Meet 7 year old Arthur! He was a little shy and quiet at first when we spent time together in November, but quickly warmed up. He did amazingly well on all of our tasks - he even did some of the harder cognitive games we usually play with the kids closer to 10 years old! His foster mother described him as gentle and considerate. He will often help her with chores, even though it’s not his favorite activity.

Arthur likes all physical activities and told us that he especially likes riding his bike. He also likes playing with toy cars and puzzles. He told us that his favorite foods are fruits and carrots, but he does not like peppers. He wants to be a police officer when he grows up. When I asked him to describe himself, he said he was “sunny” – too cute!

Arthur has, perhaps significant, vision issues. His file also states he has delays and possibly ADHD, however, as mentioned above he did well on our various developmental tasks. Arthur’s social workers have talked to him about adoption. He understands the difference between foster care and adoption, and has said he wants to be adopted. Could you be the forever family that Arthur is look for? Please contact mary.chapman@gladney.org for more information on Arthur.