Approximately four out of ten adults is considering adoption. Knowing where to start can be difficult and overwhelming. Web sites such as the one established by the Dave Thomas Foundation (www.davethomasfoundation.org) can help would-be adoptive parents familiarize themselves with issues that are important to the adoption process

As the famous father of Wendy's fast food chain, the late Dave Thomas, himself adopted, dedicated much of his life and resources to furthering the adoption of children in foster care in the United States. Visitors to the Web site can send for the fact-filled guide, "A Child is Waiting: A Step by Step Guide to Adoption," in addition to a toolkit that can guide you in introducing adoption benefits to your employer. -- Source: The Daily News Journal (TN)

Using the Internet to educate yourself about options, challenges, and other adoption issues can help you make the best, most informed decision about whether or not adoption is right for you. From finding the right adoption agency to preparing for a home study, the adoption process can be complex and confusing -- but making the effort to learn all you can will make the effort much smoother and far less frustrating.

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