Active, smart Lisa, a lover of reading.

Lisa is described as funny and smart. She is open to new experiences: she has ridden horses, taken violin lessons, played volleyball at her school, and participated in a local production of The Wizard of Oz. She enjoys arts and crafts, playing card and board games, and watching videos on her tablet.

Lisa loves to read and you can always count on her to have a book on hand. One day Lisa would like to take gymnastics or karate lessons. Lisa also attends a youth group which she really enjoys.

Can I adopt?

If you are over 18 years old, have a stable source of income and a place in your heart, you may be an ideal candidate for adopting an expecting child. Adoptive parents may 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: foster care adoption in Massachusetts is completely free.

The process of adopting a child from foster care includes education, interviews, and home visits to determine if adoption is right for you. These steps will help you find a group of children or siblings that will fit well into your family.

To learn more about foster care adoption, visit www.mareinc.org. The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) can provide you with guidance and information about the adoption process. Contact us today to learn how you can help children and teens in foster care.