Prospective Adoptive Parents
Adoption Network Cleveland is dedicated to helping all those touched by adoption, including you as a prospective adoptive parent.
Many couples and individuals hoping to become parents or expand their families look to adoption. About one in four couples experience infertility, so adoption becomes a way to build the family they've been hoping for. Others are single, gay or lesbian. Many adopt because they recognize a need and want to make a difference in the life of a child and our community.
Regardless of why you are considering adoption, the endeavor can be both exciting and overwhelming and is often filled with emotional ups and downs.
If you are just starting to think about becoming an adoptive parent, we offer Adoption 101: Where Do I Begin?, an overview workshop that explores a full range of options – infant domestic, international or older youth adoptions. As a follow up to Adoption 101, we are introducing a new program for those seeking more information on how to adopt from another country called Adoption 201: Adopting Internationally. We are also in the works of developing another, similar program for those interested in adopting an infant domestically (more details to come).
Our Adoption Navigators – many of whom have personal connections to adoption – give personal attention to guide your family through the adoption process. Our goal is to decrease barriers and increase the support your receive throughout the adoption process.
As a prospective adoptive parent, you might find it helpful to attend our General Support and Discussion Meetings, which are held in four locations every month in Cuyahoga, Summit and Lake counties. These groups are open to anyone touched by adoption or interested in lifelong adoption issues. This forum is one of our unique programs – where all can learn from others’ perspectives.
For more information about adopting, contact us or call our Adoption Helpline at (216) 325-1000 and ask to speak with an Adoption Navigator.
By becoming a member of Adoption Network Cleveland, you can access the support and guidance that Adoption Navigators provide and receive discounts on workshops like Adoption 101.