Timothy and Jennifer Abbott are kind, intentional, and people of faith. They adopted their son Abraham (10) and their daughter Clementine (6) through Children’s Home Society and are ready to adopt a third child. Tim is pastor at Redemption Church and Jenn is a stay-at-home mom. They reside in Richmond, VA in Henrico County. They enjoy being at home or socializing with friends of theirs who enjoy spending time with the children as well. They enjoy taking the children to parks, museums, having play dates, reading books, and playing with toys. Tim loves to play baseball with Abraham while Jenn and Clementine have mommy/daughter fun time. Tim and Jenn have a strong support network. The family is well-known to CHS and has been compliant with support and services. They are approved to foster/adopt a male or female child between the ages of 3 and 5 or a sibling group between the ages of 3 and 8 of any racial heritage. Contact Sarah Britt: [email protected] 804-353-0191 ext. 240
Anne-Catherine Barrett is one of the sweetest people you will ever meet! She is a single female who lives in Dumfries, Virginia. She enjoys traveling, reading, and exploring new restaurants. In the summer, you can find Anne-Catherine at the community pool or participating in outdoor activities. In the wintertime, she can be found inside completing jigsaw puzzles and reading fiction or thriller novels. She is looking forward to taking her child to museums, zoos, and many other trips to provide them with opportunities to explore new people and things. Anne-Catherine is employed as a Professional Assistant for Keller and Heckman LLP. She is ready to adopt and provide her child with love and a stable home. Anne-Catherine is approved for a female child between the ages of 6 and 17. Contact Sarah Britt: [email protected] 804-353-0191 ext. 240
The Metzgers are an active, friendly, and devoted family who have experience with adopting from foster care. Rachel and RJ currently live with their two adopted sons, ages 4 and 7, in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The family enjoys taking road trips, going to farmers’ markets, going camping, going fishing on their boat, watching movies, playing arcade games, and trying new food. The Metzgers look forward to expanding their family and supporting a child in meeting her goals. The Metzgers feel experienced and well-supported in their community when it comes to adopting from foster care. The Metzgers are approved for a male or female child between 3 and 11 years of age. They are open to a child of any racial heritage. Contact Connie Mathers: [email protected] 804-986-1063.
The Pepins are a loving, family-oriented Caucasian and Puerto Rican family who live in Fredericksburg, Virginia. They are active, enjoy family time, and are committed to their Christian faith. Elijah and Cassie have been married for 11 years and have a strong, committed marriage based on common values and beliefs. They have four children: Elisha (10), Gideon (8), Micah (7) and Naomi (2), and they feel prepared to welcome another child into their family. They enjoy sports, family time, crafts, and reading. The Pepins are approved as adoptive parents for a male child, 6-12 years of age and are open to a child of any racial heritage. Contact Connie Mathers: [email protected] 804-986-1063.
Kurt and Krissy Von Tish are a kind, thoughtful, and loving couple who reside in Richmond, VA. They have been married for 10 years. They enjoy exploring different restaurants, playing board games, putting together puzzles and miniature golf. Kurt is employed fulltime as a Senior Technical Editor and Krissy is a fulltime Senior Marketing Coordinator for Quinn Evans. They are open to parenting a child or children with a variety of behavioral needs. They believe their role is to keep a child safe and healthy while giving them the tools to navigate the world and interact with other people. Having been diagnosed and treated for depression and anxiety, they understand the patience and work needed to ensure a successful placement. Kurt and Krissy are approved for a male or female child of any racial heritage between the ages of 6 and 17. They are also approved for a sibling group of up to three. Contact Sarah Britt: [email protected] 804-353-0191 ext. 240
Adam and Cindy Deuell are friendly, creative, and committed to growing their family through adoption. They reside in Newport News, VA and have been married for 4 years. Adam and Cindy enjoy traveling, being outside, completing home renovations and exploring new things. Adam is caring, creative and funny. He enjoys 3D modeling and printing, as well as video games. Cindy is outgoing, well organized and committed. They are open to exploring kiddos with a mild to moderate behavioral background between the ages of 6 and 11. They are interested in a sibling group (male and female) and open to exploring other kiddos who are not required to be the only child in the home. They have a good support system and flexible work schedules. The Deuell’s are approved for a male or female child of any racial heritage between the ages of 6 and 17 and are open to a sibling group of up to two. Contact Sarah Britt: [email protected] 804-353-0191 ext. 240
Anna Ford is a loving, honest, and family-oriented single mother who has experience with adopting from foster care. Anna currently lives with her two adopted sons, ages 19 and 10, in Lorton, Virginia. As a retired teacher, Anna enjoys watching movies, spending time with her friends, volunteering, and trying out new recipes. Anna looks forward to spending time doing family activities and trying new things together with her children. Anna feels experienced and well-supported in her community when it comes to adopting from foster care. Anna is approved for a male child of African-American or biracial heritage between the ages of 0 and 14. Contact Connie Mathers: [email protected] 804-986-1063.
The Mazayas are a loving, supportive Hispanic family who lives in Bealeton, Virginia. They are welcoming of others, enjoy family time, and are committed to their Christian faith. Silvia has two children from a previous marriage, one of which lives in the home. The Mazaya family has wanted to adopt from foster care for several decades and they feel they’re prepared to provide therapeutic parenting. They enjoy crafting, playing board games, and listening to music. The Mazayas can’t wait to play and be active with an adopted child and they’re looking forward to a new phase of life as adoptive parents. The Mazayas are approved for a male or female child, 6-11 years of age. They are open to a child of any racial heritage. Contact Connie Mathers: [email protected] 804-986-1063.
Angela Williams is a kind and caring single female who lives in Woodbridge, VA. She enjoys traveling, spending time with friends, shopping, watching tv, and being home with her two dogs. Angela is a clinical psychologist, acting as a Behavioral Health Officer in the United States Public Health Service. Angela is motivated to adopt by her own story of being adopted at the age of 2. She has been thoughtful about her own adoption experience and hopes to build from that as she parents. She looks forward to showing her child the world and exposing them to new activities and opportunities. Angela has the support of her friends and colleagues as she pursues adoption from foster care. Angela is excited and ready to grow her family! Angela Williams is approved for one to two male or female children, ages 0-15. She is open to a child of African American, Biracial, Multiracial, or Hispanic heritage.Contact Sarah Britt: [email protected] 804-353-0191 ext. 240.