Tommy, 2 years old, has a beautiful smile.

His beautiful smile is a magnet that attracts meaningful connections. He loves to interact with others and is called a “ray of sunshine.”

Tommy has a tracheal tube, but it doesn’t stop him from walking, running and playing with the help of a yellow backpack that keeps him fed through a gastrointestinal tube.

He has a twin sister who he looks forward to spending time with.

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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; tenants 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.