Hello all, just checkin in after the dreadful holiday season. Glad it is finally over for another year. Whats up????
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Who done it? Match Party at Philadelphia
May 30, 2009 from 10am to 2pm
A match party with a Who done it? theme. Get to know and interact with great children and youths who are looking for a permanent home.Party to be held in Philadelphia, full details upon registration.There is no fee to attend. Registration is limited. Sorry, children and relatives of prospective parents may not attend.See More
Talisha M Scott is attending Alex's event
Wanting to Adopt
Hello my name is Shantel, and I have a 10 year old daughter but I am wanting to adopt a baby boy. I am very new to this process, and was wondering if any of you could give me some insight on single parent adoptions? I have tons of questions if anyone is willing to give answers. Thank you.See More
Discussion posted by Shantel Downing
Christina Bain replied to Kelly Beale's discussion 'Finding an agency for single parent adoption'
I just adopted and I am single. I have the best agency but it is from Minnesota. Hope you find one. I am in the process of adopting another.
karim left a comment for Michelle S. McIntyre-Brewer
hi i am karim i want a kind family from any country to adopt me i am sixteen years old from egypt my e-mail is /
starsky5560@yahoo.com
Deidre McDonald replied to Alex's discussion 'The Adoption Process'
It is the best experience you can ever encounter. Be careful and do your homework. Make sure you get with an agency that you can work with if you plan to do foster to adopt. Do not judge the agency based on rating. If you decide to get older…
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Waiting Children
There are about 500,000 American children in the foster-care system on any given day. Of these, 100,000 will be or already are available for adoption. Few are orphans. In fact, most still have at least one birth parent. However the parent is unable to care for his/her children through circumstance, such as having a tough addiction problem. Or maybe the parents neglect the children or, worst ofMedicating Children in Foster Care
State child welfare systems are moving children from foster care to permanency faster and in greater numbers than ever. At the same time, we recognize that these systems struggle to achieve positive outcomes for the children in their care who have complex social-emotional, behavioral and mental health problems. Children in foster care represent only three percent of children covered by Medicaid,Success Story - Lucas
Today we celebrate the adoption of Lucas, a teen whose dream came true when his foster parents, Nancy and David, adopted him this year! Lucas was featured on Wednesday’s Child Philadelphia in 2008 and then again a year later. Wednesday’s Child Philadelphia, sponsored by the Freddie Mac Foundation, is a weekly child feature on NBC10 with former Philadelphia Eagle, Vai Sikahema. StartingPhotos
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Wanting to Adopt
Started by Shantel Downing on Thursday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hello my name is Shantel, and I have a 10 year old daughter but I am wanting to adopt a baby boy. I am very new to this process, and was wondering if any of you could give me some insight on single parent adoptions? I have tons of questions if…Continue
Finding an agency for single parent adoption
Started by Kelly Beale. Last reply by Christina Bain Jan 21. 9 Replies 0 Likes
I am at the beginning of my adoption journey, and am trying to find an agency that is not only willing to accept a single parent, but actually supports it. After much thought, consideration, and time in the foster care field, I have decided I would…Continue
The Adoption Process
Started by Alex. Last reply by Deidre McDonald Jan 18. 30 Replies 0 Likes
Discuss the ins and out, ups and downs of the adoption process with those going through it, those who been through it and the professionals who work in it.
i need some help
Started by Ruchi Raj. Last reply by Ruchi Raj Jan 12. 2 Replies 0 Likes
hi,i m new on this site,i m indian and i want to know can i adopt a girl child from USA,i hv 1 boy child age 2 and now i m in USA with L1 visa.....plz let me know about that...ThanxContinue
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LGBT Panel Discussion this Saturday!
Sapphire Fund, Delaware Valley Legacy Fund, National Adoption Center/Adoption Center of Delaware Valley
Cordially invite you to join us…
Saturday, May 8, 2010 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
at William Way Community Center Ballroom
1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
at William Way Community Center Ballroom
1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Same Sex Couple Adoption Panel Discussion consisting of:
• Members of the LGBTQ community who have adopted.
•… Continue
Created by Alex May 4, 2010 at 4:03pm. Last updated by Alex May 4, 2010.
SWAN PA Teen Match Party!
The National Adoption Center is still accepting registrations from home-studied families who want an opportunity to meet some terrific teens waiting for a family. Contact Julie Marks at pateen AT adopt.org or 215 735-9988 ext. 367 or click here for more information to register and learn more about this unique event on April 10 in Lancaster, PA!
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