- You want an agency that meets the highest professional standards.
Americans Adopting Orphans is a licensed child placing agency, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charity, accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Hague Convention International Adoptions and a member of the Joint Council for International Children’s Services (JCICS). These credentials mean that you are working with an agency that has been inspected, reviewed, approved and is monitored by agencies and groups that require legitimacy and ethical procedures.
- You want a variety of options.
With children available from different regions of the world, innovative program designs and our domestic adoption partners, American Adoptions, we offer some of the most diverse adoption alternatives available today. Whether you choose to become a parent by adopting abroad or right here in the United States, we provide you the flexibility and guidance to help design the plan that is right for your family.
- Programs in multiple countries means you have security.
Family circumstances sometimes change, opportunities arise, new personal challenges develop and countries can modify their adoption program rules. Most families want to have the ability to move between alternatives, or even begin two different programs simultaneously. Americans Adopting Orphans gives you that flexibility.
- You will benefit from our integrity, established name and high standing reputation overseas.
We know the questions to ask and how the process should go in a country. From getting you to the right place, at the right time with the right paperwork, to helping you obtain independent medical information about the child(ren) you are adopting and being able to work with all levels of a foreign bureaucracy should questions or problems arise, we will be there for you. Your adoption process will be as safe, smooth, ethical and transparent as experienced adoption professionals can make it.
- You need information to make the right choices for your family.
Our expertise, outstanding customer service and dedication to the highest professional standards are second to none. This means you will have a thorough understanding of the relative advantages, disadvantages, risks and opportunities, ethical standards and challenges and technical requirements associated with each country. You will have all of the tools you need to make the right choices for your family and up-to-date information on any opportunities or changes that develop.
- You will receive the best assistance available for gathering and preparing your documents.
With the detailed, complete and easy-to-use instruction packs our agency guides you through all of the necessary paperwork. Our unlimited ongoing review, consultation and support will also give you the peace of mind knowing that all of your paperwork is completed correctly.
- Concierge Service for families who prefer an extra level of service.
The ultimate service for families with busy lives. Our Concierge Service will gather, prepare and legalize your documents for you.
- Our friendly, professional overseas staff.
When you are traveling overseas you will be helped by English-speaking adoption professionals, not just commercial tour guides.
- You want a clear, consistent fee structure.
You are entitled to a clear, consistent fee structure that is the same from country to country, with only travel expenses and in-country fees being different for each program.
- You want an agency that charges you only for your adoption expenses.
Americans Adopting Orphans never charges one family more to subsidize the adoption of other families, relief efforts or religious missions. We welcome your donations for the good work we do around the world, but donating should always be a choice.
- Staying in touch with your agency is vital to a good adoption experience.
That’s why we have a private online chat group just for our families, an online monthly video support group and access to the agency staff when you need it.
- No confusing contracts.
Establishing a clear understanding of mutual responsibilities is important, and with Americans Adopting Orphans you will have a clear, easy to read and reasonable contract that protects your interests.
- You want the peace of mind knowing your adoption was completed with the highest ethical standards.
Completing an ethical adoption is important to your family and your future, and Americans Adopting Orphans provides you with the highest standards and specific ethical considerations and guidance. More so than any other agency.
- You want choice and freedom.
“Choice” and “Freedom for Your Adoption” are our watchwords. You are an adult and want to be treated that way. If you want to pursue adoptions from two different countries at the same time, or continue with fertility treatments while pursuing an adoption, than we are the agency for you. Choose the age, gender and health of the child you want to adopt without feeling judged or criticized.
Beyond being comfortable with the simple facts of the capabilities and services of Americans Adopting Orphans you want to feel good about the agency you choose to add to your family. Americans Adopting Orphans was founded and is run by adoptees, adoptive families and people who have dedicated their lives to helping families just like yours – because we are part of families just like yours. We couple the knowledge and skills of our combined decades of adoption experience with constant dedication to treating our families the way we want to be treated. Thank you for considering Americans Adopting Orphans. We will take good care of your family.
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