“My friends would probably say, ‘She’s an intelligent girl. She’s moving on from her past and starting a new life.'”
Abigail “Abby” is a teenage girl who is thoughtful and kind hearted. Abby has a natural gift for caring for others and is genuinely interested in others’ well being. Abby is polite, respectful, and interested in making new friendships and maintaining old friendships. She has a warm, welcoming demeanor that makes people feel valued and heard. She remembers how others are feeling or doing and when she sees you the next time she follows up and lets you know she cares about you. Abby tries hard to stay out of “drama” and appreciates a family environment where everyone tries to get along and is responsible for their own actions.
Abby enjoys keeping up with fashion, hair, and nail trends. She likes being well groomed and takes pride in making a good impression. She loves animals and finds joy in spending time with them. Abby enjoys helping others and likes to keep her room and the home she lives in neat and tidy. Abby likes to listen to music and has an eclectic taste in music from current Top 40 hits, to gospel, to 80s music.
Abby has expressed a continued determination to do well in school and that education is important to her. Abby works hard to maintain good grades in school. She feels that learning and getting a good education is essential for life. Abby would like to make a difference in her future career. She is interested in becoming a vet tech and working with animals. Abby is also interested in a career in the Army and participates in JROTC.
For Abby, finding an adoptive family means finding a place where she feels wanted and cherished. She longs for a home where she is listened to, understood, and valued. Abby would thrive with a family that engages with her in thoughtful and attentive conversations, shows their commitment through active listening, and provides her the supportive environment she needs.
Given Abby’s background, it is essential that her adoptive family be well-versed in trauma-informed care. Understanding trauma responses and knowing how to mitigate them will be crucial in providing Abby with the stability and security she requires to feel safe and loved.
If you believe your family can offer Abby the loving, attentive, and supportive home she deserves, please inquire about her today.