Post Adoption

Most countries have either post-placement or post adoption reporting requirements in addition to any state reporting requirements. It is imperative that you comply with agency and/or country requirements because these reports are often the only reassurance the placing country receives to know that the children are doing well. These reports inform the adoption authority about the child’s progress and the reports also go a long way in helping countries justify placing children with international families. The adoption authorities are eager to hear of the wonderful lives and loving families these children now have. It also lets them know how their efforts have made a difference for these children. These reports help to strengthen the foreign program and help more children to be placed with loving families.

The number of required reports, and the required timing between reports, varies by country program. While there is typically a set number of reports, it is well within the rights of Gladney and/or the child’s home country to require additional reports depending on individual circumstances.

In cases where the child enters the US on an IH-4 or IR-4 visa (when the adoption was not finalized in the child’s country of origin), the adoption will not be able to be finalized in the US until all required and requested post-placement reports are completed and submitted to the country of origin.

Upon completion, our post-adoption department will forward these reports to the officials in the foreign country. In addition to the formality of the requirements, post-placement supervision also gives the adoptive parents an opportunity to discuss with the social worker any concerns they may have about the child or the family dynamics. This is not only an investigative procedure, but it is also an opportunity to have a source of ongoing support and guidance. Gladney’s post-adoption department is poised to guide and support your family not only with the reporting requirements, but also with support and counseling to assist you in navigating any challenges your family may face.

While the following chart outlines the current post-placement/post-adoption reporting requirements in our country programs, it is important to understand that both Gladney and the child’s country of origin can request additional reports at any time, and for any reason.