There are many ways to help children in need Nov 21, 2009
There are a number of ways that we can help these children, including considering foster care adoption, supporting adoption friendly businesses and workplaces, and contacting your local special needs adoption agencies or local Department of Human Services branch to learn more about the numerous ways available to help. Today, Nov. 21, is National Adoption Day, a day to celebrate the adoption of thousands of foster care children nationwide. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Call to speed up adoption Nov 15, 2009
DEBORRA-LEE FURNESS is pushing for Australia to let private adoption agencies help speed the process in this country. The actor, who adopted Oscar, 9, and Ava, 3, with actor husband Hugh Jackman, will take her case to federal Attorney-General Robert McClelland on Tuesday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
NRA Takes Issue With Adoption Agencies Nov 11, 2009
-- Lobbyists for the National Rifle Association are pushing legislation to ban adoption agencies in Florida from asking potential parents if they have guns and ammunition in the home ... The NRA is going as far as asking Florida lawmakers to ban adoption agencies from asking it. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Public option gives real choice (13) Nov 8, 2009
If successful, these centers provide obstetric care and referrals to adoption agencies, Bible study and parenting classes and help clients apply for Medicaid. For women who are comfortable with the centers religious teachings the centers provide them a valuable service. (Boerne Star, TX)
Reed: Altman's bill hurts gun rights, kids Nov 8, 2009
Thad Altman's bill to ban adoption agencies from asking prospective parents about firearms in their homes will undercut social conservatives and gun owners alike, not to mention children's safety ... Note that Altman's bill does not stem from widespread complaints that adoption agencies discriminate against gun owners ... NRA lobbyist Marion Hammer said adoption agencies have violated gun-owners' rights by asking questions. (Florida Today)
Altman: Don't ask about guns in home Nov 6, 2009
Senator, NRA want to stop adoption agencies from asking about weapons ... Thad Altman has teamed with the National Rifle Association to push legislation that would ban adoption agencies from asking potential parents if they have guns and ammunition in the home ... NRA lobbyist Marion Hammer said adoption agencies are violating gun-owners' rights by asking about firearms in an adoption form. (Florida Today)
Volunteers continue to work on Crisis Pregnancy Center Nov 5, 2009
The center, which is anti-abortion, also provides information on alternatives such as adoption agencies. Skinner said the center tries to save every baby possible. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Pregnancy center announces plans to close Oct 27, 2009
Birthright also has been a referral service to help parents find other community resources, such as the Department of Social Services or adoption agencies, Winslow said. The group does not have eligibility guidelines for people who need help, she said. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Debating same-sex marriage: An issue far from being over Sep 15, 2009
Moreover, major issues with same-sex marriage have yet to be tackled, including the question posed in a recent Washington Blade story: "What about religious adoption agencies or daycare centers? Will they be forced to accommodate gays?". As the article reports, "(e)xperts say organizations that receive state and federal funding will not be allowed to oppose working with gays for religious reasons. Some, most notably Catholic Charities of Boston, have opted to get out of the adoption business... (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
S.D. woman accused of promising baby to 2 couples Sep 13, 2009
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.-- A Sioux Falls woman is accused of taking money from two adoption agencies that found parents for her unborn child, then backing out of the adoption. Melisa Ann Bergstedt was indicted Wednesday for mail fraud. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Katherine Heigl Adopting Korean Girl Sep 11, 2009
As a result, some adoption agencies will subsidize the adoption costs, through state or other funding, to make transracial adoptions less expensive for prospective parents, according to Joan Jaeger, outreach and communications coordinator for , an agency outside Chicago that specializes in transracial adoption. It can mean the difference between $13,000 for a black baby and $29,000 for a white one, Jaeger said. (ABC News)
Budget crisis cuts holding time at pet shelters Sep 9, 2009
Most shelters in the Bay Area are involved in partnership programs with rescue groups or breed-specific adoption agencies. The Marin Humane Society, for example, brings in nearly 2,000 animals each year from shelters outside the Bay Area and puts them up for adoption. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Same-Sex Marriages Begin in Vermont Sep 2, 2009
Adoption agencies closing because they can't guarantee that the children whose lives they are impacting won't be worsened by having to be placed with gay couples ... Adoption agencies closing because they can't guarantee that the children whose lives they are impacting won't be worsened by having to be placed with gay couples ... Adoption agencies closing because they can't guarantee that the children whose lives they are impacting won't be worsened by having to be placed with gay couples. (CBS News)
The absolute worst lie Aug 4, 2009
As The Chronicle's Kelly Jasper reported on Sunday, the Mormon church runs one of the world's largest private adoption agencies and in 1899, the Catholic Home Bureau became the first agency in the country to place children in homes rather than orphanages. That's just a couple of examples of how people of faith put their beliefs into action. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Online databank to streamline adoption process Jul 21, 2009
The databank will link 71 government-run adoption agencies. Each agency will be given an user identification and will be able to show children available for adoption to parents not just in their agency but also in another state with the consultation of CARA.. (India Times, India)
• Heyburn to shed old animal control laws Jul 15, 2009
"Now they are keeping the animals longer because they have a few adoption agencies that are trying to place them and the city is paying the daily charge of 15 per animal.". When the draft of the ordinance is completed it will be presented to the Heyburn council for review and possible approval at an upcoming public meeting. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Siblings find each other after 53 years Jul 13, 2009
Then, in 2006, California enacted a new statute that has been successfully adopted in many other states, which enables the use of a confidential intermediary, a court-approved, trained professional, often from adoption agencies, who, as the title implies, acts as a go-between in re-connecting adoptees with their birth siblings. CIs cannot be used for re-connecting adoptees with birth parents, or vice versa, in California. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Gay couples 'should be allowed adopt' Jul 8, 2009
However, the committee has recommended that on the basis of religious freedom, an amendment should also be made to the Anti-Discrimination Act in relation to faith-based adoption agencies and same-sex couples. Faith-based agencies would therefore be allowed to pass on the details of a same-sex couple to another adoption agency to assist them. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
An Overview of Ethiopia Internation... Jul 4, 2009
Adoptive parents usually travel by themselves, although most adoption agencies will provide some sort of travel support. The copyright of the article An Overview of Ethiopia International Adoption in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Shannon Dykstra new Executive Director of Life Choices Jul 3, 2009
If needed adoption agencies will come to the Center and talk with the clients. Dykstra plans to go out marketing the Center to the other counties just as soon as she can get enough volunteers in place to help while she is gone. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Liberia: Govt Urged To Lift Suspension on Adoption Jun 30, 2009
He said the suspension placed on adoption has created gap in their operation as adoption agencies in the country, adding that during the President Johnson Sirleaf annual massage, she promised to look into the issue of adoption, but wondered that since the pronouncement nothing has been done to lift the suspension. Mr. Kodou said that the adoption program in the country has brought opportunities and will create better future for those who are benefiting. (allAfrica.com)
When Gays Attack Jun 26, 2009
After the Massachusetts Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage, adoption agencies receiving government funds were told they could no longer place children only with opposite-sex spouses. Catholic Charities, the state s most prolific adoption service, was thus forced to choose between closing its doors and violating one of the Church s most fundamental teachings. (Human Events Online)
Sex-ed talk by agencies now banned Jun 19, 2009
I wonder if adoption agencies offer finder's fees, there's going to be a gold mine in Cody " Dismayed wrote on Jun 18, 2009 9:12 AM:" So, a task force was created to take the controversy out of the board's hands, then the task force makes recommendations that the board amends to the point of flat out ignoring at least one recommendation. To the members of the task force, thank you for your time and involvment on this issue. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Why Americans Are Adopting Fewer Kids from China Jun 18, 2009
While the Chinese government does not release domestic-adoption figures, U.S.-based adoption agencies say more Chinese children are being adopted in the mainland. (Adopting a second child is one of the few exceptions to China's one-child policy. (Time.com)
Local woman united with daughter after 39 years Jun 2, 2009
Berta figures her own personal experience may have played a role in her decision to enter a career of working with adoption agencies. (For a copy of this News story see the Monday, June 1, 2009 issue of the Devils Lake Journal) 06/01/09. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Families who want to adopt can get help May 29, 2009
Adoption agencies and parents who have adopted will also be present. "We want to make the process seem like less of an overwhelming thing," Mr. Bullington said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BIRTHS: In hard times, more women looking into adoption May 21, 2009
As parents struggle to raise children in a weak economy, a half-dozen large adoption agencies are reporting that more women with unplanned pregnancies are considering placing their babies for adoption rather than keeping them. Many of these women are in their 20s and already have at least one child, says Joan Jaeger of The Cradle, the Chicago-area agency that placed Joie. (USA Today -- News)
Glavine family raising adopted newborn May 20, 2009
One weekend after visiting her husband in Florida, Chris found herself going about her business in Atlanta when she visited a restaurant and just happened to be introduced to an unidentified woman, who was already in the process of talking to adoption agencies. Unaware of Glavine's storied background, this woman immediately grew comfortable with Chris. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Louise Donelan; social worker was 'ultimate extrovert'; 92 May 20, 2009
Relatives said people who Mrs. Donelan helped while she worked in the adoption agencies were still in contact with her until her death. They invited her to the adopted children's weddings, sent her cards, and often called her. (Boston Globe)
Muscatine Right to Life founder 'being called' to Rome (9) May 13, 2009
Children also have a right to a good upbringing, said Rauenbuehler, who added that supporting adoption agencies and providing financial help for other programs that benefit children and youths is vital to meeting that goal. The seed for Flanders dedication to pro-life movement was planted when she was a child and her parents, Joe and Joan Flanders, took her to pro-life rallies. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
* Activists call for easing of adoption regulations May 10, 2009
Gender rights activists yesterday called on adoption agencies and the government to relax regulations on adoption and artificial insemination so that unmarried women and homosexual couples could also have children ... Somehow, the government and adoption agencies think that a woman can still be a good mother after getting divorced, but an unmarried woman cannot become a good mother, Huang said ... Right now, most adoption agencies in the country require adoptive parents to be a husband and... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
The Orphan Trade May 9, 2009
Adoption agencies spend sums in-country that are enormous compared with local per-capita incomes ... No one knows how many or how few are "manufactured." Whatever the proportion, the Western adoption agencies can plausibly deny knowing what their local contractors are doing wrongand yet continue to send tens of thousands of U.S. dollars in per-child commissions to local "facilitators" who supply children. (Slate)
Should adopotees have acess to their birth records? May 3, 2009
The National Council for Adoption, a coalition of member adoption agencies, opposes all mandatory open record requirements because they may force contact on unsuspecting members of the adoption triad. Its position states that new open record laws empower one party to adoption to receive confidential identifying information about the other without the other party's consent. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Continue reading Apr 28, 2009
The exhibit is a project of the county Department of Children and Family Services, private adoption agencies and interested individuals. The exhibit has not produced any final adoptions, but some families who have seen the photos have expressed interest in specific children and have started the placement process. (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Prosperity of the country is what is important (485) Apr 28, 2009
This is why adoption agencies don't get nearly the government subsidies as planned parenthood and abortion clinics ... Brian wrote on Apr 25, 2009 11:06 AM:" There's no money in adoptions. This is why adoption agencies don't get nearly the government subsidies as planned parenthood and abortion clinics. " ... Brian wrote on Apr 25, 2009 9:58 AM:" Lodian, I wonder what type of brain damage you have that would make you think that anyone would want abortions to be performed unchecked in back allies... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Iowa Issues Marriage Licenses To Gays Apr 28, 2009
" Sharon Malheiro, a Des Moines attorney and board chairwoman of One Iowa, a gay advocacy organization, said other issues may require legal untangling, such as the ability to file wrongful death lawsuits or apply for workers compensation benefits if a same-sex spouse is killed or injured. She said same-sex couples probably will be denied some benefits under the Defense of Marriage Act, the 1996 law barring federal recognition of same-sex marriages. For example, spouses in same-sex marriages may... (CBS News)
Vet Hospital Hosts Health Fair Apr 20, 2009
Adoption agencies helped people who wanted more information about pets. They answered questions about maintenance, costs and pet care. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
More older adults adopting older kids Apr 5, 2009
Although adoption agencies don't track adoptions by age of the parents, experts agree that there is a growing interest in school-age children by older parents. Stepped-up recruitment efforts aimed at parents between the ages of 30 and 50 by state welfare agencies across the country, as well as the increasing difficulty of adopting babies from overseas, could be pushing the trend. (AZCentral)
Catholic church names new leader Apr 3, 2009
He has been a leading figure in the church in recent years, fighting a number of battles on issues such as Catholic education and Catholic adoption agencies. Criticism. (BBC News -- UK)
Madonna's African adoptions part of growing trend Apr 2, 2009
Many adoption agencies and child rights activists argue it is preferable for children to be taken care of by relatives or in their communities, with foreign adoptions allowed only as a last resort. Others say that isn't always realistic. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Missouri senator: Gay chorale resolution rejected Apr 1, 2009
sandhouse wrote on Mar 31, 2009 4:04 PM:" FWIWThe Catholic Church is completely entitled to their opinion/dogma/philosophy on any and all issues.While I disagree with the Church on many issues, and I find the Pope's condom stand completely appalling, I will the be first to agree that the CC does an enormous amount of good.Catholic hospitals, charities, adoption agencies, relief groups all do invaluable work.That is where the strength of the CC lies in my layman's opinion. The Church's future is... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Madonna's mercy Apr 1, 2009
These children, taken from the protection of their families, can be left vulnerable to unscrupulous adoption agencies, who profit from the sale of children without ensuring the child is eligible for adoption, or adequately vetting the adoptive parents. Releasing children from these conditions should be a global priority. (BBC News)
Madonna adoption scandal Mar 30, 2009
Nutt warned that international adoption could worsen the problem it sought to solve, and that the practice could be "big business" for "unscrupulous adoption agencies.". According to the British press, Mercy James's grandmother is opposed to the adoption and wants custody of the girl when she is six. (iAfrica.com)
Adoption worries Mar 28, 2009
He warned that international adoption could actually worsen the problem it sought to solve, and said the practice could be "big business" for "unscrupulous adoption agencies". Madonna's adoption of toddler David Banda was finalised last year. (The Age, Australia)
Children's charity cool on Madonna Malawi adoption Mar 28, 2009
"Most children in orphanages have one parent still living, or have an extended family that can care for them in the absence of their parents." "Save The Children believes that international adoption should only be considered if the child is a genuine orphan, if all other alternatives in their own country have been genuinely exhausted." He warned that international adoption could actually worsen the problem it sought to solve, and said the practice could be "big business" for "unscrupulous... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Adoptions of foreign children plunge Mar 8, 2009
"You have children being left in trash cans, and no one knows what to do with them," said Mr. DiFilipo, whose organization represents more than 200 nonprofit international adoption agencies, child-advocacy groups, parent support groups and medical clinics. Decreases in adoptions from and China accounted for 90 percent of the 2008 decline, said William Bistransky, a State Department official who deals with adoption and overseas citizen services. (Insight on the News)
UK Faith Diary Feb 26, 2009
The Church complains that recent legislation - such as the laws guaranteeing equal treatment for gay people that forced Catholic adoption agencies to place children with homosexual couples - seek to control people's morals as well as their behaviour. At the same time, ordinary people seem to be voting with their feet. (BBC News -- Europe)
Fire station signs say they'll take babies Feb 21, 2009
Moms can also make arrangements with adoption agencies, he said. In some cases, a family or the father may not know a young woman is pregnant. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Is recession affecting birth rate? Feb 10, 2009
Adam Pertman, the Newton-based executive director of the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute, said recent discussions with adoption agencies left him with the impression that the economic picture has now fully sunk in with prospective parents. He called the apparent change "bad news for kids in foster care who need homes.". (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Culture of death Feb 8, 2009
MTRICH wrote on Jan 29, 2009 10:43 PM:" Concerned1...You dont have to believe methere have been a number of stories about this in the paper recently. They also attempt to make and keep a relationship between the birth mother and the new parents when possible. I must admit I have no idea what the numbers are for kids in foster care but I know there are to many children and to few families for them around the country. I was just stating what I do know about CSS and some of the other similar... (Helena Independent Record)
