Blog - Adoption Center of Illinois

12.22.25

Press Release: Urgent Update & Action Needed

Effective January 1, 2026, the White House has issued a proclamation titled “Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States,” which suspends [...]

09.23.25

Adoption in Schools

By Molly Berger, ACI Adoption Social Worker

School can be a wonderful place for children to grow, learn, and build friendships. However, for adoptees and adoptive families, it can also come with unique challenges. Whether it’s filling [...]

07.17.25

International Adoption Journey – One Family’s Story

In October 2021, our family experienced a devastating loss. Our sister—a devoted single mother—passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind her 13-year-old son. As we navigated the shock and grief, one truth [...]

06.30.25

What Is a Primary Provider in International Adoption?

By Jane Turner, ACI Program Coordinator, Executive Director Emeritus

International adoption, also known as intercountry adoption, can feel like stepping into a whole new world. A world filled with unfamiliar terms, layers of regulations, and a network of professionals [...]

05.19.25

Adopting a Child: Understanding the Process

By Leigh Pollworth, ACI Domestic Program Supervisor

Adopting a child is an intentional path to growing your family—one that often involves a unique and transformative journey. For those considering this life-changing path, it’s natural to have questions: [...]

04.24.25

Embracing Diversity: Essential Parenting Tips for Transracial Adoption

By Molly Berger, ACI Adoption Social Worker

Choosing to be open to a transracial adoption comes with a unique responsibility to your child unlike any other type of parenting. You are tasked to raise a child of [...]

03.25.25

Adoption Support Group: What to Expect

By Claire Dixon, ACI Clinical Director and Therapist

Adoption is a lifelong journey—one filled with emotions, challenges, and questions. If you’ve ever wished for a space where you can connect with individuals on a similar journey and others [...]

12.20.24

Adoption counseling for expectant parents, why ethical treatment matters

By Molly Berger, ACI Adoption Social Worker

Adoption counseling plays a vital role in providing support, guidance, and impartial information to expectant parents. It is designed to empower them by helping them understand their rights and available [...]

12.13.24

Approaching Your First Meeting with a Prospective Adoptive Family

By Pam Brown, ACI Expectant Parent Counselor

There are many steps in creating your adoption plan. Meeting a prospective adoptive family for the first time is a moment filled with uncertainty, anticipation, and perhaps a touch of [...]

10.29.24

Best Practices in Creating an Adoptive Family Profile

By Pam Brown, ACI Expectant Parent Counselor

Creating a unique and meaningful adoptive family profile is an essential step in your adoption journey. It’s crucial to approach it thoughtfully, balancing openness, authenticity, and empathy. It is important [...]