How to Adopt
We understand just how daunting the adoption process can be, so we offer everyone who adopts through us support tailored to their needs. Our more than 50 years of experience and deep expertise have shown us that a one-size-fits-all approach isn’t right for either prospective adoptive parents or the adoptees themselves.
Wide Horizons For Children International Adoption Programs at a Glance
Burundi
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
(not all inclusive)
married couples Age 30–55
some flexibility for older children
Children Available
age 2–10, sibling groups, waiting children (rarely)
Current Wait Time
FAMILIES NEEDED!
9–18 months for referral
one 2–4-week trip; travel 8–12 months after acceptance of referral
ESTIMATED COSTS
(excluding travel and other variable costs)
$36,848
cost after IRS tax credit: $22,408
Ask us about eligibility for grants up to $15,000 for the adoption of waiting children
Colombia
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
(not all inclusive)
married couples and single women age 25 or older
oldest applicant no more than 45 years older than youngest child being adopted; exceptions for older children and children with special needs; gay or lesbian applicants welcome
Children Available
all ages, sibling groups, waiting children
openness to mild/moderate medical needs required for children under 8
Relative adoptions welcomed
Current Wait Time
FAMILIES NEEDED!
children adopted through Kidsave will arrive home in under 1 year
12–24 months for referral; families of Colombian heritage can expect an expedited process; one 3–6-week trip; travel about 8 weeks after referral
ESTIMATED COSTS
(excluding travel and other variable costs)
$41,200
cost after IRS tax credit: $26,760
Ask us about eligibility for grants up to $15,000 for the adoption of waiting children
Philippines
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
(not all inclusive)
married couples ages 27 or older and single women for children over 8
Adoptive mother must be no more than 45 years older than the child
Children Available
age 2–10, sibli
Age 1–10
Sibling groups
Waiting Children
Relative adoptions welcomed
Current Wait Time
FAMILIES NEEDED!
2–4 years for referral of children under age 5; families of Filipino heritage or any family adopting a child over age 5 may have shorter wait times
one 1-week trip; travel 4–6 months after referral
ESTIMATED COSTS
(excluding travel and other variable costs)
$28,877
cost after IRS tax credit: $14,437
Ask us about eligibility for grants up to $15,000 for the adoption of waiting children
Home Study
Just need a home study and post-placement services? Some families have already identified an accredited child-placing provider and are simply seeking a local home study agency. If you live in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, New Jersey or certain areas of New York, we can conduct your home study and post-placement services.
