Luca, 13 years old, NJ
Luca was removed from his biological parents when he was 7 years old due to concerns of abuse, risk of sexual abuse, and substance use. In 2022, he was adopted by his foster parents, and he remained with them until 2025, when the family made the difficult decision to surrender him, stating they could no longer care for him. After some initial behavioral struggles, Luca is starting to thrive in his new resource home and hopes to eventually find a loving, permanent family through adoption. He has been working incredibly hard in school, actively participating in therapy, and continues to make remarkable progress every day.
Wishes submitted by:
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties