By Chelsey Winegar, WWK Recruiter

Isaiah, Calvin, Giovanni, and Nevon entered the foster care system in 2015. These siblings were incredibly close and had survived a lot of trauma together. Because of their strong bond, it was clear that they needed to remain together. Shortly after they came into foster care, it became apparent they were not going to be able to return home. In July 2016, this sibling group was registered with The Adoption Exchange and connected with a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids (WWK) recruiter who began searching for the right adoptive family for these boys.

In September, Ken and Inez, whose biggest desire was to adopt a large sibling group, inquired on Isaiah, Calvin, Giovanni, and Nevon. The WWK recruiter could tell from the beginning that this family would be an incredible fit for these kids. After months of paperwork, the family was approved to be an adoptive family. They got to visit the kids in March 2017. The visit went really well, but several logistical barriers arose. However, the caseworker and recruiter continued to help the family to overcome each hurdle, and worked with the kids and the family on building a strong relationship.

Through it all, the family remained committed to the children and did everything that was asked of them and more. Finally, after approvals by the court, Isaiah, Calvin, Giovanni, and Nevon were allowed to move into the adoptive home at the end of July 2017. The kids settled into their new family, neighborhood, and schools, and made friends quickly. The kids soon saw how much Ken and Inez cared about them, and within a few weeks of placement, were begging the recruiter and caseworker to let them finalize the adoption right then and there. In December 2017, Ken and Inez finalized the adoption of these four boys who are so excited to be living a normal life, complete with parents who love and care about them.