Jose, 15, likes to laugh with others

When you first meet Jose, he is a bit shy, but once you get to know him better, he is very talkative and opens up easily.

Jose loves playing video games and is really good at them! He also enjoys swimming, fishing, going to the beach, listening to music, and being artistic, especially painting.

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Can I adopt?

If you are at least 18 years old, have a stable source of income and space in your heart, you may be the perfect choice for adopting a waiting child. Adoptive parents can be single, married or in a partnership; experienced or not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ+ singles and couples.

As an adoptive parent, you do not have to pay any fees; adoption from foster care is completely free in Massachusetts.

The process of adopting a child from foster care includes training, interviews, and home visits to determine if adoption is right for you. These steps will help you find a child or sibling group that is a good fit for your family.

For more information about adopting from foster care, visit www.mareinc.org. Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) offers advice and information about the adoption process. Find out how you can help children and youth in foster care today.