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Teenager Cozy adopted at 19 after 5,429 days in foster care - Arkansas’ longest waiting child finally finds a forever home with Anna and Tim Dietrich in emotional hearing.
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Beautiful moment teen finds forever family after 5,429 days in foster care

Jade Knowles
Last updated: 2025/08/29 at 1:19 PM
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Cozy with his new family and the judge who finalised his adoption. (Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)
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A teenager who spent almost his entire life in the foster care system has finally found a place to call home – at 19 years old.

Cozy, who is non-verbal and has special needs, had waited a heartbreaking 5,429 days for a family to choose him after entering foster care back in October 2010.

He was the longest waiting child in the system in Arkansas, US, before his adoption was finalised on Monday (25 August) morning.

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The emotional moment played out in a packed Little Rock courtroom as Cozy was officially adopted by Anna and Tim Dietrich – the couple who had already loved him as their own.

Anna first met Cozy through her job at Project Zero, a non-profit that connects children in care with permanent families.

Teenager Cozy adopted at 19 after 5,429 days in foster care - Arkansas’ longest waiting child finally finds a forever home with Anna and Tim Dietrich in emotional hearing.
Cozy celebrating with his new parents and supporters after the adoption hearing. (Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)

“I know firsthand what it means to see a child find a family, and we are so excited to be making Cozy a part of ours,” Anna Dietrich told What’s The Jam.

“We have known Cozy for years through my work at Project Zero, and it became clear after praying over this decision that we were meant to be together.

“It’s incredibly exciting to be growing our family while at the same time moving one step closer to zero.”

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(Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)

Despite challenges, Cozy is known for his big smile and strong spirit.

He loves walks and has a soft spot for noodles, pizza and soda.

After the judge made it official, he proudly walked out of court flanked by his new mum and dad as supporters waved signs reading “ONE LESS” and “5,429”.

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(Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)

Clutching toys in his hands, he was met with an eruption of cheers.

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders said: “It is days like these that I love being the Governor of Arkansas most.”

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Teenager Cozy adopted at 19 after 5,429 days in foster care - Arkansas’ longest waiting child finally finds a forever home with Anna and Tim Dietrich in emotional hearing.
Cozy holding a toy while standing with Anna and Tim Dietrich after the adoption ceremony. (Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)
Teenager Cozy adopted at 19 after 5,429 days in foster care - Arkansas’ longest waiting child finally finds a forever home with Anna and Tim Dietrich in emotional hearing.
Supporters cheer with signs as Cozy officially joins the Dietrich family after 15 years in care. (Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)
Teenager Cozy adopted at 19 after 5,429 days in foster care - Arkansas’ longest waiting child finally finds a forever home with Anna and Tim Dietrich in emotional hearing.
Cozy with his new family and loved ones celebrating the special day outside court. (Jam Press/Arkansas Department Of Human Services)

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