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How to Adopt

Once you have decided that you want to adopt and have determined that you would make a good candidate to adopt a child, knowing how to proceed next can sometimes present a challenge. This section provides a guide on how to adopt a child, from locating an adoptable child to overcoming obstacles to adoption. To begin, select an item from the list below.

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