How to Write an Adoption Referral Letter

When a couple chooses to adopt a child, they must go through a process of many steps before they are allowed to bring a child into their home. One of these steps is to submit letters of recommendation from family and friends. These letters give the adoption agency a look into the couple's family life and help the agency decide if a child is a good fit. It is important to follow a specific format for this letter for the greatest impact.

Instructions

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      Begin the letter with "To whom it may concern:" because you do not know who will be receiving the letter.

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      Start with a short paragraph about yourself and who you are in relation to the family for whom you are writing the letter. Use your full name and how long you have known the family.

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      Explain the characteristics of the couple that you feel will make them good parents and why you feel the way you do. Give specific examples. Show the reader what type of parents you feel the couple will be to a child. If they already have children, illustrate how they interact with their current children.

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      Include your contact information so the adoption agency can contact you with any further questions. A phone number and email address are sufficient, but you can also include your mailing address.

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      Sign the letter at the bottom in front of a notary public and have him notarize the letter. If you do not get the letter notarized, the adoption agency may not accept it.

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