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Breanna

Age: 13

Profile and portrait provided by A Family For Every Child.

Breanna is an energetic and healthy twelve year old girl. She has long brown hair and green eyes. Breanna is talkative and thoughtful. Breanna loves to ride her bike and swim. She is an avid reader and especially enjoys comic books. Breanna loves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and chocolate! Breanna is extremely creative and artistic in all areas of her life. She is really good at drawing. Breanna is inquisitive and well spoken. She enjoys being with other people but can also entertain herself.

Breanna has two siblings. She has an older brother who is placed in long term foster care and a younger sister that was adopted. Breanna longs for contact with her siblings. However, due to each child's needs that has not been possible for the past few years. Eventually when Breanna is in her adoptive placement she would like to see her brother and sister occasionally. Breanna would like to maintain some contact with her siblings. DHS is constantly assessing each child's needs to see when visitation could be possible.

Breanna needs a patient and understanding family who can support and encourage her as she continues to grow and develop. Breanna would like a family that has time to listen to her and spend time with her daily. Breanna would most likely blossom with a family who has time to be with her daily. Breanna would benefit from being a part of a family with a large extended family that she can be connected to as well. She needs a family that has energy to play and interact with her. She needs to have clear boundaries and predictable routines. Breanna needs a family who is willing to commit to her long term. She also needs a family that can provide stability and enduring caring even when she feels unstable. Breanna also needs parents who can advocate for her in her school setting if needed. Breanna would love to have a family that attends church and has animals. She also would like to have a family who enjoys bike riding and being outdoors.

Breanna is available for adoption through the State of Oregon. To learn more about him, adoption or becoming a foster parent, email the Idaho CareLine or call 1-800-926-2588. In Idaho you can dial 2-1-1.

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