If you live in Arizona, and are considering adopting Foster Children, it is important to understand the process before you begin. The good news is that you do not have to do it alone. With the right support, you can move through each step with confidence.
What Is Foster Care Adoption?
Foster care adoption provides children, many of whom may be older and/or part of sibling groups, with a safe and loving forever home. These children are resilient, full of potential, and waiting for families who will love and believe in them.
Fact #1: Learn About Adoption First
Before you start the adoption process, take time to learn about it. Building Arizona Families offers free orientation sessions for people who want to know more about the process.
During these sessions, you can learn:
- How does Foster Care Adoption work?
- What children in foster care may need?
- What steps are required to adopt?
- How does our team help families?
These sessions are free, and there is no obligation to move forward.
Fact #2: You Must Complete Training and Background Checks
When you feel ready for this journey, you will complete your Adoption Home Study, which includes background screenings to ensure that every child is placed in a safe, stable, and nurturing home. The goal is to help you feel ready for your new role as a parent.
Fact #3: The Home Study Is About Getting to Know You
Many people feel nervous about the Adoption Home Study. In reality, it is not about having a perfect home. It helps adoption professionals learn about you and your family.
During this process, you may talk about:
- Your family history
- Your daily life
- Your parenting experience
- Your finances
- Your reasons for adopting
The home study helps find the best fit for both the child and the family.
Fact #4: Finding the Right Match Takes Time
Once your Adoption Home Study is complete, we can begin the matching process. We will work to find a child whose needs align with your family’s strengths. Matching can take weeks or months, but every step brings you closer to the child meant to be yours forever.
Fact #5: Support Continues After Adoption
Parenting through adoption comes with unique joys but also challenges. That’s why ongoing support makes all the difference.
At Building Arizona Families, you’ll never be left wondering what to do next. From your very first call, we’re here with:
- Post-adoption guidance
- Valuable resources
- Connection to support groups
- Because no family should ever feel like they’re in this alone.
Why Choose Building Arizona Families?
Building Arizona Families offers counseling and support to help you make informed decisions. Our team is here to guide you through every stage of your adoption journey.
We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and can make your adoption process understandable. We provide adoption services and support for families interested in Foster Care Adoption in Arizona.
The Forever Families Adoption Program focuses on the needs of over 400,000 children in the U.S. foster care system, with more than 100,000 of them waiting to be adopted. Many of these children are older, part of sibling groups, or have special needs. Regardless of age or need, they need and deserve the chance to have a loving, stable home.
If you have any questions, you can always reach out to an adoption professional like BAF. Are you ready to start this journey?
Call: (623) 936-4729 Or 800-340-9665. Email: info@buildingarizonafamilies.com