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CBS News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 12-year-old J'Quan
MARE - J'Quan is an active and fun 12-year-old boy. He's honest and needs trust as he looks for a forever family. "I can be understanding sometimes. I talk really fast and no one can understand me. I'm sometimes friendly, if I'm in the mood," he said. J'Quan really likes building Legos. "I build stuff that can actually move instead of staying in one spot. That's mostly the reason why I'm getting stuff that requires batteries in it, and I have a rare collection of pieces that cost a fortune, to this day," he said. "I'm around him every day. All day, when he's not at school. He's funny, He's kind. He's very helpful, especially towards people younger than him sometimes," said clinician Timia Taylor. "You can see him using all the skills that he gets from a therapeutic aspect and the milieu. So it's rewarding to see him use those skills when he's around other people." For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
Boston Globe
4 days ago
- General
- Boston Globe
Lucas, 12, is confident, compassionate
He loves reading, swimming, playing soccer, riding his bike, and spending time with others. Whether he's engaging in a favorite activity or chatting with someone new, Lucas brings energy and positivity wherever he goes. He is also incredibly proud of his cultural background and speaks English, Ukrainian, Russian, and Spanish. Lucas lights up when he gets the chance to speak Russian or Ukrainian and enjoys connecting with others about heritage and identity. Lucas is a strong self-advocate with a mature perspective. He prefers meaningful conversations — especially with adults — and often shares one of his favorite sayings: 'Your words must match your actions.' Advertisement With the right support, Lucas is sure to thrive and continue growing into the confident, compassionate person he's becoming. Can I adopt? If you're at least 18 years old, have a stable source of income, and room in your heart, you may be a perfect match to adopt a waiting child. Adoptive parents can be single, married, or partnered; experienced or not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ+ singles and couples. As an adoptive parent, you won't have to pay any fees, adoption from foster care is completely free in Massachusetts. The process to adopt a child from foster care includes training, interviews, and home visits to determine if adoption is right for you. These steps will help match you with a child or sibling group that your family will fit well with. Advertisement Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) can give you guidance and information on the adoption process. To learn more about adoption from foster care visit Reach out today to find out all the ways you can help children and teens in foster care.
CBS News
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 12-year-old Kavon
MARE - Kavon is a sweet, friendly, and outgoing young boy with a warm and engaging personality. He loves drawing, watching cartoons, playing games on his tablet, spending time in the water, and kicking around a soccer ball. Kavon is personable and funny, with a great sense of humor that helps him build strong connections with those around him. He is also very responsible and considerate, often reminding his peers to push in their chairs or turn off the water after using the sink. Always ready to lend a helping hand, Kavon enjoys being supportive and kind to his friends. He likes going to school and is eager to learn new things. His favorite subjects are science and art, where he gets to explore, experiment, and be creative. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
CBS News
16-07-2025
- General
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 10-year-old Jaysheamy
MARE - Jaysheamy is a sweet and friendly young girl who loves to socialize and make new friends. She enjoys watching cartoons, playing with her collection of dolls and toys, and spending time outdoors whenever she can. Jaysheamy does very well in school. She attends a general education classroom and is consistently well-behaved and respectful. She thrives on being active and engaged and attends an after school program at her local Boys and Girls Club, where she participates in a variety of fun and enriching activities. Jaysheamy's cheerful personality and eagerness to learn make her a joy to be around. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
CBS News
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 11-year-old Neveah
WBZ/MARE Neveah may come across as shy and reserved at first, but once she feels comfortable, she becomes the life of the party! If there's a dance party happening, chances are Neveah is the one who started it. She's full of energy and fun, and would have a blast at the arcade, trampoline park, shopping, getting her nails done, or playing video games. A natural performer, Neveah shined in her school play and thrives when she's acting in skits or putting on a show. She also enjoys spending time outdoors, especially swimming or camping. One of her favorite outings is going to restaurants, and she's always up for a dish with a little spice! For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
