“I’m so thankful God didn’t let us give up”
A couple who almost abandoned their adoption plans and three siblings who spent their lives in care become a family.
AdoptUSKids
AdoptUSKids authors include experts in child welfare, communications, evaluation, and/or technology from across the United States. Together, they drive the AdoptUSKids project, as it supports foster and adoptive families, raises awareness about the nationwide need for more of these families, and provides resources to child welfare systems and professionals.
New PSAs raise awareness of adopting teens
Inspired by real families, our new campaign highlights the heartwarming moments that adoptive parents share with teens.
Outstanding Caseworker: Amber Scott
Amber Scott ensures that Indian Child Welfare Act standards are applied to Choctaw children in 12 states. She talked with us about her work.
“Where some people see obstacles, I see challenges”
When Tim Young set out to adopt two teens with special needs, he was presented with a lot of potential pitfalls. Luckily for Summer and Raymond, Tim was determined.
November is National Adoption Month!
Join us in celebrating the families that have been created through adoption and raising awareness of the 122,000 children in foster care.
Outstanding Caseworker: Janelle Ott
A Pennsylvania case manager talks about how she helps children open up and work through past traumas.