Statement of Solidarity
Adoptions From The Heart stands with the world in the fight for equality and fair treatment for men, women and children of color.
AFTH Comments on Roe vs. Wade Supreme Court Ruling
There are some adoption agencies and attorneys celebrating the Supreme Court’s decision as they anticipate an increase in the number of pregnant people who will now feel they have no other option; AFTH is not among them. We strongly believe that body autonomy is a right that every expecting parent should have and that they should have the right to make these very personal life-altering decisions without input from the government.
For those who have leaned into the narrative of adoption as an alternative to lack of abortion access, there is a deafening silence surrounding discussions of the trauma and loss that comes along with the decision to make an adoption plan as well as the nation’s need to increase supportive service to those who will feel forced to parent. AFTH takes an unequivocal stance that the availability of adoption is not a replacement for abortion access and body autonomy. No one should be forced against their wishes to continue a pregnancy regardless of the damage to their mental or physical health due to a lack of access to other options earlier in pregnancy.
We urge everyone in our community to stand up against this dangerous decision. Congress can act to maintain our constitutional right to an abortion and body autonomy. Call your congressmen, vote, and support candidates that want to protect these rights.
AFTH is still committed to choice and will provide resources and educate expecting parents about all their legal options to help them make informed decisions that they alone should be able to make.
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News & Announcements
Coming Up: Events From AFTH
Though the year is coming to a close, Adoptions From The Heart has a busy schedule planned. Read below to find out what’s going on and sign up for an event that interests you! AFTH has a lot on our agenda. Events include a Fall Fest, Giving Tuesday, and Heart-to-Heart! National Adoption Month [...]
Navigating the Adoption Journey: Understanding Adoption Therapy
Adoption is a lifelong journey that deeply impacts all members of the adoption triad—adoptees, adoptive parents, and birth parents—in unique ways. At Adoptions From The Heart, we recognize the complexities involved and are committed to providing specialized therapeutic services to support everyone experiencing adoption. What Is Adoption Therapy? Adoption therapy is a specialized form of [...]
Maxine Chalker: A Trailblazer in Adoption
For almost forty years, Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) has been dedicated to changing the face of adoption, in hopes of better serving the needs of women, children, and families. The woman behind this mission is Maxine Chalker, LSW/MSW. Chalker has personal ties to adoption, as she herself is an adoptee. Not knowing much about [...]
Testimonials From Women We Have Helped
“Obviously this situation wasn’t one I saw myself being in when I was only 19 years old, but, wishful thinking aside, I was, and it will be something I remember forever. I called various adoption agencies and Adoptions From The Heart seemed a lot more friendly and open and more willing to talk to me even if I hadn’t pledged my loyalty to their services. It helped a lot to know that I didn’t have to take care of everything by myself. I appreciate all the help and guidance you’ve given me and I wish that everyone’s adoption experience could be as comforting as mine was (thanks to you and your staff). The work you do and the effort you put in is fantastic and really admirable. Thank you again for everything.” – Samantha
“I can’t even begin to thank you for everything you have done for me. I could never have done anything without you. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.” – Theriese (letter to an AFTH social worker)
“Thank you so much for everything. You guys are a true blessing to me and my daughter.” – Michelle (Birth mother aided by the donation fund)
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