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As one of the largest private adoption agencies in Connecticut with offices in Norwalk and Branford, as well as Harrison, NY, Family & Children’s Agency, is perfectly suited to help you complete your family. Our commitment to inclusivity means we are proud to work with families of all kinds and faith backgrounds, including those who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, married and unmarried couples, and single applicants.

When you work with Family & Children’s Agency you become part of our family. During the adoption process, we hold regular trainings, events, and community-building opportunities including a Waiting Family Support Group, annual Birth Parent Panel, Adoption 101 training, annual adoptive family celebrations, a Post-Adoption Support Group, and more. As a part of a larger human services organization, our programs have the unique advantage of access to comprehensive resources, programs, and support for families both during and after the adoption process.

FCA is fully licensed and accredited according to both state and federal standards and our adoption program has held an active Hague Accreditation since 2008.

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Why Adopt Through Family & Children’s Agency?

Our agency offers professional, one-on-one guidance for you and your family. As a part of a larger human services organization, Family & Children's Agency's Adoption Program has a unique advantage which includes access to comprehensive resources, programs and support for families both during and after successful adoptions. We offer several annual events for our families such as:

  • Annual Birth Parent Panel
  • Adoption 101 Training Day (three times a year)

We also offer a FREE monthly series of informational meetings for families to meet our staff and get answers to any questions about adoptions in New York or Connecticut.

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At Family & Children’s Agency (FCA), we prioritize your privacy and ensure you receive relevant and timely communication regarding our services. By submitting your phone number, you consent to receive text messages and phone calls related to the services provided by FCA. Communication will be used to share important updates, reminders, and service-related information. You can opt out of text messages any time by asking an FCA staff member. FCA staff only send text messages in compliance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
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Celebrating Adoption Month: Michelle and Kris’ Journey to Parenthood with FCA

Nov 22, 2024 Adoption

More than 900 Coats Distributed at FCA by Knights of Columbus

Oct 28, 2024 Adoption, AMH, ASPIRE, CFD, CMH, Donors, Family Support, Foster Care, Homelessness, IICAPS, Latino Outreach, Project Reward, Seniors, Volunteers

Celebrating Pride Month: FCA’s Commitment to Supporting LGBTQIA+ Families

Jun 26, 2024 Adoption

Social Worker Month: Morgan and Meg

Mar 28, 2023 Adoption, CFD, Staff

FCA Thanks Judge DePanfilis

Dec 20, 2018 Adoption

Family & Children’s Agency’s 35th Korean Adoption Celebration

Aug 14, 2017 Adoption
Testimonials
“The team at FCA made the process of adoption seamless. With FCA our entire life changed.”
— Adoption client
“FCA was informative, supportive, and encouraging through an uncertain and emotional process. We looked forward to our appointments both pre- and post-placement to help us feel prepared, centered and hopeful!”
— Adoption client
“ While an adoption can take longer than you expect, I found the staff very understanding, sincere in supporting us, and responsive when needed. ”
— Adoption client
“ The work that is being done by FCA is amazing and we are so thankful to you all. ”
— Adoption client
“I was completely terrified, yet I somehow got the nerve up to call Family & Children’s Agency. My FCA birth mother counselor is a relationship I have relied upon over the years. My emotional and physical health, as well as the best choices for my little prince, were her priority.”
— Birth Parent client
“ Our experiences with FCA’s adoption program made us feel supported and strengthened in a very stressful environment. ”
— Adoption client
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