Bailey dreams of owning a boba restaurant one day! Whether it is the food or anime that originates from Japan, she is all about it. From people who know her best, Bailey is smart, kind, empathetic, and motivated by her future. Ask about her: buff.ly/44e4Y0j #AdoptMOKids

Kind and funny Lucas loves building things with LEGO & riding his bike. He likes animals and thinks dogs are the best. He will never turn down pizza & idolizes Superman. He wants to live in a home with a dog and climb mountains in the future. buff.ly/47gwA7w #AdoptMOKids

Sarah loves dancing, swimming, and going for walks. Like most teens, she likes to spend time on her phone and with her friends. She is not a picky eater, and Chick-fil-A mac & cheese has a special place in her ❤️. buff.ly/43NSw7A #AdoptMOKids

This is Jamour - a helpful, creative, and athletic young man! He'll always take you up on a trip to Texas Roadhouse. He adores his sister and is a fan of all music. Watch this video to learn all about him: buff.ly/4anyww3 buff.ly/454Q5P3 #AdoptMOKids

Myesha is a dancer and fashionista! She loves dogs, pizza, and art. She dreams of becoming a hairstylist or makeup artist in the future. She's looking for her forever family - could that be you? buff.ly/4c4XXUB #AdoptMOKids

Meet Karmajah! She is creative and artistic and enjoys playing video games. She loves listening to music and sewing. While she is sometimes shy, she is easy to find common ground with! Inquire about her today: buff.ly/48LxXL9 #AdoptMOKids #AdoptionSpotlight

Cartier is the happiest guy you will ever meet! His laugh will fill a whole room with joy. He's a climber, & loves the playground & indoor play spaces. Check out this great video by Show Me St. Louis: buff.ly/431gfC7 #AdoptionSpotlight #AdoptMOKids buff.ly/3TiYECo

This future businessman dreams of being the CEO of his own company when he grows up! Braden is content playing computer games & showing off his impressive dance skills. A musician, he is known to be kind & thoughtful. Inquire about him today: buff.ly/48HiAEu #AdoptMOKids

Developing a trusting relationship will take time, authenticity, and respect—as well as practice in cultural competence, responsiveness, and humility. Find resources on the #NationalAdoptionMonth website. #adoptMOkids @ChildWelfareGov childwelfare.gov/.../adoptionre…

It is important to help youth find their voice. “You are more than your traumas. You have the ability to create your own future, full of purpose and potential.” -- Tawanna Brown @AdoptUSKids blog.adoptuskids.org/finding-my-voi… #NationalAdoptionMonth #adoption #fostercare #adoptMOkids

This is Michaela! An artist looking for her forever home, she enjoys playing basketball where ever she can! She dreams of the beach and vacations with her family. Is your family right for her? buff.ly/45kdviP #AdoptMOKids Ask about her today: buff.ly/3Q3p4Xf

Last Friday, the DSS team wore purple to help bring awareness to all the children looking for forever homes in Missouri. Did you participate in "Wear Purple Day?" Send us your pictures! #NationalAdoptionMonth #AdoptMOKids

Have you heard of Adoption Subsidy? Adoption Subsidy is a collaborative agreement between the Children's Division staff and the adoptive/guardianship family to help with meeting the needs of the child. #AdoptMOKids Learn more: buff.ly/3gpB2Lx

Every teenager in #fostercare has a story to tell. Here are tips for how to make conversations matter and engaging youth. #NationalAdoptionMonth #adoption #adoptMOkids #bringingfamiliestogether To learn more about adoption from foster care, call our inquiry line at 314-938-5690.

Providing a welcoming and safe space gives youth the confidence to use their voice. Empower youth around their identity and permanency needs. #NationalAdoptionMonth #adoption #fostercare #adoptMOkids #bringingfamiliestogether childwelfare.gov/topics/adoptio…

If you are a @Raiders fan, you may find some friendly competition with Jaiden, who is a die-hard @Chiefs fan. He loves playing sports and Nerf toys. Any activity that involves being outside is appealing to Jaiden. Ask about him now: buff.ly/3YpmRHx #AdoptMOKids

34 months is the average time in care for children waiting to be adopted, and minority children spend more time in care than other children. #NationalAdoptionMonth #adoptMOkids #bringingfamiliestogether To learn about #adoption from #fostercare, call us 314-938-5690.

Reminder to wear purple TODAY / Fri., Nov. 17 to bring awareness to Missouri adoption! Please tag us in your photos! #AdoptMOkids #NationalAdoptionMonth #BringingFamiliesTogether #adoption #fostercare

Join us TOMORROW / this Friday, Nov. 17 in wearing purple to bring awareness to Missouri adoption! Please share! And share your photos with us on Friday by tagging us! #AdoptMOkids #NationalAdoptionMonth #BringingFamiliesTogether #adoption #fostercare