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4/29/08
What Do I Do Next?
Getting Started…
Some families at this stage are ready to forge ahead with the Adoption Application and jump in headfirst. Others prefer a slower, more methodical process. Either way, Adoption Links Worldwide will assist you every step of the way.
We believe the adoption process is a partnership between the adoptive parents and the staff of ALW. We know your family’s journey to your child is a unique and amazing process. We will walk you through processing the inevitable paperwork, receiving the first bit of information about your child, preparing to travel, and adjusting to the newest member of your family. Our passion is connecting families and children. We look forward to sharing that passion with you.
Step 1
Contact us to request an Inquiry Packet containing important information about the Adoption Process.
By phone: 402-556-2367
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5017 Leavenworth, Suite 1, Omaha, NE 68106
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Apply to ALW to begin the Adoption Process.

We urge families to attend a free informational meeting or set up an individual interview to review programs.
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Step 2
Complete an Adoption Home Study.
Step 3
Attend Adoptive Parent Training (typically done during the Home Study process.)
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Step 4
Identify and complete the required documentation for an Adoption Program:

International Program
Includes Haiti, China, Guatemala and Private International Adoptions (adopting through a placement source other than ALW such as Russia, Haiti, Ukraine, etc.)

Domestic Program
Includes Infant, Foster Child Adoption and Private or Identified Adoptions.
Step 5
If ALW International: Complete the required documentation for Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) and dossier for placing country.

If ALW Domestic: Prepare adoptive family profile.
Step 6
Receive a referral of a child.
Step 7
Receive placement and bring your child home.
Step 8
Begin Post Placement Supervision.
Step 9
Finalize the adoption in Nebraska.
The specific details and their order varies by the type of adoption you are seeking. When you have completed the steps above you are well on your way to being united with the child who will become a wonderful part of your family!
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