Sometimes, it can seem like the adoption process is like being lost in the desert without a map. Just finding reliable answers or help can seem impossible. The truth is, there is a wealth of information and organizations out there just waiting for you. On this page, we have assembled a large list of groups and individuals who can assist with whatever issues or questions you are dealing with.
Note: Clicking any of the links on this list will open a new browser window.
International Agency Referrals
Families Thru International Adoption
Evansville, IN
1-888-797-9900
www.ftia.org
Reaching Out Thru International Adoption
Somerdale, NJ
(856) 435-2222
http://www.adoptachild.us
Chinese Children Adoption International
Centennial, CO
(303) 850-9998
www.chinesechildren.org
Americans for International Aid & Adoption
Troy, MI
(248) 362-1207
www.aiaaadopt.org
Children's Hope International
St. Louis, MO
1-888-899-2349
www.childrenshopeint.org
Great Wall China Adoption
Austin, TX
1-888-GWFAMILY
Indianapolis Region, Gregg Hamby
(317) 722-0223
www.gwca.org
CASI
Boise, ID
1-800-376-0558
www.adoptcasi.org
Embryo Adoption
Nightlight Christian Adoption
J.D. Eiman
801 E. Chapman, Suite 106
Fullerton, CA 92831
(714) 278-1020
fax-(714) 278-1063
www.snowflakes.org
Classes and Seminars
Clarian Health
Clarian Health is developing a line of classes for prospective adoptive parents, along with their many classes for new parents, to help families in Indianapolis and the surrounding area. Classes will be offered 2-3 times per month on a rotating schedule. Class times will vary between weekend and evenings. Costs are $100 per registration (single or couple registration.) The adoption classes are taught by Kristin Minor, one of ASC's adoptive mothers.

Current classes include:
Attachment and Bonding
CPR and First Aid
Mommy and Baby Yoga
Toddler Time
Newborn Massage

Fall, 2007, will bring additional adoption-specific classes including: Grandparents and Adoption, Post-partum Mood Disorder (PADS), Sibling Preparation, Infertility as the Path to Adoption, Schools and Adoption, Support Groups for Country-specific adoptions, newborns, and more.
Medical Referral
Jarrett Fertility Group
Infertility solutions including ART, medical, surgical
North location:
Clarian North Medical Center
11725 N. Illinois Street, Suite 515
Carmel, IN 46032
Additional locations on the west and south sides of Indianapolis. See their website.
(317) 814-4110
(888) 674-0101
www.jarrettfertility.com
Attorney Referral
John Herrin
8888 Keystone Crossing
Suite 1200
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 580-4848
Surrogacy Referrals
There are two types of surrogacy programs:
Traditional Surrogacy: Artificial Insemination involves using the surrogate's eggs and being inseminated in a doctor's office with the Intended Father's or donor sperm.
Gestational Surrogacy: In Vitro Fertilization involves both the Intended mother's ovum and/or Egg Donor with the Gestational surrogate. Eggs are fertilized using the sperm of the Intended Father or sperm donor, resulting in embryos that will be transferred into the uterus of the Gestational Surrogate. There is a higher likelihood of multiple pregnancy, so selective reduction may be a consideration.
Conceptual Options
John Erickson
14269 Danielson St., Suite 102
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 748-4222
www.conceptualoptions.com
Center for Surrogate Parenting
West-coast office:
15821 Ventura Blvd., Suite 675
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 788-8288
East-coast office:
9 State Circle, Suite 302
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 990-9860
www.creatingfamilies.com
Surrogate Alternatives, Inc.
P.O. Box 210368
Chula Vista, CA 91921
Surrogacy & Egg Donation questions:
(619) 397-0757 ext. 125 (Ann)
www.surrogatealternatives.com
Fertility Choice
So.California main office:
25180 Corte Sombrero
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-1611
San Diego office:
3842 Boren St.
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 985-2993
Inland Empire branch:
Jamie Williams
457 Ivy Glen Drive
Mira Loma, CA 91752
(951) 685-4979
www.fertilitychoice.com
Bonding & Attachment Therapy Referral
Bonding and attachment disruptions or breaks can occur for a number of reasons. They can be obvious or subtle. Issues may include the death or divorce of parents, parent drug or alcohol abuse, and physical or emotional abuse, among many others.
Sudsberry & Associates
Rick Sudsberry, MA, LMFT, LMHC
7519 Beechwood Centre, Suite 400
Avon, IN 46123
(317) 272-8138
www.saccc.com
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