The family must travel to Bulgaria to spend time with their child before the adoption is finalized. Children over the age of three can be escorted home, whereas children under three must be picked up at the orphanage by their parents. Childless married couples, families with one child, or singles, under the age of 50, can adopt children under the age of three. At this point there are more children available than families. CHS's visit to Bulgaria Russia Top Home CHS of NJ is a Networking Agency with Cradle of Hope for the adoption of children, ages six months to six years, living in orphanages in Russia.
Some siblings are available.
The children are generally healthy, although some will need medical attention. The majority of children placed with our families are doing very well. The family must travel to Russia for approximately 2 weeks, and stay with host families. The entire process takes less than one year. The program is moving quickly, with matches occurring shortly after the submission of documents.