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We are currently not accepting preliminary applications for our Caucasian infant program. However, we are accepting applications for our Minority and Special Needs programs.


Qualifications
Applicants must be:
  • Committed members of a Bible-believing church
  • At least 25 years of age and married for more than two years
  • Prepared financially, emotionally, and spiritually to care for the needs of a child
  • Desire to be a part of a life promoting ministry
  • Committed to growing and learning through the joys and struggles of the adoption journey


Services Offered in the Domestic Adoption Program
  • Family assessment (homestudy) - series of paperwork, interviews, and profile creation
  • Education to prepare for adoptive parenthood
  • Adoption planning: The development of an agreement defining your level of comfort and openness in regards to adopting a child. This agreement will be used when the decision is made to show your profile to a birthparent whose desires match that of your family's level of openness
  • Support, counsel, and education throughout the waiting process
  • Once your profile is selected and a birthparent has chose your family to adopt the child, you will receive timely updates, counsel, and support to guide you through this often anxious period of time
  • Assistance with the legal issues and requirements in adoption (finalization)
  • Continued support and counsel after placement through visits and phone calls

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