ABA Adoption Services, Inc. is a licensed, non-profit (501-c-3) adoption agency. We take pride in providing prompt, compassionate, expert assistance through what can be an intimidating process. We offer domestic and international adoption home studies and adoption post-placement services, in both English and Spanish, throughout Florida.. We also provide home study services to U.S. citizens living abroad. We also provide adoptive parenting classes and free adoption information seminars, as well as phone/e-mail consultations and referrals. We are in the process of developing a domestic adoption program.
ABA Adoption Services, Inc. is proud to be a member of the Joint Council on International Children's Services, the North American Council on Adoptable Children, and the Florida Adoption Council.
The adoption process is a journey that requires thoughtful consideration and research. At ABA Adoption Services, inc. we assist adoptive parents with their adoption plans by providing them with the tools and information they need to make the best decision for their family. Once the adoption process has begun, ABA Adoption Services, Inc. provides adoptive parents support and prepares them to realize their dream of creating a family through adoption.
CARMEN J. ACEVEDO, LCSW is Executive Director and Founder of ABA Adoption Services, Inc.
Mrs. Acevedo developed an interest in the adoption field through her own experience in foster care as a child and has completed over l000 domestic and international adoption home studies l986.
Mrs. Acevedo is a part-time instructor at Miami-Dade Community College and has written a monthly column for a local newspaper. She teaches Adoptive Parenting classes in English and Spanish and conducts free informational seminars on adoption. She is available for phone and e-mail consultations free of charge.
You are embarking on a very special journey and ABA Adoption Services, Inc. will consider it a privilege to accompany you along the way.
The adoption home study is the essential document for any adoption. It is a psychosocial report that must comply with State requirements and, in the case of international adoptions, with the requirements of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the adoption country. ABA Adoption Services, Inc. is a licensed, non-profit adoption agency, qualified to complete adoption home studies for any country.
Although the adoption home study process can seem overwhelming at first glance, the staff at ABA Adoption Services, Inc. is trained and experienced in completing domestic and international home studies and will assist you throughout your adoption home study experience.
The adoption home study is a very important step in the adoption process because it strives to ensure, as much as possible, that an adopted child will be raised in a permanent, safe, loving and nurturing home. The adoption home study includes an inspection of your home, a review of pertinent documentation, such as criminal background checks, income and employment verification, references, medical examinations, autobiographical information, experience with children, and your motivation and views about adoption. The adoption home study is conducted by a licensed clinical social worker who, in addition to interviewing you, will provide you with adoptive parenting information and will be able to answer your questions. We understand that being asked to answer many personal questions can be intimidating and stressful and our staff will help you through it by providing expert assistance, information and support.
ABA Adoption Services, Inc. conducts a free adoption information seminar the second Tuesday of every month, 6-8p.m., at its offices: 15321 South Dixie Highway, Suite 303, Miami, Florida.
This seminar addresses the following issues:
pros and cons of domestic and international adoption.
documentation required for adoption process
explanation of the essential document for any adoption: The Home Study
adoption requirements by various countries
Adoptive parenting classes are also available individually or in a group setting. These classes address issues pertaining specifically to adoptive parenting, such as, attachment, bonding, identity, and how and when to talk with your child about adoption.
ABA Adoption Services15321 South Dixie Highway
, Suite 303
Miami, FL 33157
Map305-245-4001
www.ABAAdoption.org
