Thursday, August 24, 2017

8 Steps To Adopting A Special Needs Child

If you can't have a child, adopting a special needs child can be a good way to go. The procedure can be long, but once the adoption is final, you'll have a unique new addition to your family.

8 Important Adoption Steps


1. Look for a legitimate special needs adoption agency


Most orphanages and adoption centers only allow applications from adoption agencies they recognize.

2. Find out what you need to do


Once you've found a legitimate adoption agency, find out more about the adoption process, such as how much time and money is involved.

3. Get your application folder together


You'll need to submit the following documents:

  • criminal background check
  • certified copies of health documents
  • a cover letter
  • tax documents that show your yearly income
  • the number of people in your family
  • pictures of your family and home
A certified notary will also need to authenticate them.

4. Fill out the application


You'll also need to complete an application where you state the age of the child you want to adopt, as well as their health status and gender.

5. Wait for a referral


After the adoption agency approves your application, they may send you a referral that includes the child's picture and a brief introduction letter. If you want more information, you can contact the adoption agency. Once you've found out what you need to know, you can give them your answer.

6. Travel to the location to finish the adoption


If you're adopting a child that lives in another state or country, you may have to travel to the location to finish the process.

7. Get an exit permit


Once you've met the child and have gotten to know them, you'll have to get an exit permit for them.

8. Complete more paperwork


Once the adoption is final, there may be more paperwork. If you're adopting internationally, you may have to get them a passport and immigrant visa.

The procedure is long but worth it.

To learn more about adoptions, contact our Adoptions From The Heart offices in:

Greensburg, PA (Pittsburgh)
1225 S Main St #207
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 853-6533

Philadelphia, PA
30 Hampstead Cir
Wynnewood, PA 19096
(610) 642-7200

Allentown, PA
2212 Union Blvd
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 432-2384