Michael, who likes to be called Mikey, is a bright and friendly boy. He is a great dancer but tends to be self-conscious, and he is also learning to play the guitar. He recently played on a football team, was an excellent player, and really LOVED it.

Mikey is also very curious and likes to ask questions about what he does not understand. Mikey does have a great sense of humor and can make anyone laugh. He can light up a room with his smile and laughter. To meet Mikey is to love him.

Can I Adopt?

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

The process to adopt 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 your family will fit well with.

To learn more about adoption from foster care visit www.mareinc.org . Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) can give you guidance and information on the adoption process. Reach out today to find out all the ways you can help children and teens in foster care.