VerbInfinitive to adopt Third person singular adopts Simple past adopted Past participle adopted Present participle adopting to adopt (third-person singular simple present adopts, present participle adopting, simple past and past participle adopted)
Related termsCategory: English verbsHiddenFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. Adoption is a process whereby a person assumes the parenting for another who is not kin and, in so doing, permanently transfers all rights and responsibilities from the original parent or parents. Unlike guardianship or other systems designed for the care of the young, adoption is intended to effect a permanent change in status and as such requires societal recognition, either through legal or religious sanction. Historically some societies have enacted specific laws governing adoption whereas others have endeavored to achieve adoption through less formal means, notably via contracts that specified inheritance rights and parental responsibilities. Modern systems of adoption, arising in the 20th century, tend to be governed by comprehensive statutes and regulations. Adoption has a long history in the Western world, closely tied with the legacy of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church. Its use has changed considerably over the centuries with its focus shifting from adult adoption and inheritance issues toward children and family creation and its structure moving from a recognition of continuity between the adopted and kin toward allowing relationships of lessened intensity. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License How can I find places that are offering children to adopt for Christmas? Q. I live in Florida and am interested in "adopting" needy children (giving them new clothing, toys, etc.) for Christmas. I know the Salvation Army is offering an Adopt a Child for Christmas program at our local mall, but I've adopted six children from this program this year and would like to perhaps find other programs/children that are in need of something for Christmas. Does anyone know of any websites I could check out that would point me in the right direction as to how to locate programs that are offering adults the ability to "adopt" a child for Christmas? Asked by forever.devoted - Sat Nov 18 14:47:17 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments A. Check with local battered womens shelters and if you have Hospice in your area check with them. Hospice is an organization that provides care to the terminally ill and grief care to the familys of ill patients, you might be able to help out children who have recently lost a parent or someone close during the holidays. also look into adopting an senior citizen. thats what I did last year and got her some slippers and a phonecard to call her family cuz she couldnt afford to. I also must say kudos to you for making such a wonderful difference! :) oh and I forgot to meantion that I found the senior citizen adoption at a local department store on a christmas tree display where you would buy the present at the store and give it to the store… [cont.] Answered by Mayor McKim - Sat Nov 18 14:53:55 2006 What are the requirements or qualifications to adopt a child? Q. My husband and I want to adopt and I am eager to start the process but I have some concerns. My husband does marketing for an adult entertainment company, does anyone know if that would disqualify us? We are willing to adopt domestically or internationally. I am not familiar with the process or qualifications and would greatly appreciate any input or advice. Asked by futuremom - Fri Dec 4 02:32:05 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments A. It depends on how you are planning to adopt--privately, ie through an attorney, throught a private agency or through a public agency. Generally, you have to show that you can support the child, go through adoption preparation classes, and apply. Then you must go through a home study, etc. It is not easy, but there are so many children waiting. A good support/resource to find where to start and get support while you are waiting is www.Delilah.com. She is a radio personality who KNOWS the ropes when it comes to adoption--from both sides. Answered by kidnurse - Fri Dec 4 02:45:23 2009 How come you can adopt from poorer countries and not Richer nations?
Q. How is it that you can adopt from countries like India ,China, or other Asian countries while in the USA so easy, but not be able to adopt from European countries? I'm just curious why you can not adopt from anywhere? I thought it was about finding the kid a home. Asked by Go Army - Sat May 2 01:38:11 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments A. Each country makes it's own rules and even some of the poorest countries don't allow international adoptions. At the same time, many of the wealthier countries don't allow for international adoptions either. I do know of some people in Europe who have adopted American children, 60 Minutes did a story on it a number of years ago and how it was shameful that American children were being adopted by the Dutch, Germans and Swiss. It wasn't many children but the point of the news story was the same. Answered by Randy B - Sat May 2 01:48:19 2009 From Yahoo Answer Search: "adopt"  news.google.com Los Angeles Times (blog) Sasha (ID# A0980134), a 3-year-old female American Staffordshire terrier, was dropped at LA's North Central animal shelter by her owners on Christmas Eve. ... and more » news.google.com WHKP Moyer said the report also contained several proposals, and the county did adopt the report, and they will implement the changes that are proposed as ... and more » news.google.com TheReporter.com Dr. Tran's study was used as the basis for new diesel regulations adopted by CARB on Dec. 12, 2008. The regulations required that particulate filters be ... From Google News Search: "adopt"  rotary3450.org 1660px x 1245px | 1700.00kB [source page] DG Speech at Signing Ceremony of Adpot a School Program Adopt a School Program Introduction  acctts.com 587px x 517px | 13.40kB [source page] rocs adopt a wetland out 6 1 GIF Sunday May 22 2005 5 25 AM 2411 rocs adopt a wetland out 7 htm Sunday May 22 2005 5 25 AM 13744 rocs adopt a wetland out 7 1 GIF Sunday May 22 2005 5 25 AM 12876 rocs adopt a wetland out 8 htm Sunday May 22 2005 5 25 AM 56594 From Yahoo Image Search: "adopt"  teck.in Sree Pillai ue, 05 Jan 2010 18:21:18 GM With the Government deciding to allocate spectrum for 3G mobile only by August 2010, some Indian operators are reviewing their strategy and looking at.  malicelollirot.wordpress.com malicelollirot hu, 07 Jan 2010 04:16:26 GM Mother of London... Adopt. Me?? Ever found a designer so amazing and close to your heart, but then couldn't really enjoy their awesomeness because you jealously wish you could have thought of their ideas first ? Anyone getting me on that. ...  itbusinessedge.com Fri, 01 Jan 2010 11:30:48 GM IT Business Edge editor Lora Bentley has kept a close eye over the past year on social networking policies in the workplace . In a recent post, Bentley touches. From Google Blog Search: "adopt" |
