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Originally Posted By Zoe
I would be interested in hearing from anyone willing to share success stories about a particular agency. I'm not sure I can trust the comments that appear as part of their advertising-- the happy birthmom stories, the short waiting times, etc,etc. What is realistic? Are there any laws that protect me from fraud if the match fails, or do I automatically lose thousands of dollars? Any input is appreciated. Thanks--- Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
You're so right, Chris. I contacted the agency here that handles infant adoptions for children in social services care. They are a religious organization and non profit, but for infants they charge a fee of $18,000!
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Antioch adoptions only can help people living in Washington, and only those who are Christian. In the current climate of celebrating diversity, this is a little distressing.
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi Pam, Thanks for responding. I did check out that website, they look interesting. You were pleased,no doubt. I keep hearing that with international, one big issue is the health of the children. Did the agency help with medical reports? Were you able to meet very many of the children, and did they seem generally healthy? I know that no child is perfect, that's not what I mean. I'm more concerned about an agency or orphanage promising something and then not following through-- especially when you are in a foreign environment and can't really communicate except with their employees-- not even to doctors or lawyers, etc. Thanks again, Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi Chris, Thanks for answering my post. I agree, it's a lot of money, and we seem to be the only party involved that has no rights. The agencies advocate for the child, and the state gives final rights to the birthparents. Although I can understand the need for this from a legal standpoint, it does not seem right that the adoptive family is asked to make a huge emotional investment, put up $20,000, and then has no recourse if the adoption fails. It seems as though the agency should be willing to take on part of the financial risk, at least.
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Graham, Thanks for your advice. Those are very helpful and practical ideas. --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Cristina, Thanks for the information, I will look into that agency. --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi Leanne, Thanks for your post. I'm sorry to hear you had a bad experience, and hope things will go better for you this time. Do you like IAC? I would be interested to know more about your story, how you chose them, how long you've been waiting, etc. Hope to hear from you. --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi Chris, I tried to post a response to you but it ended up down one thread, under Kristin's post. Sorry, I don't know what I did wrong. --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi, Sally, Thank you, I went to that site and they look interesting. Have you have any personal experience with them? --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi, Sally, Thank you, I went to that site and they look interesting. Have you have any personal experience with them? --Zoe
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Hi birthmother, I'm sorry that happened to you. Have you found another agency? What are you looking for, and how do you feel SS let you down? Thanks for sharing-- it is educational for all of us. --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Zoe
Hi SR, Have you completed your adoption through Adoption Connection? I would be interested to know how you chose them. Thanks --Zoe
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Originally Posted By Dana
Do you have any specifics about A Helping Hand in the service they provided?
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Originally Posted By Debbie
Anna, Have you started with Lifetime? My dh and I are also seriously considering them.
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Do NOT use Adopt An Angel International. They are the epitome of the adoption agency horror stories that you hear about.
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