Adoption Resources

When it comes to the Internet, there's no shortage in adoption resources. Perhaps one of the most noted adoption resources is the government-run Child Welfare Information Gateway, which was formerly the National Adoption Information Clearinghouse. The Child Welfare Information Gateway, located at ChildWelfare.gov, is an extensive collection of adoption resources for everyone from the novice adopter to savvy professional. The main goal of CWIG is to educate the public about reporting child abuse and neglect and to suggest ways to strengthen familial bonds.

Other adoption resources can be found on websites that either provide issue-specific information or function-specific services. An issue-specific site provides information about one facet of the adoption community. A function-specific site, like a search and reunion database or forum, is an interactive online adoption community.

Other adoption resources are available through government aid. Financing public adoptions, particularly those of children with special needs, is something that government resources encourage with tax credits and reimbursements. Advice on how to utilize these resources to the greatest advantage is available from attorneys, case workers and other adoption professionals.

Some adoption resources come from peers in the adoption community by way of blogs and open forums. First-hand experiences are sometimes more helpful than generalized advice. The Internet isn't edited or proofread with the same thoroughness of a reference book.