Adoption stories
Families, foster care alumni, and caseworkers describe the rewards, challenges, and lessons they have learned. Do you have a story to share? Please tell us about it.
Outstanding Caseworker: Tara Taylor
September 12, 2018
Finding a forever family for a 12-year-old boy included accompanying him on a 1,600 mile flight to his new home.
Giving up on a fairy-tale future—and finding something better
August 22, 2018
A teacher reconsiders her life plan when a new student joins her class.
“Adopting from foster care is not as scary as you might think!”
August 20, 2018
A mother shares her experience of adopting five children over the last 15 years.
"Adopting from foster care is not a sprint—it's a marathon"
August 08, 2018
A mother talks about doubling the size of her family after a six-year search.
From heartbreak to parents of eight
July 26, 2018
A couple learns about the need for families willing to adopt siblings—and takes action.
Outstanding Caseworker: Marianne Conheady
July 17, 2018
A New York State caseworker shares some of what she's learned while serving families for 23 years.
Not perfect—but happy
June 26, 2018
A mother talks about adopting two school-aged boys shortly after she turned 50.
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