Introducing Denise

Denise, (age 13) can be a very charming and engaging young lady. She is quiet at first but will warm up to new people when she gets to know them. Denise loves to talk about music, “especially Michael Jackson!” In addition to music, she enjoys dancing and shopping.

A closer look…
At this time, Denise is hesitant towards her adoption plan. She is working on developing a consistent daily routine. Denise is developing appropriate coping skills and continues to work on controlling her emotions. She is learning to establish a positive self-image of herself and would benefit from encouragement in developing stronger self esteem. Denise is hesitant to open herself up to others and needs a strong support system to illuminate her positive qualities. As she moves into adulthood she may need assistance from an adoptive family. Denise will also need assistance in establishing and maintaining positive peer relationships.

How you can help…
Denise is in need of an adoptive family who will understand the responsibilities of parenting a child who has overcome a turbulent past. The family must provide Denise with a loving, encouraging and understanding home where she can feel safe and accepted. The adoptive family must also be very patient and understand that Denise may have difficulty establishing a trusting bond with the family at first. The family must be willing to advocate for any support services that will be beneficial to Denise’s emotional, developmental and educational needs now and in the future. Denise is hesitant towards her adoption plan and any potential family must be extremely patient and be willing to engage at Denise’s pace.

For more information please contact her adoption worker, Ellen Morrison at 616.774.0598 or to email her,click here.