How long has COTW been in business?
Since 1996! You can read more about our founder here!
Where is COTW located?
Fairhope, Alabama.
What services do you offer?
We can assist in your journey to adopt a relative or step-child.
We conduct adoption home studies and post-placement reports for Alabama Residents (our services are available in any part of the state) who are using an out-of-state placing agency.
We assist expecting mothers (in Mobile County and Baldwin County only) who wish to find a loving adoptive home for their baby.
What financial assistance is available to assistance with the adoption process?
Federal Adoption Tax Credit, Individual State Deductions, Employer Benefits, Military Subsidies, Private Adoption Grants/Loans, Fundraising, etc.
What should I consider before pursuing adoption? (Many of these considerations do not apply to those pursuing the adoption of a relative.)
If you are married, you must be married for 3 years before starting the adoption process.
You must be able to pass local, state, and federal background checks.
It is recommended that you have at least $5,000 ready to go before beginning the adoption process.
Will you be moving states within the next few years? This can cause you to have to re-start the adoption process, as many parts of the process are state-specific.
Is there any chance you or your spouse may become pregnant during the adoption process? Pregnancy essentially puts the adoption process “on pause,” as you will not be able to receive a match until your baby reaches 1 year old.
How do I begin the process of adopting with COTW?
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