Abba’s Kids

Adoption is a miracle. We’re here to answer the most commonly asked questions about the ABBA’s Kids program. Whether you are considering adopting a child currently in foster care, searching for information on the adoption process, or simply curious about this meaningful path, we are here to provide you with answers and guidance. In this comprehensive FAQ section, we aim to offer clarity and support about the ABBA’s Kids program at AIM Adoptions. Let us embark on this journey together, empowering you with the knowledge you seek to make informed decisions and embrace the joys of adoption.

The prospective adoptive parents may be single or married and must:

1. Be at least 21 years of age, financially stable, and responsible mature Christian adults
2. Attend an ABBA’s Kids Information Meeting. These are held virtually with the AIM Adoptions team. 
3. Complete a family profile after deciding to work with AIM/Abba’s Kids and pay a $300.00 training and commitment fee. 
4. Create a family biography. This is a heartfelt and informative narrative that serves as a window into your lives and a glimpse of who you are as a family. It is an opportunity to share your unique story, values, and aspirations, and to create a connection that goes beyond mere paperwork. In your family biography, you can delve into your backgrounds, experiences, and reasons for choosing adoption, highlighting the love and stability you can offer to a child. Share traditions, and moments that define your family dynamics and showcase your commitment to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment. By crafting a compelling family biography, you can paint a vivid picture of the loving home you can provide.
5. Provide necessary documentation. This documentation serves as evidence of your eligibility, suitability, and ability to provide a loving and stable home for the child. These include identification documents such as birth certificates, passports, and driver’s licenses, as well as proof of marriage or relationship status. Financial documents, such as tax returns or income statements, are required to assess your financial stability. Your commitment to providing the requested documentation demonstrates your dedication and readiness to embark on this incredible journey of adoption and create a forever family.
6. Provide background information for a criminal background and an abuse/neglect check on all over 14 years of age in the household.  
7. Provide relative and non-relative references.
8. Agree to a family assessment which includes visits with all household members, there will be two (2) visits to your home. 
9. Attend a specialized training program led by the AIM Adoptions team designed for parents who are in the process of adopting a child who has experienced trauma. We understand that adopting a child with a traumatic background comes with unique challenges and considerations. This comprehensive training aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to navigate this delicate journey with empathy, compassion, and resilience. Our team of experienced professionals, including therapists, social workers, and adoptive parents themselves, have carefully curated a curriculum that covers a wide range of topics. From understanding the impact of trauma on a child’s development to implementing trauma-informed parenting strategies, this program will provide you with invaluable insights and practical tools. We will explore attachment-building techniques, effective communication strategies, and self-care practices to ensure that you and your child can heal and thrive together. This training is not only an opportunity for learning, but also a space for you to connect with a supportive community of fellow adoptive parents who share similar experiences. We are here to empower you every step of the way. This training is in person and online. 
10. Complete a book review and required reading.
    
    Note: The training provides an opportunity for the family and Abba’s Kids to assess whether adoption from foster care is best for the family. The family may withdraw from the meetings at any time, however, your $300 is non-refundable.  We require both Adoptive parents to train together.

We hope these FAQs have provided you with valuable insights and answered many of your questions regarding the process in the AIM Adoptions ABBA’s Kids program. We understand that adoption from foster care is a significant decision and that you may still have additional inquiries or concerns. 

The AIM Adoptions team is here to support and guide you throughout your adoption journey, and encourage you to reach out to our dedicated team for further assistance. Please feel free to email info@aimadoptions.org to be connected to a member of our team.