The Adoption Process From A to Z

Sally Wildman, a Chicago and Northbrook attorney with over fifteen years of experience in adoption practice, helps you explore the world of adoption. She presents fundamentals of an adoption and legal steps of this process with focus on preparing you to adopt. Ms. Wildman introduces you to the many types of adoption currently available, including agency, private, foreign, and foster parent adoptions. She identifies home study, foster parent licensing, and immigration steps required in the process. Identify your best options as Ms. Wildman shares tips for selecting key resources. Discussion concludes by considering common needs of adopted children and openness in adoption.

Offered by New Trier Extension Community Education. Live Online via Zoom. Course # 211-754 under "ONE OF A KIND" in the catalogue.