Russia

Resources for those who are considering international adoption and those who have adopted from Russia.

Information & Resources

Factsheet for Travelers
Traveling to adopt? You'll want to know about money, where the Embassy is located, how to stay in touch with the folks back home, and other details before you leave. Here you go!

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Agencies & Service Providers

Adoption agencies, translators, and other service providers with programs for adoption from Russia.

Family Stories

Adoptive families with children from Russia share their stories, experiences, and advice.

Family Support Resources

Support resources for prospective and current adoptive families with children from Russia.

General Information

Stay current with regulations and documentation, and find information from other adoptive parents and adoption professionals to guide you through the process. Books, too.

Adopting from Russia

Medical Concerns

Information about general attitudes, health concerns specific to Russia, and Russian child health reports.

Frank Foundation, World Child, and "Wrongful Adoption"
The "wrongful adoption" lawsuit in the case of a baby adopted from Russia was settled out of court after only two days, but it carries important lessons for prospective adoptive parents.

Plight of Russia's Orphans
Russian culture observer, the late Linda DeLaine, explored how Russian children wind up in orphanages and the problems that exist in caring for them.

The Greatest Gift: FAQs on Adopting from Russia
This excerpt from Betsy Buckley's book answers some of the questions most frequently asked by adopting parents.

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