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We Can Work With You Anywhere In The United States
- You Have Choices
If you are pregnant and just not sure what choices you should make, Journeys of the
Heart will help you look at all your options. Our staff will
assist you without
pressure or judgment. Only you know what's right for you and your baby. You
don't need to come to our offices to talk- About your choices unless you want to.
We'll meet you anywhere in the community that feels comfortable to you. It might be
your home, a restaurant or other familiar place. You decide. We'll meet with you as
many times as you wish to help you with your decision. If you don't choose adoption
we will help you find community resources that can assist you with your decision.
We
care- About you and your baby. If you choose adoption we will assist you to be in
control regarding what happens now and in the future for you and your baby.
We have offices in Oregon, Washington,
and Illinois, and we are able to work with expectant parents and adopting parents from
all across the United States and other countries, as well.
You can email us right now,
and we will answer your email as quickly as possible.
Click here to start your email or email
info@journeysoftheheart.net Or, call
our toll free phone number now and a friendly voice will
answer at the other end, ready to talk with you. Call
1-800-876-0575 any time, night or day, any day of the week.
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In the word's of
one Journeys of the Heart Birth Mother:
“I was scheduled
for an abortion. I went to the appointment and they decided to do an
ultrasound to confirm how far along I actually was. To my surprise, I
was already 13 ½ weeks. I could have still have had the procedure
done. I watched the ultrasound and my heart just sank. I told the
nurse that I would have to cancel because I could not go through with
it. I could not terminate this child. I also knew I couldn’t raise
this child, either.
As you see, we as
women go through so many trials and tribulations. It is up to us to
make the right decisions for ourselves. I know as a parent I am making
the right decision, not only for me, but for the child involved.
Most importantly,
with adoption I am giving the gift of life.” |
Meet our professional staff!
Hi, I am Kimberly Sprecher,
Director of Domestic Services
for Journeys. Let me tell you how we can help you.
If you choose adoption, Journeys of the Heart Adoption Services can:
- Help you look at the type of adoption you want for your baby. This
ranges from very open, where you may have visits with the child, to closed,
where there is no contact. There are many possibilities in between. YOU
DECIDE what fits your situation.
- Give you a selection of families to choose from so you can make the right
choice for you and your baby. Have you wondered,
before, if there is an adoptive family for your baby? The families have all exceeded our standards in
terms of having the financial, emotional and physical ability to do an
excellent job of raising your child. If you have chosen an open adoption,
you'll probably want to start developing a relationship with the adopting
parents.
- If you have financial needs, we'll give you financial assistance for
living and medical expenses relating to your pregnancy. We don't want you
to worry- About paying for things you need during this time.
- Assign you a kind and understanding staff member who will become like a
good friend. She is the person who makes sure you'll have what you need.
- Help you to anticipate and deal with the emotions you may feel before and
after the birth of your child.
- Provide counseling -- you decide if you want or need it. We will provide
it prior to the birth and after for as long as you want it.
Why Choose Adoption?
- You will be giving your baby a gift - the gift of Life which is the
greatest gift one can give. You are the only person who can do this.
- If you wish, you will be able to stay in touch with your child and the
adoptive parents which will reassure you that your child is happy and will
cared for. If you choose to have contact with your child, the visits
with the child and the adopting parents will
allow for a continuous relationship where your child is assured of your
love.
- You will be giving your child great opportunities (such as financial
stability, a two-parent family, a college education) that you may be unable
to provide.
- You will be giving yourself the opportunity to realize your full self
potential. You will be able to continue on with your life and work on
your dreams.
- You help fulfill the dreams of a couple that is unable to conceive a
child. You will give them the gift of their lifetime,
the chance to adopt a baby.
I am here for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. Call me at 1-800-876-0575 or email me,
Kimberly@journeysoftheheart.net
With Love!
Kimberly
Kimberly Sprecher
Domestic Program Director
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Hi, my
name is Beth, and I am the Domestic Adoption Coordinator for
the Journeys of the Heart Chicago area office.
I can only imagine what is going through your head as your mind swirls
through the choices you will have to make in the upcoming months. I want you to
know that you do not have to go through it alone. If you choose, I can be there
to help you to look at your alternatives. If adoption is the choice you make, I will be the neutral and reliable
support throughout the entire journey. I will provide you with emotional
support: help you to find counseling, if you want, and adequate health care. I
will guide you through the legal policies in Illinois and can (if you choose) be
there for the birth of your baby, and be an advocate for you, working to help
labor and delivery proceed as you would like.
When the time comes to choose a family for your baby, you will go through
portfolios that prospective adoptive parents have put together for you to get to
know them. These families have been completely screened by Journeys of the
Heart – everything from criminal and medical records to their actual home. You
can look through all of this information and pictures of their lives. We will
set up a meeting with the couple if that’s what you want.
By deciding to work with me there is no pressure on you at all. You cannot
sign legal adoption documents until after your baby is born.
Please come to me to help you with the tough decisions that lie ahead.
Adoption may be the right choice for you. It is perhaps the hardest, but most
unselfish and loving act that an expecting parent in your situation can make.
To completely love your child is to do what is best for them. Let’s make that a
possibility.
You can call me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. I can be reached by calling
1-800-876-0575. As soon as you call, we will meet and discuss what you think is
best for you and your baby.
You can also email
me,
beth@journeysoftheheart.net
Love,Beth
Beth Berke
Domestic Program Coordinator
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Hello, my name is Megan, and I
am the Domestic Adoption Coordinator for Journeys of the
Heart in the Seattle, Washington office.
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.
Love, Megan
Domestic Adoption Coordinator
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Journeys of the Heart is a full service, non-profit adoption agency, certified by the COA, fully Hague Compliant. We provide adoption and relief services from our offices in Oregon, Washington and Illinois. We can work with people from any state in the United States. If you are looking for an adoption agency then please look into our philosophy and our dedication. If domestic adoption, international adoption, or open adoption is in your future then let your journey begin here. Journeys of the Heart Adoption Services is a non-profit organization, described as a 501 (c) (3) organization, by the Internal Revenue Service, EIN 94-3184018. If you wish to make a donation to Journeys and require a copy of our letter of determination from the IRS please email website@journeysoftheheart.net |
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