Waiting Children in the Dominican Republic

In the Dominican Republic, children ages 2 years to 14 years are waiting for their forever families. Many of these children have special medical needs, are older, or are part of sibling groups. They reside in public or private orphanages throughout the country and face challenges such as poverty and abandonment. The children come from a diverse culture and are of Hispanic, African, or mixed-race heritage. The children receive excellent medical care but need a forever family to give them the individual love and attention they deserve..

Their need for a loving, permanent family is urgent.

Adopting from the Dominican Republic

Hopeful adoptive parents looking to adopt a child from the Dominican Republic are urgently needed, especially those open to adopting children with special needs, older children, or sibling groups. All adoptive parents must meet the Dominican Republic’s criteria for adoption | New Window to be considered. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, contact an adoption specialist who can help determine the right fit for your family and answer your questions. Gladney’s Dominican Republic Team is here to guide you through every step of the process.

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Step 1: Check your program eligibility by submitting the Prospective Adoptive Parent Form | New Window
Step 2: Ready to move forward? Complete the Placement Application to officially begin | New Window