How to Find Siblings

Searching for a long-lost sibling can be an emotional and interesting journey. If you want to get in touch with a sibling you never met, or lost contact with, there are plenty of options you can consider. If you have information such as the name, date of birth and location of your sibling, you can use that information to help find him. There are also many organizations that can assist you. If you don̵7;t have any information, there are still many resources you can use in your search.

Instructions

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      First, you should approach your parents or anyone else you know who can provide good information. Ask questions and let them assist you in any way they can. If you don̵7;t want help, just inform them that this is a self-journey and all you need is a push along the right path. Show interest in every detail anybody supplies. Try to spark memories and follow any leads they give you. Always ask questions about anything you are not certain of. Remember that your parents, or whoever is assisting you, will help in any way way they can.

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      If you never met your sibling because she was adopted, or vice versa, you should consider contacting the adoption agency that was in charge of the adaption process to obtain more info. Adoption agencies may give you contact information related to your sibling.

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      You can ask the court to open a file for you. Each state has its own laws in regard to accessing adoption records. Many jurisdictions need a court order to open any kind of file that can be of value to you. In a closed-adoption situation, you will most likely have to petition the court in order to open the adoption file.

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      If you just lost contact with your sibling, try to search some social network sites like Facebook or MySpace. There are thousands of people who have signed up on these sites. These social networks provide pictures, which makes it easier to see the person you are looking for. While searching through social networks, filter your search by location and specific names such as middle or last names.

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      Consider signing up on a reunion registry. Many local, private and non-profit organizations offer free registers for adoptees to enter their information.

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      Hire a private investigator or a related company. They will investigate and search in attempt to find the individual.

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      Look through public records on your own. If you are familiar with the cities or areas your sibling previously lived in, search through the records there at little or no cost to you. These records are available online, through the office of the clerk of a court, or through a department of records.

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