WAITING CHILD / SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS
Patience, compassion, persistence and unconditional love are key elements in the adoption process especially when it comes to a program such as a ‘Waiting Child’ Program. A ‘waiting child’ is a child who, due to various factors such as medical disabilities, developmental and/or emotional delays, or simply being an older child, is not yet part of a permanent family.
This type of program is unique and an undeniably mutually rewarding life journey. However, we do realize that not all families are called to adopt a child with special needs and we deeply respect each family’s decision.
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China Waiting Child Program
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HAPS is thrilled to announce that we have a Waiting Child Program in China for families who may be interested. Along with the China Center of Children's Welfare and Adoption (CCCWA), we have the wonderful opportunity to find loving homes for children with special needs.
There is a great need for families to adopt these beautiful children, who have a wide range of conditions or are older in age. Some of the children have already had correctible surgeries and may only need follow-up care. Some may need further surgeries.
AS OF MARCH 2011, THE CCCWA IS NOW ALLOWING SINGLE FEMALES TO ADOPT CHILDREN IN THE WAITING CHILD PROGRAM!!
HAPS IS ABLE TO WORK WITH FAMILIES RESIDING IN ANY OF THE
50 STATES!!
Our Program Director will give you the assistance and support are provided through each step of your adoption, including help with the dossier, certifications and authentications, travel preparation and arrangements for your trip to China. We welcome families to maintain ongoing contact with our staff both during and following your adoption and strive to keep you informed of any new or ongoing developments. We are looking for new families for our China Waiting Child Program and welcome you to the world of adoption.
Please feel free to contact the China Program Director with your questions at 732-863-6558. We look forward to helping you become an adoptive parent!
About the Children: Infants, toddlers and older children, boys and girls. At times, there are twins available. Reports are immediately available regarding their medical and developmental information, and any corrective surgeries they have received. Some of the disabilites include cleft lip/palate, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, opthamalic issues, developmental delays and other needs. The children are Hepatitis B and HIV tested. Medical conditions range from moderate to major.
Eligibility: Applicants must be between 30 and 55 to adopt a waiting child in China. Single females are allowed to adopt "Special Focus" children (speak to the Program Director for specific requirements). Applicants living alternative lifestyles are not allowed to adopt. All the same requirements apply as with the regular China Program (see China page).
Timeframe: Once the USCIS approval is received, the remainder of the process will take approximately 6 months. At the present time, once a dossier is logged in at the CCCWA and a child’s file locked, the receipt of the referral of a child is a very quick process. Travel approximately 8 - 10 weeks after acceptance of referral.
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