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Domestic Adoption FAQs

Families often have many questions as they are beginning an adoption process. These FAQs will help you decide if adopting through Spence-Chapin’s Domestic Adoption Program is the right path for […]

Beginning the Domestic Adoption Journey: The First Steps

Adoption can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. For more than 100 years, Spence-Chapin has been supporting families through the adoption process with broad services and […]

Independent vs. Agency Adoption- What’s the difference?

Many individuals who are new to adoption are often confused about how an independent adoption and an agency adoption differ. When it comes to a domestic adoption, the first thing […]

Special Needs Adoption FAQs

Since 1995, Spence-Chapin has found adoptive families for 520+ children with special needs. Spence-Chapin is currently accepting applications from families who are open to adopting a child with significant medical […]

FAQ for our New Parenthood Series: LGBTQ+ Parents Group

The purpose of this group is to provide a space where LGBTQ+ parent(s) and prospective parents can support one another, learn from each other, and explore topics related to personal […]

Forever, A Birth Mother

“Spence-Chapin supported me when I chose to place my newborn daughter for adoption in 1989. This very special organization facilitated not only my placement but also our reunion 18 years later, in 2007. Spence-Chapin’s post placement services provided critical care and guidance when I needed it most.”

Mentorship Program FAQs

Learn more about Spence-Chapin’s Mentorship program by reading our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Who are the “Mentees”?  Junior Mentorship mentees are adoptees 10-12 years old. Teen Mentorship mentees are adoptees 13-18 […]

Highlighting the True Spirit of Collaboration: Our recent visitors from South Africa & Colombia

Spence-Chapin was honored to host our international partners from South Africa and Colombia in early June, here in New York City! In addition to seeing the sites and attending our […]

How We Advocate for Children Through Our Waiting Child Program 

The Spence-Chapin Way How We Advocate for Children Through Our Waiting Child Program Spence-Chapin was founded on the belief that every child deserves a family. We are committed to ensuring […]

Rocky Road to Reunion: Part 3

Separated by the Circumstances of Adoption  Paulette always knew that her family was out there. She just needed to find them. The search and reunion process is fraught with fatigue […]