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PREGNANT?
CONSIDERING YOUR OPTIONS?
Our goal is to provide you with the information that you need, to make
the best decision for you and your child.
HOPING TO ADOPT?
Let us make this your picture perfect experience.
FACING AN UNPLANNED PREGNANCY?
You do not have to do this alone.
HELPING YOU FIND THE RIGHT OPTION.
We believe there is the right child for every family
and the right family for every child. Let us help you find yours.
Are You
Pregnant and
Considering Adoption?
Whether you are considering adoption in Florida or know that adoption is right for you, it’s our goal to provide you with the information you need to make the best decisions for you and your child. If you are faced with an unplanned pregnancy and need assistance exploring your options, we can help. If you are ready to begin the adoption process, our experienced staff will help you understand how the process works and the options available to you.
We want to help you turn a difficult decision into a positive experience. Your adoption plan should be based on your desires for your child, and should also take into consideration your needs. We develop an individualized adoption plan for every expectant parent.
Are you pregnant in and looking for info about adoption ?
WAITING FAMILIES
Heart of Adoptions, Inc. has many hopeful adoptive families waiting for a child. We will ask you exactly what you are looking for in an adoptive family to create your “Dream Family.”
OUR ADOPTION SERVICES
Our adoption services are customized uniquely to your needs. Each birth parents' adoption plan is dependent on their comfort level and request, while each adoption family's path is paved based on your wishes.
NEWBORN ADOPTION
PROGRAM
The children placed through our agency can be of any race and are primarily newborn infants. We help adoptive parents find the right child for their family.
IDENTIFIED ADOPTION
PROGRAM
If you are an adoptive family that has already identified a birth parent who wishes to place their child with you for adoption, we can assist.
HOMESTUDIES AND POST PLACEMENT
We provide professional home studies for families residing in Florida. Adoptive families enjoy these advantages of using our agency for their home study needs.
PREGNANT
Getting Started
If you are ready to choose adoption for your child, we will help you create an individualized adoption plan that is right for you...
CONTACT US
You don't have to do this alone. We're available 24 hours a day 365 days a year.
CHOOSE AN ADOPTIVE FAMILY
Heart of Adoptions, Inc. has many hopeful adoptive families waiting for a child. We will ask you exactly what you are looking for in an adoptive family to create your "Dream Family."
HOSPITAL PLAN
You can customize your experience based on your needs and comfort levels to allow you time and dignity.
AFTER THE ADOPTION
We support your decision and assist with post placement communication including photos and letters. We also offer lifetime post placement support through our sister agency, Heart of Adoptions Alliance, Inc.'s HOPE program.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Yes. Florida law permits adoptive parents the actual and reasonable living expenses during the pregnancy and up to a maximum of six weeks following delivery if the birth mother is unemployed, underemployed or suffering from a medically-diagnosed disability. This typically is handled through the agency.
The birth mother usually makes a “dream family list” that identifies the qualities important to her in an adoptive family. She is then presented with several families on our list that meet her requests and who have comfort levels matching her various social and medical history. She then selects from those families. Occasionally, birth mothers prefer us to select the adoptive family, and this is done in chronological order taking into consideration social/medical situations.
An independent investigation to verify your suitability as adoptive parents. They are valid for up to one year in Florida and can be updated easily. If you need assistance in obtaining a home study, Heart of Adoptions, Inc. can complete your home study or can refer you to a qualified professional if you live outside Florida. See our forms page to download our application. Our sister agency, Heart of Adoptions Alliance, Inc. handles international home studies, please visit www.heartofadoptionsalliance.com
Florida law requires monthly post placement supervision visits for a minimum of 90 days and this is usually done by the individual or entity that conducted your home study. If additional visits are needed, you will be notified. Please be sure to notify your post placement provider when you receive a placement.
Not until the adoption is finalized and you receive the birth certificate. You can then apply for one at your local office.
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OUR OFFICE LOCATIONS
TAMPA
418 West Platt Street,
Suite A Tampa,
Florida 33606
Ph: 813-258-6505 | Contact
NAPLES
1000 Tamiami Trail N.,
Suite 501, Naples,
Florida 34102
Ph: 239-594-2830 | Contact
ORLANDO
1604 South Bumby Ave.,
Orlando,
Florida 32806
Ph: 407-898-8280 | Contact
MERRITT ISLAND
360 Tangerine Ave.
Merritt Island,
Florida 32953
Ph: 321-301-4545 | Contact
