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What to Look For in an Adoption Agency

This couple wants to know what to look for in an adoption agency.

For potential adoptive couples, the adoption process can feel long and tedious. But finding the right adoption agency makes the process easier. Here are a few suggestions when searching for the best adoption agency.  

Where To Begin

1. Do they offer the type of adoption you are interested in?

Not all agencies provide every kind of adoption. First, determine the type of adoption you are seeking. Then, research the available adoption specialists in your area providing that service.

Types of Adoption:

  • Domestic Infant Adoption
  • International Adoption
  • Stepparent Adoption
  • Foster-to-Adopt
  • Relative or Kinship Adoption
  • Adult Adoption

2. Are they being fully transparent?

When choosing an agency, ensure you are fully aware of their requirements before beginning a working relationship. A reputable agency will be open about:

  • Is the agency licensed, and are the employees certified?
  • What are the fees and overall estimated cost for your type of adoption?
  • Can they provide references of couples they have assisted?
  • Do they provide full disclosure of requirements such as age limitations, marital status, infertility diagnosis, etc.?
  • Is their suggested wait time between application and finalization realistic? 

3. What services do they offer?

There are many pre-adoption requirements a potential adoptive couple (person) must fulfill. Make sure your adoption specialist can either provide you with the following or advise you on how to get them:

  • Home study
  • Criminal background checks
  • Medical and mental health histories
  • Matching services
  • Creation of an adoptive parent profile (if necessary)
  • Legal services
  • Setting up court appearances

Is A Gift Of Hope Adoptions The Best Agency For You?

If you are looking for the best domestic infant adoption agency in Missouri, A Gift of Hope Adoptions is the one to contact. We operate with the highest standards of integrity and transparency. 

Adoption is an emotional and time-consuming process. Our adoption counselors will walk you through every step to ensure that you are legally, physically, and financially ready for finalization when the time comes. 

Visit us at A Gift of Hope Adoptions. 

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Elizabeth and A Gift of Hope have been a touchstone during our adoption process. Having had issues with a previous agency – Elizabeth was a breath of fresh air! Reassuring, supportive and empathetic. We are so in love with our daughter and thank A Gift of Hope everyday for her!

AGOHA is a great agency that has provided amazing support and guidance though the adoption process. Would highly recommend AGOHA!

Our family has used their services for adoption. It’s wonderful dealing with someone who is looking out for the whole child, not just placing kids.

A Gift of Hope Adoptions is a Godsend for so many expectant young mothers. I completely recommend this organization for anyone interested in providing a wonderful life for their soon-to-be baby. This organization is also a Godsend for those of us who cannot have our own biological children.

I have recommended A Gift of Hope Adoptions to several mother’s considering adoptions for their babies. They have been so happy to feel supported and empowered through their decision.
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“We adopted both of our sons through A Gift of Hope Adoptions. They helped us every step of the way and answered all the questions we had, and we had a lot! We would not be where we are today, with two busy boys in our family, if it wasn’t for A Gift of Hope.”

“We decided to use A Gift of Hope Adoptions because they are very personal and caring. The wait and uncertainty of adoption seemed daunting, but A Gift of Hope helped make the process go smoothly, and we couldn’t be happier with our beautiful child.”