For Adoptive Families
Resources for Adoptive Families
Adoption can feel overwhelming, but our resources are here to guide you and help you prepare for each step of the parenting journey.
A Baby Step Adoption Resources
Below are some ABSA-specific resources for adoptive families.
Adoptive Family FAQs
ABSA maintains a list of answers to questions frequently asked by adoptive families like yours.
Financial Resources for Adoptive Families
Interested in adoption, but concerned about the expenses? You aren’t alone, and we can help. Please visit our Financial Support page to learn what adoption assistance is available to you.
Resource Library
The resources below are meant to support you at every stage of the adoption journey, from understanding the process and legal requirements to post-placement parenting support. If you have questions about anything you find here, our team is ready to help.
If you are a birthmother searching for resources, please visit the page below for information.
The National Council for Adoption
The National Council for Adoption (NCFA) provides resources for parents considering adoption, including breakdowns of the process. They can also connect qualifying families with financial adoption assistance and give advice on choosing an adoption agency.
Creating a Family
Access free adoption education resources like podcasts, e-guides, research tools, and online courses through Creating a Family, a National Infertility and Adoption Education nonprofit.
Parent Finder
Parent Finder is an online resource for adoptive parents to post their profile book, video, and preferences on their own website and on ABSA’s website through our networking program.
Adopting.com
Adopting.com has a large library of guides and resources for adoptive parents pre-and-post adoption, including breakdowns of adoption costs and parenting advice.
National Foster Care & Adoption Directory Search
The National Foster Care & Adoption Directory helps adoptive families find state-specific adoption and foster care resources, a practical starting point for understanding local requirements and support options.
Families Rising
Families Rising is an organization formed by adoptive parents, for adoptive parents. They host in-person events and adoption information seminars around the country, and maintain local chapters where adoptive parents can meet other adoptive families.
Pennsylvania Statewide Adoption & Permanency Network
SWAN is a partnership led by DHS that provides benefits for PA families adopting children born in PA. They maintain a directory of adoptable children as well as a library of financial, educational, and supportive resources for prospective parents.
Adoption.com
On Adoption.com, adoptive parents can post questions and receive answers from other adoptive families, as well as look through past questions and answers.
Adoptive Families
Adoptive Families is an award-winning guide for families navigating the adoption process, from matching and placement to raising children through adoption.
Association of Administrators of the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children
The Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, the government agency that oversees adoptions across state lines, maintains a library of resources for adoptive families on everything from financial aid to education.
Child Welfare Information Gateway
Child Welfare Information Gateway is a comprehensive resource for adoptive families, covering everything from the adoption process and out-of-home care to child well-being and family support tools, all in one place.
Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption is a national, nonprofit public charity that provides resources for families considering adoption, including step-by-step guides.
Need to know more?
Connect with our caseworkers to learn about ABSA and applying to become an adoptive parent