4Ever Family: Jude

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Every week, CBS 4 works to find a forever home for a Rio Grande Valley foster child as part of our “4Ever Family” partnership with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

Jude is an active and adventurous 12-year-old with a vivid and creative imagination accompanied by a love for movement and exploration.

He thrives in settings that allow him to be physically engaged—whether he’s climbing, running, shooting hoops, or participating in other energetic activities.

Jude enjoys outdoor play and seeks out challenges that let him channel his energy in fun and positive ways.

Beyond his love for movement, Jude is also intelligent and curious. He asks thoughtful questions, enjoys solving problems, and brings a unique perspective to every task. He applies his imagination to building with Legos, which is one of his favorite pastimes—his intricate creations reflect advanced planning skills and creative thinking.

Jude also enjoys freehand drawing, using art as a powerful form of self-expression. He is drawn to interactive games and hands-on learning that stimulate his mind and reflect his passion for discovery and growth.

Jude’s ideal family is one where he is the only child, to receive a healthy amount of attention, affection, and guidance. He will need a family who can keep up with his energetic and enthusiastic nature. Jude loves to play sports and enjoys engaging in outdoor recreational activities.

If you think you could be a forever family for Jude or another Texas child, call 1-800-233-3405. For more information, visit www.adoptchildren.org, where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings and learn about the foster/adoption program.

You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits and personal stories they wish to share with their future forever family.

Basic Adoption Requirements

The prospective foster/adoptive parents may be single or married and must:

• be at least 21 years of age, financially stable, responsible, and mature adults
• complete an application (staff will assist you if you prefer)
• share information regarding their background and lifestyle
• provide relative and non-relative references
• show proof of marriage and/or divorce (if applicable)
• agree to a home study which includes visits with all household members
• allow staff to complete a criminal history background check and an abuse/neglect check on all adults in the household
• attend free training to learn about issues of abused and neglected children