Adoption Preparation

All parents want to be well-prepared for the day when their child arrives, whether by birth or adoption. Adopting families however need different preparation and education about unique topics, such as identity issues, the impact of orphanage life, transracial/transcultural adjustment, and older child adoption, to name a few. The Center for Adoptive Families has been providing support and education to adopting/adoptive families since 1993 and offers a range of programs to prepare families in the adoption process. Our programs will meet the requirements for the Hague Agreement for families adopting internationally. We also provide finalization classes for domestic and international adoption.

For specific information on educational classes offered for domestic adoption, click here. For specific information on educational classes offered for international adoption, click here. For specific information on finalization seminars offered, click here.

 The ABC's of Adoption

Making the decision to adopt can become confusing and frustrating. Prospective adoptive parents need information and support during this phase of the process. This 3 1/2 hour seminar will address the decision to adopt, types of adoptions, the home study process, medical and financial considerations, and parent/child adjustment issues.

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