|
My name is Megan Crenshaw and I am delighted and honored be a part of
Journeys of the Heart. I have been touched by
the experience of adoption and would like to offer my help and support
as you are learning about the options available to you and your child.
At a young age I discovered my passion for helping people and throughout
my life have had the opportunity to fulfill that passion by being
involved with many wonderful organizations and volunteer programs. I
have had the privilege of working with United Way, Ray of Hope, Cocoon
school, YMCA and Habitat for Humanity. Prior to attending college I
worked for AmeriCorps as the coordinator for the “Young Artists Project”
and also lead various volunteer projects through Snohomish County. I
attended the University of Washington in Seattle, where I received my BA
in Sociology. During college I tutored and mentored in the Seattle
Public School District and also completed an internship with the
Washington State ACLU. I look forward to continuing to help people
through my work, as part of the Journeys of the Heart team.
 I
can only imagine the
range of emotions you are feeling as you think about your
life and all of the choices that are available to you. I
know this may be a very difficult time for you and you may
not be sure of what to do next. Making an adoption plan for
your child is not an easy decision but it is a loving and
honorable one. I
would like to offer you my support and guidance as you
discover the adoption process. I can help you understand
your choices and I will be able to answer all of your
questions. I will be here to walk you through your decision
and help you as new concerns arise. During this time in your
life it is so important that you feel supported and safe
when it comes to making an adoption plan for your child. I
am here to guide you through each step and help you to know
what is coming next.
I would love to meet with you to
answer all of your questions and discuss your options. You
can call me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-800-876-0575.
You can also reach me by email at
Megan@JourneysoftheHeart.net.
Below I have made a list of the ways
Journeys of the Heart will be able to assist you through
this process.
Reliable support- A trustworthy and
dependable Adoption Coordinator will work with you
throughout your pregnancy. She will be available to provide
neutral support and assist you at your comfort level, making
sure that your needs are met. She will take this journey
together with you and will be an advocate for you, becoming
like a friend and confidant throughout the process.
Type of adoption- You will be provided all
the information on the different types of adoptions
available. You may have become aware of the terms “open” and
“closed” adoption. We will help you to fully understand
those terms and what they mean to you and your child. There
are many possibilities when it comes to adoption, with some
being very open including visits with your child as well as
pictures and letters, to being closed with no contact. You
will be able to decide what works for you and we will be
able to help you according to what fits your situation and
desires.
Choosing a family- A selection of families
will be available for you to choose from. You will be in
control of making the choices for your baby when selecting
an adoptive family. The families have gone through an
extensive screening process, including background, criminal
and personal information checks, as well as meeting
financial, emotional and physical requirements. You will be
able to review information about the adoptive families
including pictures and information about their lives as well
as have a personal meeting with them if you would like.
Counseling-If
you decide that you would like counseling it is available at
no cost to you before and after the birth of your child. An
adoption coordinator can work with you to find someone that
is located near you and that you are comfortable with.
Financial needs-
If you have financial
needs you will be provided with assistance for living and
medical expenses relating to your pregnancy.
I am available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide
you with support and assistance . Please feel free to contact me anytime
at . You can also reach me by email at
megan@journeysoftheheart.net
|
