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As you begin the adoption process, use these resources to find the experts you need to help along the way, definitions of words and terms, laws pertinent to the type of adoption you have decided to pursue, support groups, and more.
If you've got a question about a word or term, here are definitions of terms commonly used in connection with adoption and foster care, for quick reference.... [more]
Alpha listing of adoption agencies and facilitators located in the U.S. with Web Site links.... [more]
Books targeted to those approaching adoption of children of all ages, dealing with the decision-making process, policies, and issues for both domestic and international adoptions.... [more]
Every state has a specialist who is a resource for information about licensed agencies in the state, homestudy preparers, laws, subsidies, and more.... [more]
Licensing specialists are responsible for maintaining current information on all those involved with child welfare in any way. This includes adoption agencies, foster homes, and group homes. The licensing specialist can help with disputes, legal references, and filing a complaint.... [more]
Adoption resources and professionals, listed by state, including public and private agencies, facilitators, attorneys, laws, and support groups for placing parents, adoptive parents, and families and those hoping to adopt.
International adoption resources by country for those seeking to adopt. Agencies, facilitators, personal experiences, laws, and professionals.
Find state child services on the Web for each state in order to locate adoption specialists, foster care specialists, agency licensing specialists, and information about adopting a child in the state foster care system.
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