How to Adopt a Child With Dwarfism

Adopting a child is a rigorous and extremely rewarding process. Adopting a child with special needs can be both more rigorous and more rewarding. Be clear about your preferences so that you can find the perfect child for your family.

Instructions

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      Find an agency that works with special-needs children. Rainbow Kids is a great clearinghouse for information about adopting special needs children; they even have listings of waiting children with specific challenges, such as dwarfism.

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      Apply to become an adoptive parent. Each agency and state has different requirements, but assume that you will have to provide information on your family history, your financial well-being, written references from employers and friends, and any criminal offenses. You will also have at least one home visit.

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      Look into international adoption. Again, each country will have different requirements, but expect to have all aspects of your family's life examined. Adoption Ark has programs that can help you adopt in various countries and can help you find a child with dwarfism.

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      Choose a child or children you want to adopt.

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      Prepare for raising a child with dwarfism. Read books and articles, find doctors who are familiar with dwarfism, talk to members of the Little People of America, and plan on how you will make accommodations in your house.

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      Attend parenting and adopting classes and seminars through your agency or community.

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