Children's Home Society Promotes Adoption Efforts
The statewide organization highlights ongoing efforts to find permanent families for children in North Carolina foster care.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Special Needs
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During National Adoption Month, the Children's Home Society of North Carolina is raising awareness about the need for permanent placements for youth. The group provides training and licensing support to help families navigate the foster care and adoption process.
Why it matters
With thousands of children currently in foster care, organizations play a critical role in providing stability for those who cannot safely return home. Expanding access to therapeutic resources ensures that both children and adoptive families have the support needed for long-term success.
The Children's Home Society of North Carolina has facilitated more than 17,500 adoptions since its inception in 1902. In fiscal year 2026, the organization supported 202 clients through post-adoption services and helped 140 youth find permanent homes.
The players
Children's Home Society of North Carolina
This private, non-profit organization provides foster care, adoption, and family support services throughout North Carolina.
Adoption Support Alliance
This group provides specialized clinical counseling and therapeutic services for families navigating the complexities of adoption.
The details
The agency offers information sessions and clinical counseling to support prospective parents and families. Following the January 2026 integration with the Adoption Support Alliance, the society expanded its offerings to include specialized therapeutic services.
Timeline
The organization has been facilitating adoptions since 1902.
The Adoption Support Alliance integrated into the society in January 2026.
The organization supported 140 adoptions and 202 clients during fiscal year 2026.
National Adoption Month is observed in November 2026.
Culture Shift
The organization uses the annual observance of National Adoption Month to emphasize its mission of providing stability for children in state care. This push reflects a broader shift toward prioritizing post-adoption support and therapeutic resources to ensure lasting family stability.
Residents interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents can access official training, licensing support, and informational sessions through the agency. Families already navigating the adoption process can utilize newly integrated clinical and therapeutic counseling services.
The takeaway
Prospective parents can seek out local agency support to understand the licensing process and required training. Seeking early therapeutic guidance can help families address the unique emotional needs of children transitioning into permanent homes.
Further reading
Find more information regarding resources for families in the North Carolina Special Needs section.
More information
To learn more about foster care and adoption, visit the Children's Home Society of North Carolina.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Manila times.
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