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<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Adoption<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>We all know children are special, but adopted children are chosen.<\/span><\/p>\nAdoption provides a sense of stability for a child. It means the child has a \u201cforever family\u201d that will be there for them through the good times and the challenges. <\/span><\/p>\nWhile becoming a parent through adoption is time-consuming, it\u2019s worth the effort. And the<\/span>\u00a0process makes the chosen child a legal member of the adoptive family, with all the rights and privileges of a biological child. <\/span><\/p>\nConsider adopting a child. You\u2019ll give them the love and security they deserve and a family they can call their own.<\/span><\/p>\nSteps to Adopt a Child<\/span><\/a><\/p>\nWho Can Adopt a Child and How Do I Get Started?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\nPeople of all ages, races and beliefs are eligible to become adoptive parents. There is no marital, educational or financial prerequisite that must be met for consideration.<\/span><\/p>\nTo get started, please complete our <\/span>contact form,<\/span><\/a> and a member of our team will reply within five to seven business days.<\/span><\/p>\nGeneral Adoption Information<\/strong><\/h2>\nAdoption is permanent for children who have been permanently removed from their homes and reside with foster parents, relatives or other caring adults. We work in partnership with our case management agencies to ensure the timeliest adoption for those in our care.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nMany factors impact the permanent placement of children and can include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Age of the child.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- Whether they are part of a sibling group.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Their gender identification.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Medical, emotional and developmental needs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If you are interested in providing a \u201cforever home\u201d for a child in <\/span>foster care<\/span><\/a>, call us at 407-725-2170.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhat to Consider?<\/strong><\/h2>\nSome things to keep in mind when pursuing adoption:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Why do I want to adopt a child?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Can I provide a stable home for a child?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Am I ready to open my heart to a child\u2019s needs?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Is this child a substitute for a lost child or another person?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Am I willing to go through the paperwork and various other requirements to have a child?<\/span><\/li>\n
- How will I handle friends\u2019 and family members\u2019 questions and comments about adoption?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Can I love this child as my own?<\/span><\/li>\n
- How will I deal with my child\u2019s questions about their birth parents?<\/span><\/li>\n
- When will I tell my child about adoption?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Can I afford to take another person into my family?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Traits of Successful Adoptive Families<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- A true acceptance of the child\u2019s differences.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The ability to measure success in small steps.<\/span><\/li>\n
- A firm belief in commitment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Child Adoptions Facilitated<\/strong><\/h2>\nEach year, we<\/span> help children and families begin a new life together. During the past 10 years, we\u2019ve found \u201cforever homes\u201d for more than 4,000 children.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/fpocf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Adoptions-2014-2024.png\")
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If you are interested in learning more about adopting a child in Brevard, Orange, Osceola or Seminole County, please <\/span>contact us<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>or see our <\/span>frequently asked questions about adoptions<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Quote](\"https:\/\/fpocf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/deco-quote.png\" "\\"deco-quote\\"")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>\u201cWe have been fostering for five years. We have enjoyed having relationships with biological families. We have two boys that we still speak to both of the families and their extended family. We also have two other children that have reunified, and we are in close contact with them and still get to see them. I feel it is extremely important to think outside of the box and what you think will be a perfect fit for your family age-wise may not be, and maybe a different age outside of your box may be really awesome.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\u2014 Body Family<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>![\"Quote](\"https:\/\/fpocf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/brevard_family_partnership_internal_testimonial_4.png\" "\\"brevard_family_partnership_internal_testimonial_4\\"")
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We all know children are special, but adopted children are chosen.<\/span><\/p>\n Adoption provides a sense of stability for a child. It means the child has a \u201cforever family\u201d that will be there for them through the good times and the challenges. <\/span><\/p>\n While becoming a parent through adoption is time-consuming, it\u2019s worth the effort. And the<\/span>\u00a0process makes the chosen child a legal member of the adoptive family, with all the rights and privileges of a biological child. <\/span><\/p>\n Consider adopting a child. You\u2019ll give them the love and security they deserve and a family they can call their own.<\/span><\/p>\n Steps to Adopt a Child<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n People of all ages, races and beliefs are eligible to become adoptive parents. There is no marital, educational or financial prerequisite that must be met for consideration.<\/span><\/p>\n To get started, please complete our <\/span>contact form,<\/span><\/a> and a member of our team will reply within five to seven business days.<\/span><\/p>\n Adoption is permanent for children who have been permanently removed from their homes and reside with foster parents, relatives or other caring adults. We work in partnership with our case management agencies to ensure the timeliest adoption for those in our care.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Many factors impact the permanent placement of children and can include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you are interested in providing a \u201cforever home\u201d for a child in <\/span>foster care<\/span><\/a>, call us at 407-725-2170.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Some things to keep in mind when pursuing adoption:<\/span><\/p>\n Each year, we<\/span> help children and families begin a new life together. During the past 10 years, we\u2019ve found \u201cforever homes\u201d for more than 4,000 children.<\/span><\/p>\n If you are interested in learning more about adopting a child in Brevard, Orange, Osceola or Seminole County, please <\/span>contact us<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>or see our <\/span>frequently asked questions about adoptions<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> \u201cWe have been fostering for five years. We have enjoyed having relationships with biological families. We have two boys that we still speak to both of the families and their extended family. We also have two other children that have reunified, and we are in close contact with them and still get to see them. I feel it is extremely important to think outside of the box and what you think will be a perfect fit for your family age-wise may not be, and maybe a different age outside of your box may be really awesome.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n \u2014 Body Family<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>Who Can Adopt a Child and How Do I Get Started?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
General Adoption Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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What to Consider?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Traits of Successful Adoptive Families<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Child Adoptions Facilitated<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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