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Jul

MLJ Adoptions’ Second Quarter Update!

by Caitlin Snyder

in MLJ Adoptions

We’re already halfway through 2017, and MLJ Adoptions has much to celebrate! In the month of May alone, we had eight families matched with children in three different country programs. Bulgaria Two families in our Bulgaria program received referrals for children this spring! Family One was matched with three biological siblings, ages seven, five and ...

9

Jun

In Honor of Father’s Day – Start Your Adoption Journey Today!

by Caitlin Snyder

in Adoption News, MLJ Adoptions

Some of my fondest memories growing up are times I spent with my dad. He would let me ride my bike as he ran several times a week; we would talk a little bit, but mostly just spend time together. He often took me to the park to kick the soccer ball around. From a ...

18

May

Why Do Sending Countries Want Post Adoption Reports?

in MLJ Adoptions

Many countries of origin or sending countries require that adoptive parents send reports after the adoption is finalized, sometimes for many years after the adoption is completed, to ensure the child has transitioned well and to ensure the continued welfare of that child. These reports are referred to as Post Adoption Reports, or in the ...

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Apr

Exciting International Adoption Updates from MLJ!

by Caitlin Snyder

in MLJ Adoptions

The first three months of 2017 were exciting for MLJ Adoptions! After bringing seven children home in December 2016, we were eager to see what the new year had in store for our international adoption families. The first quarter has been full of good things! Bulgaria Six children joined their forever families from Bulgaria! They ...

13

Apr

Easter in Ukraine

by MLJ Adoptions

in MLJ Adoptions

I was born and raised in Ukraine, and one of the sweetest memories about my childhood is our Easter celebration. Every year we gathered all together at my grandmother’s house. It was always like a family reunion since I only saw some of my relatives on Easter.This is my third Easter here in US, far away from ...

20

Mar

What Are Eligibility Requirements in International Adoption?

by Nicole Skellenger, JD

in MLJ Adoptions

When researching international adoption and deciding on a specific agency or country program, one of the initial factors you will want to consider are eligibility requirements. Eligibility requirements will determine who can adopt from a specific program and/or agency. Eligibility requirements are a combination of requirements from state and federal laws and policies, foreign laws ...

1

Feb

Getting Started: Schedule an Initial Consultation Today!

by Caitlin Snyder

in MLJ Adoptions

If you’re considering international adoption, chances are, you’re already overwhelmed! The internet is a wonderful, beautiful place, until it’s not. Information overload happens so quickly, adoption stories can be so emotional, and before you know it, you have headed down a rabbit trail of adoption nightmares and worst case scenarios with tears in your eyes ...

2

Jan

International Adoption- A 2016 MLJ Adoptions Agency Update!

by Caitlin Snyder

in MLJ Adoptions

International adoption is not for the faint of heart. Families who choose to adopt internationally do so for a variety of reasons, but resilience, courage and endurance are all qualities of these adoptive families. As 2016 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the many successes our agency has seen this year: 97 children from ...

7

Dec

Christmas Around the World!

by Iris Dauterman

in MLJ Adoptions

Every family has their own traditions for the holidays. Whether these traditions are religious, like going to Midnight Mass, or cultural, like hanging lights and singing carols together, the holidays are all about celebrating the good in our lives with the people we care about most. My family’s traditions involve copious amounts of cookies and ...

27

Sep

What is a Primary Provider?

by Caitlin Snyder

in MLJ Adoptions, Resources

There are a lot of words thrown around during an international adoption. Many of these words are foreign to prospective adoptive families. The term primary provider is likely one of them. All families who pursue international adoption are required to use a primary provider. When the Universal Accreditation Act went into effect in July 2014, ...

20

Sep

Why I Like Working in International Adoption

by Karlene Edgemon, MS, LSW

in MLJ Adoptions

About two years ago, I began working for MLJ Adoptions International as the Director of Social Services. Prior to that time, I worked for 23 years (yes, a while!) with a large child welfare agency that specialized in many services for children and families, including adoption. During that time, I supervised, developed and worked in ...

13

Sep

Need a Step-Parent Home Study Completed in Indiana?

by Karlene Edgemon, MS, LSW

in MLJ Adoptions

Step-parent adoptions are becoming increasingly common in Indiana. When a step-parent wants to become a legal parent of their spouse’s child, they begin this adoption process with the approval of their spouse. Step-parents can decide to adopt for many reasons, but the major reasons are as follows: (a) the child has grown attached to the ...

7

Sep

MLJ’s Founder Advocates for Indiana Children

by Nicole Skellenger, JD

in MLJ Adoptions

Our Founder, Michele L. Jackson, is a proud member of the Indiana Bicentennial Children’s Rights Chapter. This group is doing important work to serve the needs of Indiana’s children. Much of the work being done is focused on at-risk children and those in need of services; internationally adopted children who are struggling would also fall ...

31

Aug

Communication and Your Adoption Agency

by Nicole Skellenger, JD

in MLJ Adoptions

Communication is one of the most important aspects, if not the most important aspect, of a relationship. The relationship between an adoption agency and an adopting family is no different, and good communication is key. A frequent topic of discussion among our team members is “How can we best communicate efficiently and effectively with our ...

20

Jun

Show Your Support for Children in Need of Families with AmazonSmile

by Caitlin Snyder

in MLJ Adoptions

In 2015, MLJ Adoptions transitioned from a for-profit to a non-profit organization. This transition benefits adoptive families and children in need of families in numerous ways. As an organization, we have started to raise money to grant to families who are adopting children with additional needs. We can also accept tax-deductible donations on behalf of ...

15

Jun

Thank You Dad!

by Karlene Edgemon, MS, LSW

in MLJ Adoptions

June 19th has been set aside to thank all of the wonderful fathers out there—adoptive dads, step-dads, foster dads, and biological dads—on Father’s Day. We want to acknowledge your stellar contribution to your own families as well as to your communities throughout the world. It’s our chance to show our love and respect for you ...

8

Jun

Celebrating Eight Years of International Adoption at MLJ!

by Nicole Skellenger, JD

in MLJ Adoptions

This year MLJ Adoptions celebrates eight years of serving children in need of families. We are proud of how far we have come, and look forward to what the future has in store for our families and for our team. Over the past eight years, we have been blessed to find loving permanent homes for ...

9

May

Rally for the Adoption Tax Credit

by MLJ Adoptions

in MLJ Adoptions

The Adoption Tax Credit needs your help! There are two events in Congress this week and our collective voices are so important. On May 11 over 200 people from across the country will be advocating for the Adoption Tax Credit as part of RESOLVE’s Advocacy Day. There will be a Member Day Hearing on Tax ...

28

Mar

Tips for Effective Re-Do’s

by Angela Simpson, BSW

in MLJ Adoptions

I am a frequent user of the “Undo” (Ctrl + Z) and “Re-do” (Ctrl + Y) functions on a computer. When typing I don’t always get it right the first time and have to try it again when I make mistakes. Sometimes I wish that there was a short cut like Ctrl + Z in ...

24

Feb

Primary Provider Successes to Celebrate!

in MLJ Adoptions

MLJ Adoptions is excited to celebrate success as a primary provider! As an agency, we love it when families finalize their processes and bring their adopted children to the United States! While the process may be long and arduous at times, filled with unending stacks of paperwork, appointments and requirements, it is always rewarding when ...

8

Feb

What are Primary Provider Services?

in MLJ Adoptions

The implementation of the Universal Accreditation Act (UAA) which requires all adoptive parents to utilize the services of a primary provider. It is important to partner with a primary provider before pursuing your adoption to ensure that parts of your adoption will not need to be re-done.

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