Sometimes we can't quite coax the true personality out of the adoptable children we meet. We tried, and were able to see glimmers of this lovable 11-year-old named Rance. More>>
Monday, October 26 2009 12:21 PM EDT2009-10-26 16:21:57 GMT
This adoptable teen is enthusiastic about almost everything. She is in need of a loving family and has had too many people let her down. But Jenny says she always find the bright side.More >>
Monday, September 28 2009 3:01 PM EDT2009-09-28 19:01:32 GMT
Nobody ever said being a parent is easy. We bring you Forever Family each week because we believe someone out there is being called to help. This is Adara's story.
Monday, September 21 2009 2:31 PM EDT2009-09-21 19:31:17 GMT
This edition of Forever Family features sisters who are practically inseparable. They would benefit greatly from a loving and stable single- or two-parent family. More >>
Monday, September 7 2009 4:33 PM EDT2009-09-07 20:33:53 GMT
All children react differently to the tough reality of living in foster care and not having a forever family, but this teen is always looking for the rainbow.More >>
Wednesday, August 26 2009 3:31 PM EDT2009-08-26 19:31:32 GMT
We hope our Forever Family segments will touch the hearts of our viewers and promote adoption to families who may not have ever considered it. We hope this week's adoptable child's sweet smile will touch your heart.
Wednesday, August 26 2009 3:30 PM EDT2009-08-26 19:30:58 GMT
Adults have a hard time dealing with loss and rejection. That kind of pain is magnified in a child who has known more loss than love. This week's adoptable child is almost grown up, but she still wants a forever family. More >>
Monday, August 24 2009 12:24 PM EDT2009-08-24 16:24:37 GMT
The heartbreak of a child who has no parents can't be measured or understood by most of us. This adoptable child has known great sorrow, but still has hope for a forever family. More >>
Tuesday, August 11 2009 3:10 PM EDT2009-08-11 19:10:52 GMT
13 year old Tarris is a bright beautiful and athletic young lady. Her basketball team went 16 and 2 last year and she says they learned more from their two losses. "You gotta have teamwork. It's just all about teamwork."More >>
Monday, August 10 2009 6:00 PM EDT2009-08-10 23:00:43 GMT
Lots of kids are feeling anxious about school right about now, especially middle schoolers. Parents who understand can help a lot. That's one reason Makayla is very anxious to find a forever family.
Monday, July 20 2009 5:04 PM EDT2009-07-20 22:04:09 GMT
Good kids get lost in the system waiting for parents because not enough families are willing to open their doors and hearts to let them in. Steven is a great kid with a big heart. All he needs is a forever family. More >>
Monday, June 22 2009 10:48 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:48:14 GMT
Some people shine like beacons, no matter their circumstances. One young teen has every reason to be sad and bitter, but Meghan has an incredible attitude. She hopes and prays for a forever family.
Monday, June 22 2009 10:46 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:46:13 GMT
Adoption case workers strive to keep brothers and sisters together whenever possible. Eyewitness News introduces Elizabeth and Matthew who could add a lots of sugar and spice to your world in this week's Forever Family.
Monday, June 22 2009 10:44 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:44:31 GMT
Time is not on the side of adoptable teenage children who are still hoping for parents, but you may be the parent who can grant the deepest wishes of 15-year-old Chris. More >>
Monday, June 22 2009 10:44 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:44:20 GMT
Forever Family is all about changing lives. We want to give you the opportunity to completely change the outcome of a child's life and of course at the same time change yours.More >>
Monday, June 22 2009 10:42 AM EDT2009-06-22 15:42:34 GMT
Don't we all just want to be accepted for who we are? It takes many of us a lifetime to figure that out, but the adoptable children I've met so far know what they want. This child seeking a Forever Family.More >>
Monday, June 22 2009 10:37 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:37:25 GMT
Older children who are in foster care still have a strong desire to be adopted, but their hopes are diminishing. It's not too late for a likeable young man named Stedmon. Maybe you can become his forever family.
Monday, June 22 2009 10:29 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:29:13 GMT
Older children who are waiting to be adopted have special needs, because they have suffered great loss and pain. A Forever Family is the cure they need. This adoptable child is ready for the love you may be able to provide.
Monday, June 22 2009 10:27 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:27:19 GMT
We first met Kala at Christmas. She says it's hard being a teenager without guidance and love from parents. Kala is 13 years old and lives in a group home. She is praying for a Forever Family.
Monday, June 22 2009 10:26 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:26:41 GMT
Structure, support and praise are three of the most important things parents can give children. This adoptable child has been in foster care most of her life, but a forever family would give her what she needs. More >>
Thursday, May 21 2009 4:10 PM EDT2009-05-21 21:10:34 GMT
Somehow, some way most of the older children who are waiting for adoption learn how to cope with their situation. They figure out what they need and find the strength to remain positive. 16-year-old Brooklyn is mature with a childlike desire to have a Forever Family.
Thursday, May 21 2009 4:09 PM EDT2009-05-21 20:09:27 GMT
We've all met people who instantly made their mark. They take a room by storm, or they use their gregarious personalities to do good and lead others. 15-year-old James has all of those qualities. The only thing missing for this teen is a Forever Family.
Thursday, May 21 2009 4:06 PM EDT2009-05-21 20:06:42 GMT
The experts tell us loving parents can make a profound difference in a child's life, no matter how old the child is. This week's Forever Family features a 15-year-old girl who could truly blossom in a real family.
Monday, June 22 2009 10:34 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:34:36 GMT
Today's adoptable child will bring double blessings to the forever family" who gives her a permanent home. It's a unique situation with a daughter to adopt, and a granddaughter to love. More >>
Monday, November 16 2009 5:48 PM EST2009-11-16 22:48:34 GMT
We get to see a boy get his forever family. Anthony's story is a little complicated, but that is so often the case in adoptions. It's the outcome that matters.More >>
Monday, June 22 2009 10:50 AM EDT2009-06-22 14:50:52 GMT
Tommy Lee says "I'd do anything to get a family. I pretty much do a lot of praying every night... Just to get a family. I've been waiting a long time." More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:20 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:20:36 GMT
A home daycare operator is accused of crushing medications and supplements, including melatonin and an antihistamine, used for the purpose of causing drowsiness.More >>
A home daycare operator is accused of crushing medications and supplements, including melatonin and an antihistamine, used for the purpose of causing drowsiness.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:14 AM EDT2013-06-19 09:14:32 GMT
Pharmacies in Grundy County could soon require a prescription for a slew of cold medications.Tennessee has not been able to pass legislation to restrict the sale of pseudoephedrine. More >>
Pharmacies in Grundy County could soon require a prescription for a slew of cold medications. Tennessee has not been able to pass legislation to restrict the sale of pseudoephedrine. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:50:14 GMT
It has been a wet and rainy spring so far, which has probably been good for your garden or your lawn. But the rain is keeping local exterminators busy, keeping pests outside.More >>
It has been a wet and rainy spring so far, which has probably been good for your garden or your lawn. But the rain is keeping local exterminators busy, keeping pests outside.More >>
