The Adoption Decision

Questions to ConsiderInfant Adoption
Adoption Center of San Diego		Foster Care Adoption
Oliver Crest

I am interested in adopting:

  • A newborn
  • A toddler-preschool age child
  • A school-age child
  • A teen
Most placements with the Adoption Center of San Diego are newborns that are placed at birth. Olive Crest specializes in matching children in the foster care system who are over the age of three, of all ethnicities, and often part of a sibling set.
It is important for me to know the complete medical and social history of my child.Birthmothers sign a medical release releasing prenatal and delivery records. They also   complete a family health history background form. Medical and other background information is usually, but not always, available.Although background information for a child in foster care may be incomplete, current medical information will be available.
I can consider parenting a child with some sort of disability.Keep in mind, there are no guarantees of perfect health for any child.Olive Crest is licensed to place children who suffer from trauma-based behaviors and occasional medical issues.
I am prepared for the visibility and responsibilities of raising a child who is racially dissimilar to me.Infants waiting to be placed may be Asian, black, Hispanic, white, or of mixed raceOf the children in California's foster care system waiting for adoptive families, the "available" population largest to smallest is: Hispanic, African-American, Caucasian, and Asian/other.

I hope to adopt within:

  • One year
  • 1-2 years
  • Longer is OK
Typically the timeline is unpredictable, the average adoption is complete within two years.  Since the Adoption Center works with a limited number of couples, the average wait time is 6-12 months.Olive Crest's certification process takes approximately five-to-six months. The average adoption is complete within 18 months of a child being placed.
I am emotionally prepared for the uncertainty in the adoption process.The Adoption Center provides monthly support groups as well as educational seminars for adoptive couples.Olive Crest participates in helping an interested family determine its ability to care for children in the foster care system. Olive Crest provides education and support through weekly home visits, school/resource coordination, and monthly financial reimbursement.

I have the following resources to commit to adopting a child:

  • Less than $5,000
  • $5,000-10,000
  • $10,000-20,000
Independent adoption is ususally in the $20,000+ range. Some costs, like the Home Study and fingerprints, are static. Others (i.e. legal costs, birthmother medical expenses) vary. The Adoption Center's fees are on a sliding scale, based on income. Most families are eligible for a Federal Tax Credit of up to $12,150.Olive Crest does not charge any fees for its services, and provides a monthly reimbursement while a child is in a "foster" status. Once an adoption is finalized, the adoptive family qualifies for a monthly stipend. Most families are eligible for a Federal Tax Credit of up to $12,150. Medical, dental, and counseling are covered through Medi-Cal until a child is 18.

Disclaimer: The above named organizations are not a part of the Rock Church. While the Adoption Ministry leaders prayerfully considered these partnerships, please know these referrals are for information purposes only and does not constitute a legal contract between the Rock and any person or entity unless otherwise specified. Any links to external Web sites and/or non-Rock Church information provided on this page are provided as a courtesy