Adoptive Families’ Frequently Asked Questions
7. What information will we receive about the child we adopt?
The Society will provide you with all available information regarding a child’s birth, medical and social history, and subsequent care. It is in the best interest of the child to inform you of all information known about the child and his or her birth family history. This will help you make an informed decision about accepting a child for adoption. However, there will be times when some information will not be available, such as medical history from an unknown birth father.
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8. What financial assistance is available to assist us with adoption expenses?
There are several programs available to adoptive parents that offer financial assistance to adoptive parents. Some children may be eligible for state and federal assistance through the Adoption Subsidy Program.
See Making Adoption Affordable for further information about state and federal adoption tax credits, loans, grants and other suggestions.
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9. Can I adopt a child through your agency if I live in a state other than West Virginia?
Yes. We are licensed as a Child Placing Agency in West Virginia and may place children under interstate compact guidelines.
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