MI01C010896
| Status: | Available |
| Name: | Tahvon |
| Age: | 13 |
| Race: | Black/African American |
| Gender: | Male |
| State: | Michigan |
| Case #: | MI01C010896 |
| Last Profile Update: | 06/02/26 |
| Photo Updated: | 06/03/26 |
About Tahvon
Tahvon is a bright, energetic young man with a natural warmth that draws people in. He describes his personality as outgoing and bubbly, and those who meet him tend to agree. He enjoys connecting with others, whether he is laughing with friends, talking through ideas, or joining in on a game of catch after school. His thoughtful and fun approach to relationships helps him build strong bonds with peers and adults.
Creativity shows up often in Tahvon’s life. He loves to cook and talks about food with genuine enthusiasm, especially when it comes to making his favorite dish - oxtail. His foodie interest is also a career ambition; he hopes to attend culinary school and become a chef one day. Maybe oxtail will be his signature dish! He also enjoys baseball, reading, and hands-on activities like making slime. On weekends, he likes playing sports with friends, relaxing, catching up on sleep, and playing video games. He also enjoys building things with Legos and board games such as The Game of Life.
His birthday is his favorite celebration, and he enjoys having a party with friends. If he could visit anywhere in the world, he would choose Jamaica because he sees it as a meaningful connection to his roots.
Tahvon has clear hopes for his future family. His biggest wish is to be adopted by people who truly love him. He imagines traveling the world with them and watching sports together. He wants them to know that he is a good kid and that his past does not define the person he is becoming.
The family best suited for Tahvon will understand the impacts of trauma and approach parenting with patience, steadiness, and experience. He would benefit from being the youngest or only child in the home, with a single dad or mom and dad who can give him the space and attention he needs to continue growing. He can thrive in either rural or urban settings, especially within a cultural environment that reflects his identity.
Tahvon’s kindness, humor, and curiosity stand out in every part of his life. He is personable, easy to get along with, and ready for a family who will see his strengths and support his goals.