Sunday, April 1 2018 9:11 PM EDT2018-04-02 01:11:38 GMT
You can learn a lot about children, by the way they piece together a jigsaw puzzle. Some might get frustrated, or lose interest, others will stay focused, right through the very end. In Sunday's Adopt 8, Marcella Lee introduces us to a young boy, who shows us he's committed to achieving his goals - and he's hoping his dream of finding a forever home, comes true.
You can learn a lot about children, by the way they piece together a jigsaw puzzle. Some might get frustrated, or lose interest, others will stay focused, right through the very end. In Sunday's Adopt 8, Marcella Lee introduces us to a young boy, who shows us he's committed to achieving his goals - and he's hoping his dream of finding a forever home, comes true.
Sunday, March 4 2018 9:02 PM EST2018-03-05 02:02:06 GMT
Some people looking to adopt, choose to become foster parents first in the hope that one of their foster children might end up needing a permanent home.
Some people looking to adopt, choose to become foster parents first in the hope that one of their foster children might end up needing a permanent home.
Sunday, February 18 2018 9:09 PM EST2018-02-19 02:09:52 GMT
A collection of photographs designed to touch your heart, the "Heart Gallery" is traveling to local libraries, to raise awareness about the need for adoptive families.
A collection of photographs designed to touch your heart, the "Heart Gallery" is traveling to local libraries, to raise awareness about the need for adoptive families.
Sunday, January 7 2018 3:41 PM EST2018-01-07 20:41:38 GMT
On Adopt 8, we feature children who are considered "difficult to place" because they are older, or have special needs. This past year, wishes came true for several children featured on Adopt 8 who have been matched with a forever family, but many are still waiting to find a permanent home.
On Adopt 8, we feature children who are considered "difficult to place" because they are older, or have special needs. This past year, wishes came true for several children featured on Adopt 8 who have been matched with a forever family, but many are still waiting to find a permanent home.
Sunday, December 17 2017 9:44 PM EST2017-12-18 02:44:47 GMT
Over the past two decades, a former Adopt 8 child lived in seven foster homes and three group homes - and never ended up getting adopted. But now, Larry Banks is using his experience to help other foster youth change their own path and has dedicated his life to helping kids.
Over the past two decades, a former Adopt 8 child lived in seven foster homes and three group homes - and never ended up getting adopted. But now, Larry Banks is using his experience to help other foster youth change their own path and has dedicated his life to helping kids.
More than two dozen kids celebrated finding forever homes at the juvenile court near Serra Mesa on Nov. 17. 28 children and 20 families culminated their journey through the adoption process. San Diego County Adoptions officials said the day was especially important because it can sometimes takes years for an adoption to finalize. County officials said they are grateful for everyone that comes forward to provide homes for children and become adoptive parents.
More than two dozen kids celebrated finding forever homes at the juvenile court near Serra Mesa on Nov. 17. 28 children and 20 families culminated their journey through the adoption process. San Diego County Adoptions officials said the day was especially important because it can sometimes takes years for an adoption to finalize. County officials said they are grateful for everyone that comes forward to provide homes for children and become adoptive parents.
Sunday, October 15 2017 8:52 PM EDT2017-10-16 00:52:31 GMT
A successful adoption story for, not only for the children, but also for their parents who say they weren't sure if they would even be allowed to adopt.
A successful adoption story for, not only for the children, but also for their parents who say they weren't sure if they would even be allowed to adopt.
Sunday, July 16 2017 8:57 PM EDT2017-07-17 00:57:33 GMT
If you've always wanted to help foster children, but aren't in a position to adopt, mentoring could be the perfect way to make a difference in a child's life.
If you've always wanted to help foster children, but aren't in a position to adopt, mentoring could be the perfect way to make a difference in a child's life.
Sunday, April 9 2017 8:54 PM EDT2017-04-10 00:54:29 GMT
A local 14-year-old girl recently had to switch high schools again - for the third time this school year. Cinnamon is living in an emergency children's shelter right now - pulled away from a school that felt like home and a basketball team that felt like family.
A local 14-year-old girl recently had to switch high schools again - for the third time this school year. Cinnamon is living in an emergency children's shelter right now - pulled away from a school that felt like home and a basketball team that felt like family.
Monday, April 3 2017 11:03 AM EDT2017-04-03 15:03:40 GMT
A local 14-year-old girls says if she could have three wishes, they would include: a new cell phone and her own TV in her room - pretty typical for a teenager.
A local 14-year-old girls says if she could have three wishes, they would include: a new cell phone and her own TV in her room - pretty typical for a teenager.
Sunday, March 26 2017 9:16 PM EDT2017-03-27 01:16:20 GMT
It didn't take long for 10-year-old Cassandra to get the ball rolling, as she learned the rules of mini-golf. And after just a few holes, Cassie, as she likes to be called, began to open up with some knock-knock jokes.
It didn't take long for 10-year-old Cassandra to get the ball rolling, as she learned the rules of mini-golf. And after just a few holes, Cassie, as she likes to be called, began to open up with some knock-knock jokes.
Wednesday, March 15 2017 7:53 PM EDT2017-03-15 23:53:31 GMT
If a local nine-year-old boy could have any wish in the world, it would be to find a forever home. Angel makes friends easily and is a happy, outgoing boy, but his heart has been broken too many times by adults who have let him down.
If a local nine-year-old boy could have any wish in the world, it would be to find a forever home. Angel makes friends easily and is a happy, outgoing boy, but his heart has been broken too many times by adults who have let him down.
Thursday, March 9 2017 7:37 PM EST2017-03-10 00:37:13 GMT
The family you're about to meet didn't have plans to adopt. But what started as a helping hand for a friend led to a lifetime of love in the form of two little boys.
The family you're about to meet didn't have plans to adopt. But what started as a helping hand for a friend led to a lifetime of love in the form of two little boys.
Wednesday, March 1 2017 7:27 PM EST2017-03-02 00:27:35 GMT
He's a 13-year-old boy who's spent nearly half his life in foster care. Ramon would love nothing more than to have a family to come home to and talk about his day with, but he knows he has just a few years left to find a forever home.
He's a 13-year-old boy who's spent nearly half his life in foster care. Ramon would love nothing more than to have a family to come home to and talk about his day with, but he knows he has just a few years left to find a forever home. And that’s why this resilient boy, who likes math, reading, and soccer, stepped out of his comfort zone to be featured on Adopt 8, hoping it leads him to a forever family.
Monday, February 20 2017 4:12 PM EST2017-02-20 21:12:11 GMT
A local teenager has less than three years left, before she ages out of the foster care system. But 15-year-old Symphony says she's not giving up hope just yet that she and her siblings will be able to find a forever home to give them the unconditional love they deserve.
A local teenager has less than three years left, before she ages out of the foster care system. But 15-year-old Symphony says she's not giving up hope just yet that she and her siblings will be able to find a forever home to give them the unconditional love they deserve.
Monday, January 30 2017 12:31 PM EST2017-01-30 17:31:22 GMT
A lot has changed for two siblings we first introduced you to in 2015. The past couple years have been filled with a lot of new adventures for LT and Anessa shared with their forever family.
A lot has changed for two siblings we first introduced you to in 2015. The past couple years have been filled with a lot of new adventures for LT and Anessa shared with their forever family.
Thursday, January 19 2017 12:38 PM EST2017-01-19 17:38:29 GMT
A Christmas morning tradition for many kids includes opening gifts, but a local 10-year-old girl didn't want any presents. All she wanted for Christmas was a forever home.
A Christmas morning tradition for many kids includes opening gifts, but a local 10-year-old girl didn't want any presents. All she wanted for Christmas was a forever home.
Monday, January 16 2017 4:38 PM EST2017-01-16 21:38:54 GMT
When children are placed in foster care, the goal is to reunify them with their biological families, but when that isn't possible many foster families choose to adopt the child they've taken in and become their forever family.
When children are placed in foster care, the goal is to reunify them with their biological families, but when that isn't possible many foster families choose to adopt the child they've taken in and become their forever family.
Thursday, January 5 2017 1:40 PM EST2017-01-05 18:40:35 GMT
Many of the children featured on Adopt 8 in 2016 are beginning the New Year in a new home. Last year, we profiled 41 kids and we are so happy to share that nearly half of them have been matched with a forever family.
Many of the children featured on Adopt 8 in 2016 are beginning the New Year in a new home. Last year, we profiled 41 kids and we are so happy to share that nearly half of them have been matched with a forever family.
Wednesday, December 21 2016 7:54 PM EST2016-12-22 00:54:34 GMT
There's a need to find a special family for a special little girl. Five-year-old Akilah is currently living in a foster home, but it is time for her to transition into a permanent home. This little girl, of Samoan descent, deserves the unconditional love of a forever family.
There's a need to find a special family for a special little girl. Five-year-old Akilah is currently living in a foster home, but it is time for her to transition into a permanent home. This little girl, of Samoan descent, deserves the unconditional love of a forever family.
Tuesday, December 13 2016 4:20 PM EST2016-12-13 21:20:07 GMT
They say a picture is worth a thousand words and the hope is that the pictures which are featured in the Heart Gallery will speak to the hearts of future forever families and help find homes for waiting foster children.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words and the hope is that the pictures which are featured in the Heart Gallery will speak to the hearts of future forever families and help find homes for waiting foster children.
Monday, November 7 2016 12:28 PM EST2016-11-07 17:28:20 GMT
The Chargers are scoring points on and off the field. During the off season this past summer, Chargers players and Adopt 8 kids enjoyed a photoshoot for the 2017 Join the Team Calendar.
The Chargers are scoring points on and off the field. During the off season this past summer, Chargers players and Adopt 8 kids enjoyed a photoshoot for the 2017 Join the Team Calendar.
Monday, October 31 2016 5:22 PM EDT2016-10-31 21:22:19 GMT
It's not something you typically see on the birthday wish list of a 10-year-old girl. But for Lyann, whose birthday is Tuesday, November 1, finding a forever home would be the best gift she could receive.
It's not something you typically see on the birthday wish list of a 10-year-old girl. But for Lyann, whose birthday is Tuesday, November 1, finding a forever home would be the best gift she could receive.
Tuesday, October 18 2016 8:09 PM EDT2016-10-19 00:09:26 GMT
Adding four children to your home, all at once, would be a big change for any family. But the sibling set in this Adopt 8 is hoping there is a family out there, willing to take them in and give them the unconditional love they deserve.
Adding four children to your home, all at once, would be a big change for any family. But the sibling set in this Adopt 8 is hoping there is a family out there, willing to take them in and give them the unconditional love they deserve.
Tuesday, October 18 2016 7:54 PM EDT2016-10-18 23:54:40 GMT
Twice the joy and twice the love. It's a double blessing for one local family that adopted twins. Daisy and Nando went straight from the NICU to their new forever family.
Twice the joy and twice the love. It's a double blessing for one local family that adopted twins. Daisy and Nando went straight from the NICU to their new forever family.
Sunday, October 2 2016 8:49 PM EDT2016-10-03 00:49:14 GMT
It's a big milestone for Adopt 8, the Chargers, and San Diego County Adoptions. Each year, we work together to help raise adoption awareness with a calendar and 2017 will mark the 10th edition.
It's a big milestone for Adopt 8, the Chargers, and San Diego County Adoptions. Each year, we work together to help raise adoption awareness with a calendar and 2017 will mark the 10th edition.
Sunday, October 2 2016 7:23 PM EDT2016-10-02 23:23:03 GMT
They share the same birthday and sense of humor, but these eight-year-old twin boys want nothing more than to share a home. Angelo and Emilio have spent about half their lives living apart from each other.
They share the same birthday and sense of humor, but these eight-year-old twin boys want nothing more than to share a home. Angelo and Emilio have spent about half their lives living apart from each other.
Friday, September 23 2016 6:08 PM EDT2016-09-23 22:08:07 GMT
Two sisters, ages 11 and nine, really cherish their time together. That's because the two girls have had to live apart for the past several years, but Inta and Knolly say they're not giving up hope that there's a forever family out there for them.
Two sisters, ages 11 and nine, really cherish their time together. That's because the two girls have had to live apart for the past several years, but Inta and Knolly say they're not giving up hope that there's a forever family out there for them.
Friday, September 16 2016 6:14 PM EDT2016-09-16 22:14:14 GMT
The Chargers are all business on the field, but over the summer, Philip Rivers and his teammates took time out to help foster children find a forever home.
The Chargers are all business on the field, but over the summer, Philip Rivers and his teammates took time out to help foster children find a forever home.
Friday, August 26 2016 7:44 PM EDT2016-08-26 23:44:15 GMT
He was born severely disabled and was not expected to walk or talk. But Ricky proved everyone wrong and gives his mom all the credit for what he's accomplished in life.
He was born severely disabled and was not expected to walk or talk. But Ricky proved everyone wrong and gives his mom all the credit for what he's accomplished in life.
Friday, August 19 2016 7:42 PM EDT2016-08-19 23:42:47 GMT
An eight-year-old girl, who's currently in the foster care system, is hoping her future forever family is reading this story. Jhada loves to swim, play outdoors, create art projects, and she wants nothing more than to be able to enjoy those activities with a family of her own.
An eight-year-old girl, who's currently in the foster care system, is hoping her future forever family is reading this story. Jhada loves to swim, play outdoors, create art projects, and she wants nothing more than to be able to enjoy those activities with a family of her own.
Tuesday, August 9 2016 7:26 PM EDT2016-08-09 23:26:35 GMT
In this Adopt 8 segment, we take you behind-the-scenes of a special photo shoot for the making of the 2017 Join the Team Calendar.
In this Adopt 8 segment, we take you behind-the-scenes of a special photo shoot for the making of the 2017 Join the Team Calendar. This is the 10th calendar edition featuring Chargers players and Adopt 8 children and we’re celebrating this big milestone with a look at some of the calendar's success stories through the years.
Saturday, August 6 2016 2:32 PM EDT2016-08-06 18:32:56 GMT
It's been about five years since a local woman named Celeste first thought about adopting. I actually had the honor of meeting Celeste at a charity event back then and she shared with me she'd been considering adoption, but didn't know how to get started or if it would even be the right thing for her.
It's been about five years since a local woman named Celeste first thought about adopting. I actually had the honor of meeting Celeste at a charity event back then and she shared with me she'd been considering adoption, but didn't know how to get started or if it would even be the right thing for her.
Monday, July 25 2016 2:19 AM EDT2016-07-25 06:19:03 GMT
A local girl named Taylor is celebrating her 7th birthday this month. At the very top of her birthday wish list is finding a forever family. She says one with a dog would be the icing on the cake!
A local girl named Taylor is celebrating her 7th birthday this month. At the very top of her birthday wish list is finding a forever family. She says one with a dog would be the icing on the cake!
Wednesday, July 13 2016 12:29 PM EDT2016-07-13 16:29:02 GMT
Dwayne is a remarkably resilient and respectful boy who has emerged as a leader at his school while remaining optimistic that there is a forever family out there for him.
Dwayne is a remarkably resilient and respectful boy who has emerged as a leader at his school while remaining optimistic that there is a forever family out there for him.
Monday, July 11 2016 5:03 PM EDT2016-07-11 21:03:09 GMT
Local transgender teen, Sam, is sharing his adoption success story, hoping to inspire others to support transgender youth - especially the children in foster care, who are waiting to find a loving and accepting forever family.
Local transgender teen, Sam, is sharing his adoption success story, hoping to inspire others to support transgender youth - especially the children in foster care, who are waiting to find a loving and accepting forever family.
Monday, July 11 2016 4:28 PM EDT2016-07-11 20:28:54 GMT
Zach and Abigail were adopted as babies, and have known no other life, than the one with their forever family. Both children have overcome adversity, with Zach calling his life a miracle.
Zach and Abigail were adopted as babies, and have known no other life, than the one with their forever family. Both children have overcome adversity, with Zach calling his life a miracle.
Friday, July 1 2016 7:31 PM EDT2016-07-01 23:31:33 GMT
These two siblings showed up dressed to impress for this Adopt 8 segment. These well-behaved siblings are in need of a forever home, and Ariana and Floyd wore their Sunday best just in case their future forever family sees this report.
These two siblings showed up dressed to impress for this Adopt 8 segment. These well-behaved siblings are in need of a forever home, and Ariana and Floyd wore their Sunday best just in case their future forever family sees this report.
Friday, June 24 2016 7:33 PM EDT2016-06-24 23:33:20 GMT
It's safe to say the local dad featured in this story received more Father's Day cards than most dads. That's because he and his wife have a total of 13 children, five of whom joined the family through the gift of adoption.
It's safe to say the local dad featured in this story received more Father's Day cards than most dads. That's because he and his wife have a total of 13 children, five of whom joined the family through the gift of adoption.
Friday, June 17 2016 5:14 PM EDT2016-06-17 21:14:31 GMT
He's a 13-year-old boy in the foster care system, who has all but given up hope he'll find a forever home. We first met Willis three years ago and the handsome smile we saw back then is something we're seeing a lot less of these days.
He's a 13-year-old boy in the foster care system, who has all but given up hope he'll find a forever home. We first met Willis three years ago and the handsome smile we saw back then is something we're seeing a lot less of these days.
Friday, June 10 2016 2:40 PM EDT2016-06-10 18:40:09 GMT
SAN DIEGO (CBS 8) - If you've always wanted to help a foster child, but aren't in the position to foster or adopt this could be the perfect fit. There's currently a shortage of volunteer CASAs, which as Court Appointed Special Advocates who help foster kids navigate through the court system. As Mia waits to find her forever family, she knows there is one person she can always count on - Jere McInerney is Mia's CASA and the two have shared a number of adventures together, exploring S...
SAN DIEGO (CBS 8) - If you've always wanted to help a foster child, but aren't in the position to foster or adopt this could be the perfect fit. There's currently a shortage of volunteer CASAs, which as Court Appointed Special Advocates who help foster kids navigate through the court system. As Mia waits to find her forever family, she knows there is one person she can always count on - Jere McInerney is Mia's CASA and the two have shared a number of adventures together, exploring S...
Sunday, June 5 2016 2:22 PM EDT2016-06-05 18:22:58 GMT
Most kids grow up under the same roof as their siblings. But that's not always possible for children in foster care.
Most kids grow up under the same roof as their siblings. But that's not always possible for children in foster care. These three siblings, who are living apart right now, are holding out hope they'll soon find one forever family.
Wednesday, May 18 2016 12:43 PM EDT2016-05-18 16:43:19 GMT
It was supposed to be a temporary home for a little girl named Amy. But as fate would have it, Amy's foster home turned into her forever home. Now Amy and her mom are encouraging more Native American families to step forward, to foster and adopt.
It was supposed to be a temporary home for a little girl named Amy. But as fate would have it, Amy's foster home turned into her forever home. Now Amy and her mom are encouraging more Native American families to step forward, to foster and adopt.
Friday, May 13 2016 7:29 PM EDT2016-05-13 23:29:07 GMT
There's an urgent need to find a forever family for three local foster children. The siblings are living with one foster family right now, but that's only a temporary placement.
There's an urgent need to find a forever family for three local foster children. The siblings are living with one foster family right now, but that's only a temporary placement.
Wednesday, April 13 2016 7:57 PM EDT2016-04-13 23:57:13 GMT
A local couple had big plans to have a big family, but as fate would have it they were only able to have one biological child, which was ultimately a big blessing.
A local couple had big plans to have a big family, but as fate would have it they were only able to have one biological child, which was ultimately a big blessing.
Friday, April 8 2016 7:48 PM EDT2016-04-08 23:48:54 GMT
Many foster kids have suffered a lot of trauma and it takes them a while to open up. But as soon as I met eight-year-old Matthew he was chatting away, telling me about the things he likes most and his favorite things to do.
Many foster kids have suffered a lot of trauma and it takes them a while to open up. But as soon as I met eight-year-old Matthew he was chatting away, telling me about the things he likes most and his favorite things to do.
Monday, March 28 2016 4:53 PM EDT2016-03-28 20:53:45 GMT
Those who know her best, say eight-year-old Mia will steal your heart with her fun-loving spirit and inquisitiveness.
Those who know her best, say eight-year-old Mia will steal your heart with her fun-loving spirit and inquisitiveness. It's clear Mia has developed a special bond with the woman who has volunteered to be her Court Appointed Special Advocate, but as you'll see what Mia needs now is a forever family to create bonds that will last a lifetime.
Monday, March 21 2016 3:47 PM EDT2016-03-21 19:47:06 GMT
A local nine-year-old foster child is currently living in an emergency children's shelter. There's an urgent need to find Knolly a home that can accommodate her wheelchair.
A local nine-year-old foster child is currently living in an emergency children's shelter. There's an urgent need to find Knolly a home that can accommodate her wheelchair.
Friday, March 18 2016 6:58 PM EDT2016-03-18 22:58:57 GMT
A local foster youth named Daniel is gearing up to graduate from high school this spring and as he enters adulthood he is thanking his mentor for helping him reach this big milestone.
A local foster youth named Daniel is gearing up to graduate from high school this spring and as he enters adulthood he is thanking his mentor for helping him reach this big milestone.
Wednesday, March 9 2016 3:09 PM EST2016-03-09 20:09:21 GMT
She just celebrated her 12th birthday and has only one wish that she hopes will come true. Ingrid would love nothing more than to be part of a forever family.
She just celebrated her 12th birthday and has only one wish that she hopes will come true. Ingrid would love nothing more than to be part of a forever family.
Monday, February 29 2016 4:17 PM EST2016-02-29 21:17:37 GMT
He's an 11-year-old boy who loves to cook, bake and even knows how to make sushi, and he would love nothing more than to have a family to share his meals with and parents to talk to over dinner about his day.
He's an 11-year-old boy who loves to cook, bake and even knows how to make sushi, and he would love nothing more than to have a family to share his meals with and parents to talk to over dinner about his day.
Monday, February 22 2016 4:40 PM EST2016-02-22 21:40:17 GMT
It's been a true double blessing for one local family. Twin brothers Parker and Grayson are growing up in a stable and loving home, after facing an uncertain future at birth.
It's been a true double blessing for one local family. Twin brothers Parker and Grayson are growing up in a stable and loving home, after facing an uncertain future at birth.
Monday, February 15 2016 3:49 PM EST2016-02-15 20:49:02 GMT
An Adopt 8 story we featured nine years ago changed a local family's life forever. A baby boy named Jeremiah prompted the family to start the adoption process and as you'll see in tonight's Adopt 8 success story the expansion of their family didn't end there.
An Adopt 8 story we featured nine years ago changed a local family's life forever. A baby boy named Jeremiah prompted the family to start the adoption process and as you'll see in tonight's Adopt 8 success story the expansion of their family didn't end there.
Tuesday, February 9 2016 4:40 PM EST2016-02-09 21:40:21 GMT
San Diego consumers should be on alert as they try fixing El Niño storm damage on their homes. Unlicensed contractors are advertising cheap rates on sites like Craig's List, but they may actually be breaking the law.
San Diego consumers should be on alert as they try fixing El Niño storm damage on their homes. Unlicensed contractors are advertising cheap rates on sites like Craig's List, but they may actually be breaking the law.
Tuesday, February 2 2016 3:31 PM EST2016-02-02 20:31:37 GMT
By the age of two, little Jorge had already been in and out of three different foster homes, but his fourth placement ended up being his final one and Jorge's foster family has since become his forever family.
By the age of two, little Jorge had already been in and out of three different foster homes, but his fourth placement ended up being his final one and Jorge's foster family has since become his forever family.
Monday, February 1 2016 4:46 PM EST2016-02-01 21:46:18 GMT
A local family of three that opened their home to foster children say one special girl stole their hearts. As soon as Ozzyonna joined their family, they just knew she would be with them forever.
A local family of three that opened their home to foster children say one special girl stole their hearts. As soon as Ozzyonna joined their family, they just knew she would be with them forever.
Monday, January 11 2016 5:01 PM EST2016-01-11 22:01:12 GMT
He's an 11-year-old boy who's spent more than half his life in the foster care system, but TJ isn't giving up hope he'll find a permanent home. This avid young football player is hoping to score a big win when it comes to finding a forever family.
He's an 11-year-old boy who's spent more than half his life in the foster care system, but TJ isn't giving up hope he'll find a permanent home. This avid young football player is hoping to score a big win when it comes to finding a forever family.
Monday, January 11 2016 4:34 PM EST2016-01-11 21:34:09 GMT
They’re currently living in two different foster homes, but the goal is to reunite sisters Aubrey and Athenia in one forever family. First, I met Aubrey and then it was time to find her little sister, Athenia. Being together makes these girls happy and full of giggles.
They’re currently living in two different foster homes, but the goal is to reunite sisters Aubrey and Athenia in one forever family. First, I met Aubrey and then it was time to find her little sister, Athenia. Being together makes these girls happy and full of giggles.
Monday, November 30 2015 3:39 PM EST2015-11-30 20:39:51 GMT
They celebrated their first Thanksgiving as an official family this year and they did it in a brand new country. Siblings Caleb, Evelyn and Brady are now living in Russia with their new forever family.
They celebrated their first Thanksgiving as an official family this year and they did it in a brand new country. Siblings Caleb, Evelyn and Brady are now living in Russia with their new forever family.
Monday, November 9 2015 4:50 PM EST2015-11-09 21:50:31 GMT
A little girl who celebrates her sixth birthday in just one day and has a special request at the top of her wish list. Nevaeh is hoping to find a forever family to care for her and her little brother.
A little girl who celebrates her sixth birthday in just one day and has a special request at the top of her wish list. Nevaeh is hoping to find a forever family to care for her and her little brother.
Monday, October 19 2015 2:56 PM EDT2015-10-19 18:56:40 GMT
Doctors were worried he wouldn't have a life worth living, and discussed removing care for him as an infant. But three-year-old Pierce is now thriving, and so is his sister Olive in their new forever home.
Doctors were worried he wouldn't have a life worth living, and discussed removing care for him as an infant. But three-year-old Pierce is now thriving, and so is his sister Olive in their new forever home.
Monday, October 12 2015 2:48 PM EDT2015-10-12 18:48:08 GMT
She's now a happy, healthy and active four-year-old girl, but it hasn't always been this way. Camilla has remarkably overcome a number of challenges and all it took to help get her where she is today was the unconditional love from a forever family.
She's now a happy, healthy and active four-year-old girl, but it hasn't always been this way. Camilla has remarkably overcome a number of challenges and all it took to help get her where she is today was the unconditional love from a forever family.
Monday, September 28 2015 2:22 PM EDT2015-09-28 18:22:07 GMT
A 10-month-old baby is in need of a forever family. Alan has overcome so much, since facing some health challenges at birth, but now it's time for Alan to find a forever home where he can continue to thrive.
A 10-month-old baby is in need of a forever family. Alan has overcome so much, since facing some health challenges at birth, but now it's time for Alan to find a forever home where he can continue to thrive.
Monday, September 21 2015 3:24 PM EDT2015-09-21 19:24:08 GMT
Five years ago, a local couple reached out to help a family in need, by agreeing to, temporarily, take in their two young children. The family never imagined they would one day become the children's forever family, they say they wouldn't have had it any other way.
Five years ago, a local couple reached out to help a family in need, by agreeing to, temporarily, take in their two young children. The family never imagined they would one day become the children's forever family, they say they wouldn't have had it any other way.
Wednesday, September 9 2015 7:49 PM EDT2015-09-09 23:49:17 GMT
A four-year-old boy with special needs, is waiting, once again for a forever family. The local couple that lovingly stepped up to be Jeremiah's legal guardians a couple of years ago, are facing some health challenges, and can no longer care for him. Now Jeremiah is living in a temporary foster home.
A four-year-old boy with special needs, is waiting, once again for a forever family. The local couple that lovingly stepped up to be Jeremiah's legal guardians a couple of years ago, are facing some health challenges, and can no longer care for him. Now Jeremiah is living in a temporary foster home.
Monday, August 31 2015 4:11 PM EDT2015-08-31 20:11:18 GMT
They're a sibling set of three, waiting for one forever home. The older two children are doing a phenomenal job, helping take care of their little brother, but what they deserve, is a forever family to care for them all.
They're a sibling set of three, waiting for one forever home. The older two children are doing a phenomenal job, helping take care of their little brother, but what they deserve, is a forever family to care for them all.
Monday, August 24 2015 4:17 PM EDT2015-08-24 20:17:22 GMT
It's something most siblings take for granted - living together, under one roof. For brothers Gino and Stanley, it's the one thing they're both wishing for, more than anything else in the world, to be reunited soon, in one forever home.
It's something most siblings take for granted - living together, under one roof. For brothers Gino and Stanley, it's the one thing they're both wishing for, more than anything else in the world, to be reunited soon, in one forever home.
Monday, August 10 2015 4:51 PM EDT2015-08-10 20:51:53 GMT
Eleven-year-old Dwayne is living in a stable and loving foster family right now, but that's only a temporary home, what Dwayne needs is a forever home.
Eleven-year-old Dwayne is living in a stable and loving foster family right now, but that's only a temporary home, what Dwayne needs is a forever home.
Monday, August 3 2015 3:20 PM EDT2015-08-03 19:20:24 GMT
Jordan turns 10-years-old next month and the best birthday gift he could receive is finding a forever family. And the need is urgent because Jordan is living in an emergency children's shelter right now and is hoping that his next move will be his last.
Jordan turns 10-years-old next month and the best birthday gift he could receive is finding a forever family. And the need is urgent because Jordan is living in an emergency children's shelter right now and is hoping that his next move will be his last.
Monday, June 22 2015 2:49 PM EDT2015-06-22 18:49:26 GMT
He's a 12-year-old boy who doesn't know what it's like to have a family, because he's never really had one. Antonio has been in foster care for the past decade and was just a toddler when he was placed into the system.
He's a 12-year-old boy who doesn't know what it's like to have a family, because he's never really had one. Antonio has been in foster care for the past decade and was just a toddler when he was placed into the system.
Monday, June 15 2015 2:11 PM EDT2015-06-15 18:11:28 GMT
A local eight-year-old girl may one day take over Marcella's job. Thalia was a natural at reporting. See for yourself in this Adopt 8, featuring Thalia and her 12-year-old brother Blaze.
A local eight-year-old girl may one day take over Marcella's job. Thalia was a natural at reporting. See for yourself in this Adopt 8, featuring Thalia and her 12-year-old brother Blaze.
Monday, June 8 2015 2:46 PM EDT2015-06-08 18:46:49 GMT
A local 10-year-old boy, with a passion for soccer, would love a family to cheer him on at his games. His eight-year-old sister loves to read, swim and play at the park. All they're missing is a family to call their own. Jacob and Lyann have been living apart, far too long, as they wait to find a forever home.
A local 10-year-old boy, with a passion for soccer, would love a family to cheer him on at his games. His eight-year-old sister loves to read, swim and play at the park. All they're missing is a family to call their own. Jacob and Lyann have been living apart, far too long, as they wait to find a forever home.
Monday, May 25 2015 2:27 PM EDT2015-05-25 18:27:38 GMT
A local seven-year-old boy, living in an emergency children's shelter, is in urgent need of a forever home.Lavell has been bounced around in the foster care system is praying for a forever family, hopes to be dancing his way into their hearts, one day soon.
A local seven-year-old boy, living in an emergency children's shelter, is in urgent need of a forever home.Lavell has been bounced around in the foster care system is praying for a forever family, hopes to be dancing his way into their hearts, one day soon.
Monday, May 18 2015 7:58 PM EDT2015-05-18 23:58:55 GMT
Since most foster families don't have the space to take in four boys, the brothers you're about to meet have been split up while in foster care and it's tearing them apart. And, these brothers want nothing more than to live under one roof again with a forever family.
Since most foster families don't have the space to take in four boys, the brothers you're about to meet have been split up while in foster care and it's tearing them apart. And, these brothers want nothing more than to live under one roof again with a forever family.
Monday, May 11 2015 3:53 PM EDT2015-05-11 19:53:22 GMT
The brother and sister duo you're about to meet have been thriving since being placed into a loving foster home. But what they need now is a forever family to take over and give them a lifetime of love.
The brother and sister duo you're about to meet have been thriving since being placed into a loving foster home. But what they need now is a forever family to take over and give them a lifetime of love.
Monday, May 4 2015 7:23 PM EDT2015-05-04 23:23:15 GMT
Emmanuel gets a glimpse of what family-life is like when he hangs out at the homes of his friends. It's the kind of life he dreams about, but he knows time is running out. It has to happen before he turns 18 and right now he is 15-years-old.
Emmanuel gets a glimpse of what family-life is like when he hangs out at the homes of his friends. It's the kind of life he dreams about, but he knows time is running out. It has to happen before he turns 18 and right now he is 15-years-old.
Monday, April 27 2015 7:17 PM EDT2015-04-27 23:17:04 GMT
They just weren't happy being empty nesters. One local couple knew they had much more love to give a child in need of a home. So now they're raising a little girl, and as an added benefit, get to see more of their grandkids as well.
They just weren't happy being empty nesters. One local couple knew they had much more love to give a child in need of a home. So now they're raising a little girl, and as an added benefit, get to see more of their grandkids as well.
Tuesday, April 21 2015 2:15 PM EDT2015-04-21 18:15:11 GMT
Eight-year-old Ariana's favorite movie is Disney's "Frozen” and her favorite character is Elsa. But if Ariana had special powers, she would use them to create a forever family for herself.
Eight-year-old Ariana's favorite movie is Disney's "Frozen” and her favorite character is Elsa. But if Ariana had special powers, she would use them to create a forever family for herself.
Tuesday, April 14 2015 3:01 PM EDT2015-04-14 19:01:23 GMT
After struggling with infertility issues, a local couple decided to go a different route. When Plan A didn't work, they turned to another Plan A - as in A for adoption.
After struggling with infertility issues, a local couple decided to go a different route. When Plan A didn't work, they turned to another Plan A - as in A for adoption.
Monday, April 6 2015 4:34 PM EDT2015-04-06 20:34:29 GMT
As a physical therapist of kids with disabilities a local woman named Jodi had a lot of interaction with children at work. But something was missing at home. Jodi wanted to be a mom, so she decided to adopt.
As a physical therapist of kids with disabilities a local woman named Jodi had a lot of interaction with children at work. But something was missing at home. Jodi wanted to be a mom, so she decided to adopt.
Monday, March 30 2015 4:15 PM EDT2015-03-30 20:15:20 GMT
She's graduating high school and is ready to take on the world. Shanika says she's grateful to her foster mom for her care and support, and to her court appointed special advocate, but she would also love a mentor.
She's graduating high school and is ready to take on the world. Shanika says she's grateful to her foster mom for her care and support, and to her court appointed special advocate, but she would also love a mentor.
Monday, March 23 2015 10:43 AM EDT2015-03-23 14:43:41 GMT
CBS News 8 is celebrating 15 years of Adopt 8. Through the years, nearly 500 Adopt 8 children have found forever families, including a boy named Sebastian.
CBS News 8 is celebrating 15 years of Adopt 8. Through the years, nearly 500 Adopt 8 children have found forever families, including a boy named Sebastian.
Monday, March 16 2015 6:40 PM EDT2015-03-16 22:40:23 GMT
It's been nine months since we first introduced you to three local siblings. Alissa, Jonathan and Jason are now in the 7th, 4th and 2nd grades, and their biggest obstacle in finding a forever family is finding one with enough room for each to have a separate bedroom.
It's been nine months since we first introduced you to three local siblings. Alissa, Jonathan and Jason are now in the 7th, 4th and 2nd grades, and their biggest obstacle in finding a forever family is finding one with enough room for each to have a separate bedroom.
Monday, March 9 2015 2:45 PM EDT2015-03-09 18:45:26 GMT
A local couple shares what being a foster family has meant to them. San Diego County has recognized them as exceptional foster parents, who have a "whatever it takes" attitude to give countless children a new start in life.
A local couple shares what being a foster family has meant to them. San Diego County has recognized them as exceptional foster parents, who have a "whatever it takes" attitude to give countless children a new start in life.
Monday, March 2 2015 6:36 PM EST2015-03-02 23:36:46 GMT
Four siblings say their foster parents will always have a special place in their hearts. These children are so grateful for their foster parents, who have given them opportunities they never even knew existed.
Four siblings say their foster parents will always have a special place in their hearts. These children are so grateful for their foster parents, who have given them opportunities they never even knew existed.
Monday, February 23 2015 7:32 PM EST2015-02-24 00:32:15 GMT
They're extremely well-behaved and very good listeners. But because they're a sibling set of three it's been a challenge to find them a forever family.
They're extremely well-behaved and very good listeners. But because they're a sibling set of three it's been a challenge to find them a forever family.
Monday, February 16 2015 7:30 PM EST2015-02-17 00:30:12 GMT
A seven-year-old boy is in urgent need of a forever family. Right now, he's living in an emergency children's shelter.The foster system is the only life Elisha has ever known. He was only two-years-old, when he was placed into foster care. And after years of struggle, Elisha deserves some stability.
A seven-year-old boy is in urgent need of a forever family. Right now, he's living in an emergency children's shelter.The foster system is the only life Elisha has ever known. He was only two-years-old, when he was placed into foster care. And after years of struggle, Elisha deserves some stability.
Monday, February 9 2015 5:56 PM EST2015-02-09 22:56:00 GMT
Three siblings, who happen to know three different languages, are looking to find one home. It's a challenge, to find one forever family to take in three children, but these siblings want nothing more than to live together.
Three siblings, who happen to know three different languages, are looking to find one home. It's a challenge, to find one forever family to take in three children, but these siblings want nothing more than to live together.
Monday, January 26 2015 4:12 PM EST2015-01-26 21:12:20 GMT
Twelve-year-old Kevin has memories of living in a homeless shelter. That's one of the reasons he's so thankful for his foster family, and the stability they provide for him. But now Kevin is hoping for something more permanent in a forever family.
Twelve-year-old Kevin has memories of living in a homeless shelter. That's one of the reasons he's so thankful for his foster family, and the stability they provide for him. But now Kevin is hoping for something more permanent in a forever family.
Monday, July 21 2014 4:43 PM EDT2014-07-21 20:43:36 GMT
What a difference a year makes for three of the kids on the cover of the Chargers-San Diego County Adoptions Calendar.The calendar is an effort to raise awareness about the need for adoption and Jocelyne, Miguel and Gabriel graced this year's cover.
What a difference a year makes for three of the kids on the cover of the Chargers-San Diego County Adoptions Calendar.The calendar is an effort to raise awareness about the need for adoption and Jocelyne, Miguel and Gabriel graced this year's cover. And now, we are so happy to bring you their Adopt 8 success story.
WELCOME TO ADOPT 8
Join CBS 8 and the County of San Diego in our mission to find exceptional families for exceptional children. Each week News 8's Marcella Lee introduces you to beautiful children living right here in San Diego waiting to be adopted. Watch her Adopt 8 stories Sundays on News 8 at 5pm and Mondays on News 8 at 5am. You'll meet these children and teenagers, discover how amazing they are and learn about the adoption process.
Since Adopt 8 began, more than 1,000 children have found their exceptional forever families. You are not required to be married, own a home, or adopt a child of your same race to become an exceptional family. For more information on the adoption process through San Diego County Adoptions, visit IADOPTU.org and click on the "Getting Started" banner or call 1-877-792-5437(KIDS)
For a schedule of Foster & Adoptive Resource Family Services Orientations - please click here.
If you have any questions or comments, please email mlee@kfmb.com.
