Johnny is a gentle, calm child from Bulgaria. He responds positively to social interaction, especially with familiar caregivers, and shows moments of curiosity and engagement. He seeks comfort through cuddling and laughs when teased. While he can become anxious in unfamiliar settings or with disruptions to his routine, he is able to self-soothe and regulate with support. Johnny demonstrates steady improvement with consistent therapy. He can sit independently, grasp and manipulate toys, and responds to visual, auditory, and tactile stimuli. He enjoys play and tries to imitate simple actions.

Medical Special Needs: hydrocephalus with an implanted ventriculoperitoneal shunt, capitis hemangioma, and delayed neuropsychological development

Johnny’s file is available until January 18, 2026. Please keep in mind that several families may be reviewing this child’s file at one time. At any given time, a child’s file can go on hold, or this file could be taken back by the country. There also may be other families with other agencies who submit a request to match and are presented at the matching meeting.

If you are interested in learning more about Johnny, please reach out to your Social Services Coordinator or email waitingchild@lifelinechild.org.

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