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No Relative Left Out
Because young Allie was medically frail and couldn’t be around other children, Ohmes knew finding the perfect fit would be a challenge.   At first, the more than 150 family members that Ohmes and her team researched didn’t seem to be good matches.   It was only after Ohmes checked and rechecked information on the paternal grandmother that a suitable home was found.   The paternal grandmother had been overlooked and discounted.  Originally, it was thought her medical conditions were too severe.  But, after reviewing her medical history, Ohmes verified that she was not too ill to take care of Allie.  In fact, she was a perfect match to provide a home for her granddaughter.  It was Ohmes and her team’s diligent follow up that made sure no relative was left out.

“There are almost always family members who will take these kids.  They don’t need to be in another family.  They have their own families, we just need to find them,” Ohmes said.  Allie, now eight months old is living with her grandmother and thriving.

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Monet - Extreme Recruitment Minimize

Monet (16) is going places!  This young woman is extremely talented.  She spends her free time writing about anything and everything, but mostly poetry and short stories.  Monet hopes to find a career in journalism and is thinking about which college would she should choose to help her accomplish her goals. Her dream is to one day write her own book. 

In addition to her writing abilities, Monet loves the performing arts, including singing and dancing.  She also enjoys spending time talking with friends and is very social.  Monet is happiest when she is around people she can depend on.  Those who know her best say that she is a good friend, well-spoken, smart, and has a fabulous personality.

Monet would love a family to be there for her as she grows into adulthood.  She has always been the baby of the family, but says she would also love to be a big sister. When asked what kind of family she would like to join, Monet simply said “loving.”  The perfect family for Monet would be one that likes to spend time together and enjoy one another.

Monet is a participant in the Extreme Recruitment program through the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition.  For more information about Monet, please contact Gayle Flavin, at 314.367.8373.  Photo courtesy of Sears Portrait Studio.

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