Adoption in Thousand Oaks
Adoption is a deeply personal choice, and only you can know if it’s right for your situation. Here at American Adoptions, we can be your one-stop-shop for the adoption process in Thousand Oaks.
The benefits we offer as a full-service, national adoption agency set us apart from competitors. Whereas many professionals can complete only certain parts of the process, we can handle everything.
To learn more about the adoption process, fill out our online contact form now to get more free information now, or call us at 1-800-ADOPTION at any time. We’re here to complete your adoption journey whenever you’re ready to begin.
Adoption Agencies in Thousand Oaks, California
When it comes to choosing an adoption agency in Thousand Oaks, why not go with the best?
American Adoptions is one of the largest national adoption agencies. We’re licensed in many states, including plenty of counties in California. In other words, we can handle each and every step of your adoption in Thousand Oaks.
We can provide services that smaller, regional adoption agencies in Thousand Oaks cannot. In addition to those services, we’re local with offices in California. Come in and see us less than an hour away!
633 West 5th Street
26th and 27th floors
Los Angeles, CA 90071
We’ve helped thousands of expectant birth mothers and hopeful adoptive families complete their adoption journeys. We’d love to help you, too.
Some of the benefits that come with choosing us include:
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Adoption financial assistance that covers 100% of pregnancy- and adopted-related expenses for expectant birth mothers
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Financial protection for hopeful adoptive families in the event of an adoption disruption
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Help with creating a personalized adoption plan based on your wishes
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Adoptive family video profiles to give hopeful adoptive families a chance to express themselves beyond words
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And much more
How to “Give a Baby Up” for Adoption in Thousand Oaks
If adoption is right for your situation, then there is something you should know about “giving up” your baby for adoption in Thousand Oaks.
Choosing adoption is done so out of love for your baby. You’re giving your baby a chance to have a life full of opportunities and support that you might not be able to provide right now.
The next thing to remember, if you’ve chosen adoption, is that we’re here for you. Although no two adoption journeys are the same, there are some general next steps you can expect to take:
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Step 1: Connect with one of our adoption specialists.
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Step 2: Create your customized adoption plan with our agency.
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Step 3: Choose the family for your child that best fits your vision for an ideal situation.
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Step 4: Get to know the adoptive family; the amount of contact is up to you as the expectant birth mother.
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Step 5: Plan for birth and life after placement.
To learn more about choosing adoption in Thousand Oaks, fill out our online contact form now to get more free adoption information.
How to Adopt a Child in Thousand Oaks
When it comes to adoption in Thousand Oaks, one of the first things you’ll have to do is decide what type of adoption is right for your situation. Domestic, international and foster care adoptions all have their own nuances.
You’ll also need to meet California’s requirements too:
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You must be 10 years older than the child you are adopting.
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You must complete a criminal background check.
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You must complete a home study.
If domestic infant adoption or foster care adoption are options you’re considering, we can help you from start to finish.
Domestic Infant Adoption
When it comes to domestic adoption, after you’ve decided it is right for you and met with one of our adoptive family coordinators for a free consultation, these are your next steps:
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Step 1: Fill out a pre-application and start the home study.
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Step 2: Complete your adoption planning questionnaire.
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Step 3: Create your adoptive family profile.
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Step 4: Find an adoption opportunity.
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Step 5: Complete the adoption process, begin your life as an adoptive parent.
Foster Care Adoption
If foster care adoption is right for you, then you’ll work with Family Connections Christian Adoptions to complete the adoption.
As an affiliate of American Adoptions, FCCA has been working with California’s foster care system for decades. Their fos-adopt program was created to connect hopeful adoptive families with children waiting for a nurturing home.
FCCA’s program stands above others because they will never ask you to be “just” a foster family; only the specific child you hope to adopt will be placed in your home.
With over 50,000 kids in California’s foster care system alone, fostering to adopt in Thousand Oaks is another great option for hopeful adoptive families.
Start Your Adoption Process Now
To learn more about adoption in Thousand Oaks and if it’s right for you, call us now at 1-800-ADOPTION or fill out our online contact form now to get more free information. We’re here for you at any time, whether you need us at 4 p.m. or 4 a.m. We’d love nothing more than to help you start this wonderful journey today!
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