What are the chances that someone in their 20's can adopt a child?

Question

I am 24 years of age and recently read some info I found online about biracial children. It shocked me when I found out that they have a 1 in 20 chance of being adopted because the are more than one race. I want to take action but I need more info. Can someone out there please help. Any advice would be appreciated.

Answer 1

The age limit for adopting through foster care is pretty low, I think.  I was PIIIIIIIIISSED when I found out that stat, too.  That's one of the reasons we began looking into foster/adoption.  Just call your local DHS and they'll steer you in the right direction.  (FYI: You may not actually end up with a biracial child.  My husband and I are pretty much open to any child, and we have gotten bulletins on mostly caucasian kiddo's...but then, it's a mostly caucasian state.  You just never know which kids will need a family.)  Best of luck to you!

Answer 2

I'm 24 my hubby is 22 and we are in the process of adopting through foster care, most states age minimum is 18. Good luck!!

Answer 3

go fur it.

Answer 4

I believe they want you to be 25 in order to adopt in the U.S. And there are restrictions about age differences. I think you have to be at least 15-20 years older than the child you plan on adopting.

Answer 5

If someone in their 20’s is financial stable and can provide a good home for a child(ren) then they should be able to adopt, as long as they pass their home study. It wouldn’t be just bi-racial children, it would be mixed children in general , you have some who are Tri-racial, Quad-racial or even more.

Do you have a link to this article I would be interested in reading it.

If you plan to adopt I would also tell your social worker or the agency you specifically want a mixed raced child.  They should be happy since this kids are deemed hard to place.

Answer 6

I'm 26 and my husband and I are planning on adopting an older child out of foster care.  Check into the social services department in your county and they can help you.