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Seminar Materials ~ Adoption attorney and child advocate Bob Noone, along with child and Adolescent Psychotherapist Beth Noone, regularly provide seminars to lawyers, foster parents, social workers, child advocates and judges in West Virginia and Alabama. Many of the materials they share with those in attendance are available here - Click to view
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West Virginia Adopt A Child Waiting List ~ Adoption Program of The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources ~ Most of our children have been removed from their homes due to neglect, physical and/or sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and/or the inability of their parents to care adequately for them. This photo listing is a very effective tool for finding families for our waiting children.
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Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent ~ The West Virginia Bureau for Children and Families "Foster Adoptive Care Inquiry Form" can be filled out online and submitted electronically to the WVDHHR Homefinders.
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Alabama DHR Adoption Guidelines ~ The Alabama Department of Human Resources will help families receive the least disruptive services they need, when they need them, and for only as long as they need them in order to maintain children in or return them to a safe, stable home.
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Alabama Adopt A Child Waiting List ~ Alabama's photolisting website, where you can learn more about the children waiting to be part of a family.
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National Adoption Center ~ AdoptUSKids is a service of the U.S. Children�s Bureau and has been in operation since 2002 by the Adoption Exchange Association under a cooperative agreement. The mission of AdoptUSKids is two-fold: to raise public awareness about the need for foster and adoptive families for children in the public child welfare system; and to assist U.S. States, Territories, and Tribes to recruit and retain foster and adoptive families and connect them with children.
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Adoption & Foster Care Guidelines ~ There are many different services available to adoptive parents: Adoption Tax Credit ; Adoption Subsidies and Financial Assistance ; Respite Care and Adoption Support Groups ; Training and Support on Parenting After Adoption.
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Child Welfare Information Gateway ~ This governmental site promotes the safety, permanency, and well-being of children, youth, and families by connecting child welfare, adoption, and related professionals as well as the general public to information, resources, and tools covering topics on child welfare, child abuse and neglect, out-of-home care, adoption, and more.
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The Adoption Process in WV for Adopting a Foster Child ~ The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (WVDHHR) provides home studies for those families who plan to adopt a child that is in Foster Care in West Virginia. Those who are planning to adopt privately or internationally must contract with a private adoption agency to obtain a home study.
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Beth Hughes ~ Beth Mullins Hughes is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Certified Trauma Therapist who specializes in the treatment of traumatized children and their families. Beth also provides Home Study services to adoption families in Alabama.
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Adoption Tax Credit Info from the IRS ~ You may be able to claim a refundable tax credit for qualified expenses paid to adopt an eligible child (including a child with special needs).
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Signs of Abuse ~ This downloadable pdf is an excellent list of indicators to watch out for when you suspect child abuse.
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Emergency Shelter Network ~ Stonewall Resort ~ Helping the child have a voice in the court system.
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Cord Blood Center ~ Dedicated to promoting the benefits of public cord blood banking to help save the lives of sick children in need. In addition, the Cord Blood Guide offers the simplest, most easy-to-read resource for expecting parents on cord blood banking and the benefits of donating your child�s umbilical cord blood. Donating cord blood is non-invasive and it can save the lives of children suffering from leukemia, sickle cell lymphoma, and other cancers and blood-related disorders. Go to... CordBloodGuide.com
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CerebralPalsyGuidance.com ~ Provides quality cerebral palsy information and assistance to families in need. From information on cerebral palsy symptoms to financial assistance to daily living articles, CerebralPalsyGuidance.com covers all aspects of cerebral palsy.
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Cerebral Palsy Symptom Guide ~ National cerebral palsy support group providing information regarding CP symptoms, treatment, financial help and more.
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Cerebral Palsy Group ~ Online resource for anyone who has been affected by cerebral palsy, birth injuries, or brain injuries. Our team was created so we can provide answers and all types of assistance needed to help improve the quality of life for loved ones and family members with cerebral palsy.
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Birth Injury Center ~ Works to answer your questions concerning all types of birth injuries, liability, and what you can do next to help your child and yourself as you move forward.
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AdoptionBrothers.com ~ The website for West Virginia adoption attorneys Bob Noone and Scott Briscoe, with links to information about adoption law and procedures in West Virginia.
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Mission West Virginia ~ Mission WV changes the lives of youth and families by recruiting foster families, providing life skills education and creating community connections.
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Addiction Help ~ AddictionHelp.com is an educational guide to addiction and recovery, founded by recovering addicts and board-certified addiction specialists, for those struggling with addiction or concerned about a loved one’s substance abuse.
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The Ultimate Guide to Adoption Travel for Expecting Parents ~ With the help of adoption experts, we compiled tips for parents traveling by plane or car, and we also explained how to utilize points and miles for free flights and hotel stays. Our guide also includes what procedures to follow when adopting across state lines, as well as what travel insurance might be needed for any last-minute itinerary changes.
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WVLawyerReferrals.org ~ West Virginia adoption information and resources.
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New Mouth Oral Health ~ Explains how your general health & lifestyle impacts your oral health.
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AffordableHealthInsurance.com ~ Health resource for vulnerable youth.
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RetireGuide.com ~ Taking Care of Yourself While Raising Your Grandchildren.
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