Why I changed my mind about adopting teens
As single woman with a successful career, Heidi Kaplan first imagined herself adopting a girl who was elementary-aged. Her sweet spot turned out to be very different.
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Changing our approach when our children can’t change
As the parent of a child with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, Barb Clark shares thoughtful insights and vital information to help others become better parents and happier families.
A dramatic adoption process leads to a dream fulfilled
Today, they’re the proud parents of a son who’s off to college. And they’re ready to do it all again.
AdoptUSKids launches new ad campaign
Now in its seventeenth year, the national campaign highlights the rewards of adopting a teen from foster care.
November is National Adoption Month!
This year’s theme is “Every Conversation Matters” and focuses on the thousands of teenagers and young adults in foster care who need unconditional commitment, love, and support from a family.
May is National Foster Care Month!
This month—and every month—we celebrate the foster parents, volunteers, and others who are helping to create success and lasting connections for children in foster care.