[blparent] Seeking blind parents who have adopted

[Barbara Hammel]

My one bit of advice is to just patiently answer their questions.  They will 
probably ask some that are out of line and its up to you how you handle 
them.  I chose to just answer them.
We ended up going international because it is quite difficult to adopt 
domestically.  If it is a private agency you may have more luck than you 
might with the state.
It's usually a long process so try not to get discouraged.  If it's an 
agency that does open adoptions remember that most people are afraid of 
blindness so may not want to put their child in that situation.
Just be honest and straightforwardd and keep us posted on how things are 
going.
Barbara

If wisdom's ways you wisely seek, five things observe with care:  of whom 
you speak, to whom you speak, and how and when and where.

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From: "Bridgit Pollpeter" <bpollpeter at hotmail.com>
Sent: Monday, August 03, 2009 12:57 PM
To: <blparent at nfbnet.org>
Subject: [blparent] Seeking blind parents who have adopted

>
> Dear List,
>
>
>
> My husband and I, who are both blind, are beginning the process to 
> adoption.  We currently are gathering information and this week we will 
> attend an informational meeting with a local adoption agency.
>
> We are seeking encouragement from all family and friends, however this is 
> not always easy as many still doubt our ability to be parents.  If any of 
> you have adopted, especially where both parents are blind, we would 
> appreciate hearing from you and learning about your experiences and 
> processes.
>
> We are extremely nervous especially considering the scrutiny one is put 
> through when adopting.  I do not expect our blindness to be an 
> unsurmountable obstacle, but it would be great to have as much support as 
> possible.
>
>
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Bridgit Pollpeter
>
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