strong support system. He would benefit from parents who are experienced with children, and trauma informed. His future parents will need to be strong advocates for the services that will help Riley reach his full potential. Riley would thrive as the youngest child in the home. Riley needs a family who will be loving and supportive no matter what. It is important that Riley is adopted with his sister, as they share a close bond.