This active 6-year-old boy came into care at 3 months of age. He is reported to be on target for his age in his physical and cognitive development. He is said to have a good relationship with his caregivers and his roommates, and enjoys playing with the other children and by himself. He has hearing loss in both his ears, and uses hearing aids. His caretakers say when he focuses he can hear what they say, and they do not have to shout. In September 2005 he began attending a boarding school that teaches pronunciation to deaf children, but is not learning sign language. He communicates through lip reading, gestures and voice. He can speak in sentences, though prefers to use a sign language he invented himself, and facial expressions. He is said to be active and energetic, and enjoys seeing visitors. When he came into care he had infant hepatitis syndrome, and his hearing loss is said to be congenital neuropathic deafness. He is said to have poor coordination, and sensory integration training has been recommended. He is described as a smart and inquisitive boy who waits for an experienced family who has parented past his age, who can provide him with the services he needs. His country program fee has been reduced. For more information, please contact Carrie Palmer at 888-355-4658 or at carriep@holtinternational.org