Adoption Policies and Procedures

This web site is dedicated to all adoptees looking for information

concerning the problems of truth in adoption.

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Federal Policy Interpretation Questions (PIQs)

PIQs are policy documents issued periodically by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Childrens Bureau in response to questions from state agencies.

The complete collection of PIQs is now also available in electronic form from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services site.

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Select here for: Have You Decided To Search For Birthfamily?

Are you an adoptee who has decided it is time to search for birthfamily but don't have the foggiest idea where to start? Don't worry, we have all been there. With the help of many, I have put together an extensive "How To Start Searching". Visit this link if you are in need of guidance before starting your search. Many of the techniques can be used by a birthparent to locate a child given up for adoption.

Select here for: Are You An Adoptee Searching For Your Birthparents?

Actually, you don't have to be an adoptee to make use of these links. Are you searching for birth family lost through adoption? Are you searching for a long-lost relative? Try some of these links. Several new links have been added!

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