Come explore what God may have for YOU to do in the life of a child in foster care in your community! The first step is to attend a CALL Informational Meeting for prospective Foster and Adoptive Families, but also for anyone who wants to volunteer with or support The CALL in any way. An Info Meeting is an excellent way to get an overview of the process, to hear from current foster and adoptive parents, to learn about volunteer opportunities, to get all of your questions answered, and to start the paperwork process, if you so decide.

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Click here to find the calendar for your county and register. The CALL is unique because it provides the opportunity for prospective adoptive parents to go through state-approved training WITHIN a church setting.

The training is offered in a more convenient format than the norm to accommodate your schedule. The CALL will walk you through every step in the process, easing the burden. Once you have invited a child into your home, The CALL encourages support from your church family.

The first step in the process is to attend a CALL Informational Meeting in your county!

A single or married applicant must be ages years. It is recommended that the adoptive parent not be more than 45 years older than the child he or she is adopting.

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If applicants are currently married, they must have been married for at least 2 years. Homes will not be approved if there are transient roomers or boarders. What are the requirements to become an adoptive parent through The CALL?

Contacted by an Adoption Specialist. No, not when you adopt a foster child through the state. In fact, it will cost you practically nothing! DHS does not charge a fee to apply for adoption, but you may have some very minimal court costs and other fees. However, there is a federal tax credit for any adoption costs. You can visit the Arkansas Heart Gallery to see profiles and photos of some of the children who need forever families.

Simply go to http: You can attend one of our monthly CALL Informational meetings. Please e-mail or call us with any questions.

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Come to an Info Meeting By CJ Published: Info Meetings are held regularly in The CALL counties. Who may become an adoptive parent? Contacted by an Adoption Specialist Question: What children are available for adoption?

How do I find out more about adopting through The CALL? Is there someone who can answer my questions about adoption? Come to an info meeting Bring The CALL to your county Foster Adopt Recommended resources Volunteer Find your county Tools.