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    If you're facing an unintended pregnancy or have recently given birth, we're here for you with free and confidential all-options counseling, resources, and support. Connect with our pregnancy counselors 24/7 via call or text at 800-439-0233.

    I Want to Adopt

    I Want to Adopt

    Browse our network of adoption services including infant and foster care adoption, home studies, and post-adoption support.

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    Explore our network of services including specialized counseling and support groups that help to stabilize and improve behavioral health symptoms.

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Looking for Adoptions Together or FamilyWorks Together? New name, same us. Here’s why!

Considering Adoption?
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No matter where you are in your journey, Adoptions Together, a program of Paths for Families, offers compassionate services that build life-long connections. We have over 30 years of experience bringing together and supporting thousands of families through infant adoption services, foster care adoption services, home studies, and post-adoption support.

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Browse the Adoptions Together network of placement & support adoption services.

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Adoptions Together, a program of Paths for Families, has provided ethical adoption services and comprehensive support every step of the way for thousands of families adopting throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia since 1990.

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Information Meeting

Information Meeting

View this webinar either live or recorded for free information on the adoption process of infants or older children from foster care. Learn about our Adoptions Together network of placement programs and how we can assist you with a home study and other support services such as training and post-placement services.

How Much Does Adoption Really Cost?

How Much Does Adoption Really Cost?

How much does it cost to adopt an infant? There is no single answer, as cost is impacted by a variety of factors. Adoptions Together, a program of Paths for Families, offers guidance and resources as you consider your financial ability to adopt.

LGBTQ+ Adoption

LGBTQ+ Adoption

Paths for Families is proud to serve all members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are recognized by the Human Rights Campaign's All Children-All Families program, as an Innovator in supporting and serving LGBTQ+ youth and families.

The Caldwell Family smiles for a photo while sitting on a couch
It's been the greatest gift. We thought we were adopting a child, but we gained a family. The Caldwell Family

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A happy family picture of the Burden-Pate-Bickel Family
Paths for Families has really been great for us every step of the way. Meet the Burden-Pate-Bickel Family

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A young boy holding hands with his parents as they look at one another and smile
We could have opted to wait for a healthier child, but what would that mean for Nolan? There was a child in front of us in need of a home and parents. Whatever the challenges, and with the support of Adoptions Together, we knew we could find a way to make it work. And we are so glad we took that leap. The Detwiler Family

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