Any individual or family who has ever considered adoption has most likely heard of a homestudy. On television and in movies, it is often portrayed as just a simple visit to make sure a house is clean. In reality it is much more than that, and is arguably the most...
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November is National Adoption Month, with a focus on teens
When prospective parents in Ohio envision adopting a child, they may be envisioning bringing home a newborn infant. However, there are many older children who are in need of a permanent home and parents, especially teenagers. In fact, currently in the United States,...
What steps need to be taken to adopt a child in Ohio?
All children in Ohio deserve to have a loving, stable and nurturing environment in which to grow. That is why adopting a child can be one of the most rewarding experiences parents in Ohio can have. However, there is a process potential parents in Ohio must go through...
Legal help is available to those adopting a child in Ohio
Many people in Ohio dream of one day becoming parents. While some people will conceive naturally and give birth to a child of their own, others may decide that adopting a child is the right choice for them. That being said, the road through adoption is fraught with...
How is adoption determined in Ohio?
As well-intentioned as a couple may be in making the decision to adopt, it is not an easy process. Laws vary throughout the United States, but here in Ohio, anyone except a separated couple may adopt. This includes an unmarried single person or married couple, gay or...
Can stepparents adopt their stepchildren?
According to data provided by Smart Stepfamilies, 40 percent of married couples in the United States are step-couples, meaning at least one partner has a child or children from a previous marriage or relationship. Naturally, over time, stepparents form a bond with...