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Open Adoption

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 16:09:04 +0000

Most domestic Adoptions are open, and some International Adoptions are open. So, what exactly do we mean by Open Adoption. How does it work? Is it good for families and for kids? Listen to Dawn Davenport, Director of Creating a Family, a nonprofit providing education and support for adoption and infertility explain open adoption.

Duration : 0:9:32

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Our Foster Adoption Journey – Step 2: The Application

admin — Sat, 15 May 2010 23:46:05 +0000

The application came to us in multiple parts. We thought the original 10 pages or so was the full application, but in fact, that was only the first part. In total, we probably filled out about 20 pages of paperwork although some of it turned out to be repetitive information.

The blog post for this video: http://www.faintstarlite.com/2010/05/our-foster-adoption-journey-step-2-the-application-process/

Each states application looks different, but heres the questions you can expect:
- General information about the household with questions about contact information, education and income.
- Your familys history with drugs and alcohol and psychiatric treatments not just your households history but those in your extended family as well.
- Marriage and relationship history about divorce, co-habitation, and to some degree, your sexual history.
- Whether child neglect or abuse allegations have ever been filed against you or a family member.
- Financial worksheet that details what you are worth and how much you spend. This includes all monthly expenses and how much is in your various bank accounts 401(k), investments, and what your properties are worth. It also includes questions regarding debt on mortgages, loans and credit cards.

In addition, along with the application youll submit:
- Health reports. Every member of the household needs to see a doctor who will fill out a health report detailing if youre all got the required immunizations and are in good health.
- Fingerprints. Each member of the household above 18 will have to participate by submitting to an extensive background check that includes finger printing that gets cross-checked in the state database as well as the FBI database.
- Copies of all birth certificates, marriage certificates, Social Security cards, and drivers licenses.
- Copies of recent pay stubs and tax returns.
- Releases so that previous counselors or social services workers can be interviewed.
- Autobiographical questions about your relationship with your immediate + extended family, details about childhood experiences + traumas, and reasons for deciding to go the Foster Adoption route.
-Several references who have known you for several years and can speak about your character including a reference from your employer.

Watch Part 1 of the foster adoption series – Getting The Facts + Going To An Informational Meeting: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJDbSRwIv3U

Thanks to Johnson & Johnson’s Health Channel for sponsoring this video series! I met the director of their channel at a conference awhile back and I ended up telling him about our adoption plans. I reached out to him after deciding to make a series of videos + posts on the topic and J&J said they’d be happy to sponsor it.

Check ‘em out at: http://www.youtube.com/jnjhealth

If you’re looking for more resources on American adoption or about foster care, a great resource is AdoptUsKids.org – they have photolistings, adoption stories, and details about contacting your state’s Adoption resource center.

Duration : 0:5:15

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“You Can Adopt” from Adoptive Families Magazine

admin — Mon, 03 May 2010 12:42:21 +0000

Domestic and International Adoption bring joy to thousands of families every year. If you’re considering adoption, this new book from the editors and readers of “Adoptive Families” magazine will guide you through the Adoption process and answer all your questions – even the most sensitive. “You Can Adopt!” Learn how.

Duration : 0:1:54

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Our Foster Adoption Journey – Step 1: Getting The Facts + Going To An Informational Meeting

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:42:39 +0000

http://www.faintstarlite.com/2010/04/our-foster-Adoption-journey-step-1-getting-the-facts-going-to-an-informational-meeting/ We get a lot of questions so we decided to share our Foster Adoption journey and provide basic information for families interested in learning more about adopting through foster care. Keep in mind, each state has its own rules so the info I share is specific to adopting in Wisconsin… although there is a lot of cross-over in most states.

Where are we currently at in the process? As of this video’s posting date we’re just finalizing our home study and will be eligible for placement next month.

Check ‘em out at: http://www.youtube.com/jnjhealth

Duration : 0:6:15

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Joint Heirs Adoption Ministry

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:40:16 +0000

Joint Heirs Adoption Ministry (JHAM) is advocating for the orphan as we are commanded by God. We feel it is our responsibility and privilege to educate and assist individuals and families in their journey through adoption by raising awareness of the orphan crisis and finding homes where children can experience the love and security of a forever family.

Duration : 0:3:10

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Brian and Nicole’s adoption video profile

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:37:07 +0000

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view our adoption profile video!
We are Brian and Nicole from Wisconsin, and we are working with Bethany Christian Services of Waukesha for our first domestic Adoption. We are so excited about this journey we are on! If you would like more information on us as adoptive parents, please contact the Bethany office at (262) 547-6557, or bcswaukesha@bethany.org.
You can also view our full profile album at bethany.org/wisconsin.

Duration : 0:7:44

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Brian and Nicole’s adoption video profile

admin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:22:07 +0000

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to view our Adoption profile video! For more information on us as adoptive parents, please contact Bethany Christian Services of Waukesha, WI at (262) 547-6557.

Duration : 0:7:44

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Adoptive Mom Shares Her Open Adoption Story

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:47:06 +0000

A Cradle adoptive mom shares the story of how she adopted her daughter.

Duration : 0:6:3

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ADOPTION: Meg and Dave Hope To Adopt A Baby

admin — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:31:44 +0000

Meg and Dave are a joyful couple hoping to adopt a baby to be born in the United States. By sharing this youtube link with others you can help Meg and Dave make a loving family through Adoption.

Duration : 0:1:41

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Renee and Adam Adoption Parent Profile

admin — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:16:06 +0000

We are hoping to adopt a baby! An open Adoption is welcome. To learn more about us, please contact us at 1-800-272-3534 or adoption@cradle.org. Also, please view our website
www. cradle.org/waitingfamilies/ReneeAndAdam. We are licensed by our state and approved to become adoptive parents.

Duration : 0:3:47

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