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What our clients say...
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Our Process
"Attorney Bianco and his staff are such a special team. This is our second time working with these wonderful people! Not only are they professional, they truly are caring and supportive and have our best interest at heart. We couldn’t be more pleased or satisfied!"
Such a special team...
David and Susan
Why choose us...
Our trained professionals will help you understand the adoption process and protect your rights as an adoptive parent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is adoption confidential?
Yes. Adoption is confidential unless you decide to share identifying information with the birth family.
How long does it take to adopt?
While there is no way to predict the timeframe of a specific adoption, the average length at Adoptive Families for Children is two-three years. Depending on your preferences in terms of the best child for you, the process can take less time.
What if I'm single? Can I still adopt?
Yes! There are many children in need of loving homes. Adoptive Families for Children places children with both single parents and couples without discrimination.
How much does an adoption cost?
The overall cost of an adoption largely depends on the needs of the birth mother. You should be financially stable and able to manage your resources efficiently. The task of setting a budget and exploring financing options is one of the most important steps in this process.
Can same-sex couples adopt?
Absolutely! Whether you are a same-sex couple who are married, in a domestic partnership or in a civil union, you are eligible to adopt an infant.
Are the babies being placed for adoption healthy?
Most babies being placed for adoption are healthy. In fact, we request the medical records of birth mothers and encourage prospective adoptive families to show the records to their own physicians. If you are open to a child with minor medical issues or with special needs, we can also assist you throughout that process.
Various Options
One of the unique advantages of working with Adoptive Families for Children is our ability to provide you with various options to fulfill your desire to become a parent.
"We are truly thankful for helping us find our daughter; she is the best thing that ever happened to us both! It was an amazing and ‘oh so worth it journey’! We would HIGHLY recommend your practice to anyone considering the adoption process, not only will they achieve their lifetime goals of finally having a family, but they will gain some friends along the way also.”
Highly Recommend...
Cliff and Tammie
Experienced
Over 34 years experience in providing adoption services, making adoption as smooth and as stress-free as possible for everyone involved.
Best Choice
We know that choosing to adopt a child is an important life-long decision. We are here to help you make the best possible choice for you and your baby.
18 Centre Street Concord
NH 03301
Talk to us about adoption and we can answer any questions you may have.
Talk to us about adoption and we can answer any questions you may have.
Talk to us about adoption and we can answer any questions you may have.
Personalized Consultation
An experienced and caring adoption professional at Adoptive Families for Children will help you, the adoptive parent(s), think through all of the decisions you may encounter along your adoption journey. We will be happy to address any questions or concerns you have so that you can make the right choices for your family.
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Home Studies and Services
Adoptive Families for Children will conduct home studies for potential adoptive parents in a timely, professional manner. A home study is a required and important step, as it ensures that your family finds the right child and that the child will be entering a stable and welcoming home. For more information regarding home studies, please see our home study page or take a look at our home study FAQs.
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Placement Services
Once your home study and pre-adoption training are complete, the professionals at Adoptive Families for Children will work diligently to match you with the birth parent(s) and child that best meets both your desires and the preferences of the birth parents.
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Legal Services
From the forfeit and termination of parental rights through the finalization of the adoption, our legal team at Adoptive Families for Children will handle your requirements and needs with the highest level of professionalism, efficiency and ethical expertise.
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Post-Adoption and Support
Adoptive Families for Children will complete the required post-placement supervision visits and, in the case of open adoptions, offer to establish and facilitate a relationship with your child's birth parent(s). Our counselors will offer advice and even further training on topics such as parenting skills, special needs parenting and cultural sensitivity.
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As a licensed child placing agency since 1983, Adoptive Families for Children is a full-service adoption agency that places infants from locations across the United States with proud and loving families.
Our professionals are committed to protecting the best interests of each child. Our mission is to ensure that the children placed for adoption find safe, permanent homes, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or sexuality. We are proud to support this mission by maintaining the highest ethical and legal standards possible.
Do I/we need a home study?
Yes. All prospective adoptive parents, whether single or a couple, are required to complete a home study. The home study is one of the first steps in the adoption process and is an opportunity for you to learn about adoption and becoming a parent, all while our agency gets to know you. The result is a document that helps us match you with a child and ensures a healthy, stable environment for the child. For more information, please visit our home study page and/or see our home study FAQs.
How much information regarding the background of the birth parents will I/we receive?
Adoptive Families for Children makes every effort to obtain complete and up-to-date information regarding the newborn and both birth parents. The type and depth of detail often varies, but, normally, the birth mother’s social background information and medical records are available.
Does anyone have the authority to claim or take my child after I/we have adopted?
No. Once an adoption is final, you are the parent of your child. Adoption is a legally binding process where the birth parent(s) surrender or have their rights terminated, leaving no privileges to your child.
What is open and closed adoption?
Open Adoption
In an open adoption, birth mother (or birth parents) and the adoptive parent(s) know the identities of one another and choose to remain in contact after the legal adoption process is complete. This "openness" can be in the form of letter and picture updates sent via our agency, or by direct, person-to-person contact and visits, depending on the comfort level and desires of everyone involved.
Closed Adoption
In a closed adoption, the record of the biological parent(s) is kept sealed. The birth parent(s) and adoptive parent(s) who choose closed adoptions may do so due to the wishes of one or both of the respective parties. In the past, closed adoptions all but ensured that the child and his/her birth parent(s) would not find each other. Today, however, various organizations and online programs have made this process easier. Only a court order allows closed adoption records to be unsealed.