Are you wondering about wait time? Understanding the dynamics regarding wait time for adoption is important.  This understanding can put you in the frame of mind to more easily navigate your wait time for a baby.  The staff at Act of Love is experienced and knowledgeable about the amount of time a family might wait. […]

Receiving the news that you are matched with a birth parent brings about an in-explainable exhilaration. The long awaited news can seem surreal and take you by surprise.  You may have had your profile presented dozens of times or maybe just a couple, but you have guarded your emotions to protect any disappointment you might

It is common in friendships that we migrate toward those we have something in common.  Adoptive families celebrate and form relationships through adoption.  Adopted children get the opportunity to form friendships and bonds with other adopted children and celebrate with their families. Adoption is a true “Act of Love” and brings joy and happiness to

Know the Process With all of the varied requirements for adoption approval, it is important to become informed and knowledgeable about your adoption process.  As birth parents search for an adoptive family, they want to know that the family they are selecting to place their baby with is all approved and ready to adopt. It

What do I need to know to become an approved perspective adoptive parent? Beginning the search to finding an adoption agency or adoption professional can seem overwhelming and confusing.  Educating yourself about the adoption process before you choose an adoption agency or professional can be very helpful, as you navigate the process.  Knowing the right

Finding information and resources about adoption is one of the most important steps when deciding who to help you with growing your family through adoption.  Whether you live in Utah, Massachusetts or somewhere in-between choosing an adoption professional and/or adoption agency to assist you is vital to type of experience you and your birth parent(s)

How can I apply to the Outreach Program? Application in the AOL Outreach Program is easy.  If you live outside the state of Utah, provide AOL with an Application for Services, the $375 fee, along with an approved home study and supporting documents to get started.  A caseworker will be able to help you get

Act of Love is helping expectant mom, A to find an adoptive family to adopt her baby that is due around July 8, 2016.  She is searching for adoptive parents that are not able to have biological children.  A would also like to have an open adoption that includes meeting the adoptive parents and exchanging

A common question for adoptive families in New Jersey:  Can AOL place with families that live in New Jersey? The answer is YES.  AOL places with many families every year from New Jersey, as well as several other states in the US.  The adoption agency’s non-profit status allows New Jersey families looking for a placing adoption agency