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.
Adopting teens
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.
“We’re not perfect parents, but at least we’re licensed!”
A couple talks about adopting two teens from foster care and the many “firsts” they’ve experienced with them.
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.
“Don’t be afraid to adopt teenagers”
A single mother of three living in South Carolina fulfills a dream by adopting two daughters from Alabama.