Adoption Services
Bethanna recognizes not all families can provide stable and secure homes for their children. When it's not possible for a child to return to his/her biological family, Bethanna seeks adoptive families to ensure that the child has a permanent home.
What are the goals of this service?
Who is eligible for this service?
What is required of Bethanna parents?
What adoption services are provided?
Frequently asked questions about Adoption
How can I learn more?
What are the goals of this service?
Providing a child with a family who intends to offer a lifetime relationship
Partnering with other adoption service providers to facilitate adoptions in Pennsylvania through the Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN)
Who is eligible for this service?
Children in the custody of a county children and youth agency
The majority are considered special needs children who are:
-- Age 5 or older;
-- Members of a minority group;
-- Living with emotional, physical or learning disabilities; and
-- Infants at risk of a disability due to genetic or environmental factors
What is required of Bethanna parents?
Capable of setting clear boundaries and provide structure
Give constant love even if a child does not respond
Appreciate small steps in growth
Be flexible and forgiving
Committed to a lifelong relationship
Foster a safe and nurturing environment that meet a child's educational, social,
emotional and economic needs
What adoption services are provided?
Foster Parent Adoption
Special Needs Adoption
Private Adoption
Orientation and Ongoing Training
Family Profiles
Family Profile Updates
Matching Services
Child Profiles
Child-Specific Recruitment
Bethanna's Photo Album
Child Preparation
Resource Library
Support Groups
Coordination of Adoption Finalization
Post-Adoption Services
Bethanna's Photo Album
Bethanna's Photo Album features children available for adoption. Our agency provides assistance in assessing the type of child who would be appropriate for you. If your family profile is approved, we will provide matching services.
Take the first step in the adoption process. Call Bethanna for information about adopting a child who is waiting for a family. We want to meet you and answer your questions. Bethanna will work with you to identify a child who would best fit into your family.
How can I learn more?
For more information about children waiting for adoption, contact:
Karen Knodel
Adoption Recruiter
800.394.6500
215.355.6500
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