Maxim does not speak. He only makes sounds that show his satisfaction or disappointment, so it is actually possible to understand him.

Maxim studies according to a special programme but he is still not a very good learner. The educators believe the boy is simply absent-minded.

His free time Maxim likes to spend in the company of his friend as well as play with his teddy bear or assemble a construction set.

Maxim is a kind, cheerful and a caring child who may also become happy in a loving family.

Video was shot with the support of Dnipropetrovsk Regional Charity Organization "Rainbow Shine". There are more profiles on a website .

If you are interested in adopting Maxim, please read the memo to the potential adoptive parents, guardians, and foster parents; you can also contact Children’s Affairs' service of the Zaporozhia State Administration by telephone (061) 239-01-56 and to tell them the number of Maxim's profile accordingly to the orphan list # 0060770.

Other children who dream of finding a family

If for some reason you are currently not able to adopt (for example, you are a student and do not have a family of your own yet) you are still able to help children at a boarding school (an orphanage) with your financial support. Ways you can help include: planning and participating in excursions and trips for children; visiting a child in an orphanage; or helping purchase developmental toys, books, construction sets, and sports equipment.