Online Guide to Adoption Search & Reunion
The purpose of this guide is to educate, to provide a detailed view of not only the search process, but also the reunion process, and to equip the reader with knowledge to help in understanding the intricacies involved. It explores the means, methods, and motivations of search and reunion, and also the emotional impact that often follows.
Table of Contents
- Considering a Search
- Introduction
- Who, When, and Why Search
- How Many Search?
- Who Does Not Search?
- Fears and Expectations
- Popular Myths About Searching
- Legal Implications of a Search
- Preparation for a Search
- Beginning A Search
- Take Precautions
- Get the Word Out
- Check the Laws in Your State
- Get Your Non ID and Put Waivers in Your File
- Choose a Search Method
- Assemble Your Support Team
- Resources and How to Use Them
- Databases and Documents
- Specialized Searches
Appendix A – Search Resources by State
Appendix B – Sample Documents & Letters
Appendix C – Miscellaneous Links
© Excerpted from the Adoption.com Guide to Search and Reunion, published by Adoption Media, LLC
Credits: Jan Baker
California
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