Meet Sam: A Joyful, Water-Loving Teen with a Big Heart

Big Heart, Big Personality

Samuel (Sam) is a vibrant, easygoing, and affectionate teen who brings joy and laughter wherever he goes. Friendly and engaging, he’s full of excitement and warmth.

Imagination in Action

Sam loves playing with his favorite toys, especially his stuffed animals and play kitchen, where his imagination comes alive as he cooks up pretend meals and creative stories.

Water-loving and Active

He absolutely loves water play. Whether he’s splashing in the pool, running through sprinklers, or enjoying a sunny day outside, Sam is always having a great time. He’s a natural in the water and takes pride in his swimming skills.

Chill Time Favorites

Indoors, Sam enjoys coloring, watching his favorite shows, and spending time on his iPad.

Curious, Happy Eater

Sam enjoys a wide variety of foods, and his absolute favorite is Ghanaian cuisine—which he eats with enthusiasm. He loves meals that remind him of comfort, family, and fun.

Loving, Playful, and Thriving with Routine

Those who know Sam describe him as a sweet, loving child who thrives with structure, connection, and encouragement. With his bright energy, playful imagination, and affectionate nature, Sam is sure to bring warmth and laughter to a family ready to share in his adventures.

Who Can Adopt?

If you’re at least 18, have a stable source of income and have 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.

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Adopting 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 will be a good fit.

To learn more about adoption from foster care, call the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) at (617) 964-6273 or visit www.mareinc.org. Start the process today and give a waiting child a permanent place to call home.