Teen Adoption Film: Take A Chance On Me

After being in foster care since age 10, two failed adoptions, and now living in a juvenile detention center because no one would open their home, Darien had given up on finding a family. But after a young couple told Darien they wanted him to come live with them, he had to decide if he would give family one more try or just age out of foster care.

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[adambender]

As a Pennsylvanian I am absolutely embarrassed that this kid was held in a youth prison just for shelter.

[janina]

This story made my mind up. I am currently a caregiver for my parents. When they pass I will inherit their 3 bdr house. I planned on selling it but now I plan to keep it and help teens by foster or adopting. I am 55 and have no children of my own. This made me realize I can achieve my dreams as well because being a mom is a gift. Thank You for sharing your family’s story and I hope to one day make it my own!

[hollydenman]

I was adopted as a teenager by a family who had three other children adopted as babies. Somehow it worked and I don't remember my life before my mom and dad... And I don't want to. Thank God for people willing to take a chance.

[river]

“We wanted to adopt all of him.” This is such a beautiful statement. Love this family so much, they’re so amazing.

[MyKfactor]

I'm a single guy. Adopted a 13 year old. Such hard work but an amazing experience. Love my son. He's 30 now. Married. Love my beautiful boy. Kevin. South Africa

[TurtleMyrtle]

When he started crying after the adoption was official 😭 He had to be so strong for so long.

[mm]

I cried the whole way through. I love how this doc was so Darrian centered. It was so moving without telling strangers all about his trauma and potentially crossing his boundaries.

[jennellealexis]

I admire this couple. And the way she asked his permission before talking about the difficult times speaks volume about her character.

[martyhoffmaster]

OK. I'm an older man but was UGLY CRYING when the judge was saying his speech for the adoption and Darien's reaction. 😭 I'm an adoptive dad of a 22-year-old young man that came to live with me when he was 13. LOVE THIS STORY!!

[peggyjones]

How do two families *almost* adopt a child? It's so heartbreaking to think of a child alone. Unneeded, unwanted. It's amazing that he still has the ability to love and trust.

[alicedollwet]

This clip should be shown in every church across America. If people in the church are going to shout pro-life than they need to be ready to take care of those kids that are coming into the world 🙏❤️

[someguy]

i am devastated to learn that children in foster care are put in jail with criminals because they have no home and now where to go- this is criminal and should not be happening in the united states of america

[aria]

I’m in my mid 30s and don’t have kids. In my heart, I always knew adoption was an option for me, and after seeing this - I would be so grateful and proud at the opportunity to adopt a teenager. Thank you all for sharing your story. ❤

[munecamccoy]

I can't believe that a young man without parents is being held in a young jail. They need to be a shame of their state. On another note this video brought tears to my eyes!

[susannoonan]

I adopted a sibling group, sister and brother, in the 80s. I was and am a single parent, one of the first singles in my state allowed to adopt. The brother had and still has behavioral problems and is mentally disabled. Sister had emotional problems but has grown up, has acquired a social worker type degree, and is raising her two kids to be good citizens. We had good, bad, and great times. I don't regret any of it and encourage others to try adoption. There are a lot of kids out there who need families. My kids are now in their 40s, and I have grandkids. Someday, I hope to have great grandkids. Thank you, God.

[holisticvideos]

It's really great that his biological siblings are allowed to be a part of Darian's life. The adoptive parents are truly a gift.

[jessamyers]

I'm 35 now but I was sent to a detention center when I was 16 because my mom just never came home one day and my father was out when I was a baby so I had no adult in my life who wanted me. So I can relate to being punished just because you don't have a home

[Cruxofitall]

He picked the same middle name as his dad my heart ❤️
Darien I pray you have an amazing life!

[heidiquayle]

We are raising a young man (age 14) who has been through too much disappointment in his life. Thankfully he's here since age 7 and will be here forever. It's taken a lot of challenges in our lives but gaining his trust and love has been more than worth it. The quote "we wanted to adopt all of him" is the way it needs to be. He's come so far and we couldn't be prouder! I'm happy for Darien and our Aiden.

[RawJewel]

They’re age is probably a plus. They can relate. This is a feel good story.