A Family for Every Child Adoption Agency exists
to help children waiting in foster care find their "Forever
Families." We strive to find permanent homes for children who are waiting.
Become an adoptive parent and
give a child the love they deserve!
WHY NOT YOU?
Have you ever thought of adopting a child but wondered if
you were the "right" person? YOU ARE! Maybe you are worried
that you don’t make a lot of money? IT DOESN’T TAKE A LOT...
Or think that you need to own your own home? YOU DON’T! Or
perhaps you are a single parent wondering if adoption can work for you?
IT CAN!
A Family for Every Child Adoption Agency recognizes that "Forever
Families" come in all shapes and sizes. We are an inclusive agency
and know that kids never outgrow the need for a "forever family."
Please contact us if you think adoption might work for you; we can
answer any questions you have or discuss concerns.
A Family for Every Child Adoption Agency is different
than many existing agencies because it focuses entirely on "special needs"
adoptions. Most of these children are over 6 years old, part of a
sibling group, have some physical, mental or emotional disabilities, or
are part of an ethnic minority. Unless they find their forever
families soon, these children will likely spend the rest of their
childhood in multiple foster care placements. Of special concern are
children at risk of "aging–out" of foster care. Once these children
reach 18, their foster families and the State of Oregon no longer have to
give them assistance. Left to fend for themselves, these hardest to
place children have been in the system the longest and because they lack
the family support system that most young adults take for granted, they
face a higher risk of dropping out of school, homelessness, poverty, and
young parenthood. They do not have any more time to wait! We
know, from working with many families over the last several years, we have
a role to play in bridging the gap between really wonderful families and
really wonderful children! Are you ready to start the process? Getting started.
Our Services:
A Family for Every Child Adoption Agency
commits to supporting children in foster care find their "Forever Family". A Family for Every Child
Adoption Agency can provide home studies for families just starting the
adoption process. Our goal is to educate, support and encourage families through the adoption process. We also have a "Matching Assistance Program" that is available to families/caseworkers nationwide; this includes photo listings and national searches. More Information about Matching Assistance...
Oregon Special Needs Adoption Coalition (SNAC):
The Special Needs Adoption Coalition (SNAC) of Oregon is facilitated by Boys & Girls Aid through a contract with the State of Oregon's Department of Human Services (DHS). An adoption is usually considered "special needs" if the child is over six years old, part of a sibling group, has some physical, mental or emotional disabilities, or is part of an ethnic minority. SNAC is comprised of 14 private adoption agencies who work with DHS to locate potential adoptive families for foster children in state custody. The agencies each have their own fee structure and fees are partially reimbursed through the State of Oregon.
Our Unique Approach:
In addition, A Family for Every Child
Adoptions work in conjunction with all of the programs offered by A
Family for Every Child to find "Forever Families" for waiting
children. At A Family For Every Child, our Family
Finding Program might locate relatives who would be enthusiastic
about adopting an extended family member, while our Mentor
Program also helps create positive relationships and connections for youth in foster care. The Heart Gallery displays framed portraits in public areas to create community awareness of waiting children. Our Matching program helps families find children waiting for a "Forever Family". Whatever the needs, our unique, child-centered
approach creates an individualized adoption experience for the children
and families we serve.
Additional Information:
Frequently Asked Questions
