How do I find out if I am ready to adopt a child?
Adoption.com has a Self-Assessment
Adoption Quiz that can help you and your spouse identify,
clarify, and discuss adoption. Go to Adoption.com
to take the quiz. Make sure that you take the quiz separately
then compare your answers and discuss. This quiz is an excellent
way to learn about adoption and make sure that you and your
spouse have the same goals and expectations before you adopt.
How can I learn more about international adoptions?
Adoption.com has a webpage that is dedicated to international
adoptions. Information
included on this site includes how to get started, types of international adoption,
medical information, country information, citizenship, financial considerations,
and much more. Visit http://international.adoption.com/ to start learning about
international adoptions.
How can I find an adoption professional to help with adopting a child?
There are many criteria to consider when selecting an adoption professional.
Adoption.com has comprised a list of questions that will aid you when choosing
an adoption professional. Visit
Adoption.com to get your copy of this list.
How much does it cost to adopt?
Adoption costs depend upon where the child is coming from. Foster care children
usually have little to no costs associated with them. While private and international
adoptions can reach in excess of $40,000. Make sure that you discuss adoption
fees with your adoption professional so you can avoid any surprise fees and
expenses.
How can I avoid adoption scams and fraud? Adopting.org has a great list of articles that can help adoptive parents avoid
adoption scams and fraud. Visit their
website to learn about them and protect yourself.
