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Originally Posted By Mina

I am 55, single,phys and emotional very fit and want to adopt. Wondering if anyone out there knows if that is possible and what would be the best options for my pursuit of a child for adoption. Would give anything to talk to someone who is doing this or can speak to this special situation. I reside in Costa Mesa, CA. Please contact me if you have any info to share. Thanks a million! Mina e-mail: nattech@pacbell.net

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Originally Posted By Lee Varon

Mina: You have several options for adopting a child. Your best bet is to adopt an older child. How old? That will depend upon you and the agency you work with. You didn't say whether you are considering domestic or international adoption. There are many older children in this country that need permanent homes. You should contact local agencies that place waiting children. Internationally, many countries have broadened their age requirements. Contact the International Concerns for Children in Boulder, Colorado(303-494-8333). They put out a Report on Intercountry Adoption which lists all of the current programs and their requirements. Also, look at the website RainbowKids.com. I'm sure if you are determined you will find the child that is meant to be yours. Good luck!

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Mina,

I know it's been a while since you wrote your message, but I hope you're still checking the board. I'm a single woman, now 51, and I adopted my son through Kinship Center in Orange County. I was very pleased with their orientation, classes, and support services. At the very least, call and go to one of their orientation meetings - you'll get a *lot* of information! They are located in Santa Ana; their number is (714) 979-2365.