I want to adopt a child (8)
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What is adoption?
Adoption is the legal process where one or two people become the parent of a child and take the child to be their own. The New York State Court System has created resources to explain who can adopt and the different types of adoption. Content Detail
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Private placement adoption in New York
Explains private placement adoption, who can adopt and when the biological parents need to consent. Content Detail
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Frequently asked questions about Surrogates Court
Questions and answers about estates, guardianship of a child, adoption and other cases in Surrogates Court. Read More
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How does the adoption process work?
Answers to frequently asked questions about the adoption process, including who can adopt. Content Detail
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Legal issues of independent adoption
This factsheet gives legal information about adoptions that are not arranged through an agency (independent adoptions), as well as those that are. Also included is information on the legal rights of birth fathers. Content Detail
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Tips for people considering an open adoption
This guide will help you understand the basics of open adoption and its benefits. Content Detail
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What is a home study?
A major step in building your family through adoption is the home study. This fact sheet talks about how a home study works, in general, and answers commons questions that prospective adoptive parents have about home studies. Follow the link below to read the fact sheet. Content Detail
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I want to adopt my stepchild (1)
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Basic information about stepparent adoption
This fact sheet has information on the legal issues and steps to take when a stepparent wants to adopt. Content Detail
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I want to adopt my foster child (1)
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Where to Go For Birth Records in New York State
Information on how you can get access to official records of your birth in New York State State (outside of NYC). Content Detail
I am looking for financial help with an adoption (2)
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Employer-provided benefits for adoptive parents
This fact sheet describes the type of employer benefits that are available to a family that has adopted a child, including what the law requires and what is optional. Content Detail
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How to make adoption an affordable option
Information about adoption process, with special details on subsidies or financial help that may be available to families who adopt. Also included in this booklet are definitions of common terms used during the adoption process. Content Detail
I need an interpreter (1)
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If you do not speak english and go to the Office of Administration of Children's Services (ACS)
You are entitled to receive free language assistance. Learn more! Content Detail
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- Russian / Pусский
I am adopted (1)
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I am adopted and want to access my adoption files
American Adoptions has information on legal issues adoptees need to know about accessing adoption records and what type of information is kept in adoption records. Content Detail
