INFORMATION PACKET - CASI Foundation for Children, Inc.

CASI Foundation
for Children, Inc.
Information Packet
Domestic & International Programs
2308 N. Cole Rd, Suite E, Boise, ID 83704
1-800-376-0558
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CASI Foundation for Children, Inc.
Table of Contents
CASI’s Programs at a Glance…………………………………………………3
United States
Foster/Adopt..............................................................................................……4
US Infant..............................................................................................................5
International
China....................................................………………………............................6
China Special Needs…......................................................................................7
Haiti......................................................................................................................8
Additional Services
Support Services.................................................................................................9
Financial Assistance.........................................................................................10
Humanitarian Efforts.......................................................................................11
About CASI
BUILDING FAMILIES
Since 1992, CASI has placed over 1,800 children with their forever families. The
following information is designed to provide you with an overview of each
program and service we offer. So take your time reading through the many options
available to create or grow your family through adoption…you never know what
might catch your interest, or your heart.
CASI’S MISSION STATEMENT
CASI Foundation For Children is committed to creating
families through adoption and improving the quality of life
for orphaned children worldwide.
TREASURE VALLEY
ADOPTION COUNCIL
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Programs at a Glance
Country
US Infant
Haiti
China
China
Waiting
Children
Parent
Eligibility
- 25 years old
- Couples together
at least 2 years
- Singles
- 1 parent a US
citizen
Children
Needing
Homes
- Newborns
- 30 years old
- Single Women
- Married Couples
- 1 parent a US
citizen
- 3 mo +
- Sibling Groups
- Older Children
- Healthy &
Special Needs
- Married couples
- 30-49 years old
- 1 parent a US
citizen
- Meets CCAA
requirements
- 8 months +
- Healthy
- Majority of
referrals are
female
- Married couples
- 30-54 years old
- 1 parent a US
citizen
- Meets CCAA
requirements
- 10 mo—13 yrs
- Minor to major
correctable needs
- Boys & girls
available
Program
Fees
$12,000-$40,000
Length of
Adoption
Process
Travel
- Possible travel if
baby is born
outside your state
Average wait times of residence.
depend on ethnicity & gender.
Determined by
birthparents.
- 4-6 days in Haiti
$21,000-$24,000
20-33 months
Option 1: $12,150 Wait time is being
determined,
Option 2: $11,150
due to China’s
unfortunate
natural disasters.
$11,350
10-15 months
*Please note that the application fee is non-refundable.
- One parent
required
- 12-16 days in
China
- Recommended
that both parents
travel.
- 12-16 days in
China
- Recommended
that both parents
travel.
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US INFANT PROGRAM
STEPS IN THE ADOPTION PROCESS
Apply with CASI
Home Study
10 hours of training
Create Parent Profile
Pay Program Agreement Fee
Begin networking nationwide
You are selected by a
birthparent
Accept the match or continue
waiting
Pay placement fee and travel if
nessecary
Post Placements and Court Report
Prepare to finalize.
AGENCY FEES
Application Fee..............$150
Program Fee....................$2,000
CASI Placement Fee…..*$6,000
Legal/Medical Retainer $2,500
(Retainer may adjust per case)
CASI is very privileged to network across the nation with
many reputable adoption agencies across the United States to
expand the visibility of our adoptive parents, and hopefully
shorten your time on the wait list.
PARENT ELIGIBILITY
• Singles and couples must be 25 years of age.
• Couples are in a committed relationship for two years.
• Parents must complete a home study evaluation.
• One parent must be a US Citizen
ESTIMATED WAIT TIME
Birthparents select the adoptive family; time on the wait list
will vary. There is no set timeframe associated with this
program. There are estimated wait times based on the
ethnicity and gender preferences of the families.
Families who are open to both ethnicity and gender generally
have shorter wait times.
OPEN VS. CLOSED ADOPTIONS
Each family must decide on what is right for them, as does the
birthparents. History has taught us that a semi-open adoption
works well for all parties. This includes pictures and letters
exchanged for the first two years through the agency. This
allows a comfortable adjustment period for both adoptive and
birthparents.
ADDITIONAL FEES
Home Study...………………...Varies by performing agency
Placing Agency Fee……………Varies by performing agency
*You will only pay one placement fee.
Post Placement Reports………..Varies by performing agency
Finalization Fees………………..Varies by performing agency
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HAITI PROGRAM
STEPS IN THE ADOPTION PROCESS
Apply with Haiti
Apply with CASI
Home Study
Apply with USCIS
Pay Program Agreement Fee
Compile Dossier
Pay Dossier Processing Fee
Wait for Referral
Receive Referral, Submit
In-Country fee to CASI
Travel to Haiti & Unite with your
Child!
Haiti is 750 miles southeast of Florida and has a population of
over 6 million people on an island the size of Massachusetts.
Once the richest island in the western hemisphere, Haiti’s
children now struggle for life in deep poverty.
Hundreds of these children are being cared for in orphanages
awaiting loving homes to call their own. Our staff will work
closely with you to make the adoption process as easy as
possible.
PARENT ELIGIBILITY
• Married couples, both parents between 35 & 55 years of age.
• Single women are accepted. No single men.
• Couples must be married for a minimum of ten years.
• Parents must complete a home study evaluation.
• Parents must send one picture to Haiti until the child is 18.
• No more than two biological children currently in the home.
• Parents will spend four to six days in Haiti.
• One parent must be a US Citizen.
ESTIMATED WAIT TIME
• Two - five months for dossier preparation & USCIS approval
• Two - four months for referral
• 16 to 24 months to travel
Estimated Total: 20 to 33 months
AGENCY FEES
ADDITIONAL FEES
Orphanage Application..$150
Home Study……………………….Varies by performing agency
CASIApplication……… $150
Post Placement Reports…………..Varies by performing agency
Program Fee ....................$3,500
USCIS Application………………..$750
Dossier Processing…..…$3,000
Passports, state certification,
In-Country Fee……..…. $7,500
airfare, fingerprints, physical,
In-Country Fee
proof of citizenship, child's visa….Varies
(children 4-16) ………....$7,000
Siblings……………….....$5,000
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In-Country Travel…..….$2,000
CHINA PROGRAM
STEPS IN THE ADOPTION PROCESS
Apply with CASI
Program Agreement fee
10 hours of training
Complete homestudy
Apply with USCIS
Compile and Submit Dossier
Submit Dossier to CCAA
Recieve confirmation letter,
Sign and return to CASI
Receive Refferal and Invitation
to Travel
Travel to China and Unite
with Your Child!
AGENCY FEES
Application Fee................$150
Program Fee................... $4,000
Dossier Processing……..$2,500
In-Country Fee……… .. $3,000
Orphanage Donation… $5,000
In-Country Travel……..$3,200$5,000
As a result of the government’s plan to relieve China’s
overpopulation, families are allowed only one child. Now,
thousands of orphans are waiting to be adopted.
CASI has developed an excellent staff with bilingual skills who
reside in China and provide personalized service to the
adoptive parents. Our representative makes all arrangements
for your accommodations and adoption appointments while
you are in China so you can relax and enjoy the time
with your child.
PARENT ELIGIBILITY
• Married couples 30-49 years of age.
• No more then four children in the home.
• Able to stay in China for approximately 10-14 days.
• Parents must complete a home study evaluation.
• Parents need to meet CCAA requirements.
• Additional CCAA requirements for adoptive parents can be
found on our website at www.adoptcasi.org.
• One parent must be a US citizen.
ESTIMATED WAIT TIME
Due to recent natural disasters and preparation for the 2008
Summer Olympics, the wait time for China is in constant
fluctuation. To learn the current wait time, please contact
Tammy Johnson at [email protected].
ADDITIONAL FEES
Home Study……………………….Varies by performing agency
Post Placement Reports…………..Varies by performing agency
USCIS Application………………….$670
Passports, state certification,
airfare, fingerprints, physical,
proof of citizenship, child’s visa…Varies
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CHINA SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAM
STEPS IN THE ADOPTION PROCESS
Apply with CASI
Home Study
10 hours of training
Pay Program Agreement Fee
Return disclosure agreement
Apply with USCIS
Compile and Submit Dossier
Records
Submitt Dossier to CCAA
Receive Refferal and Invitation to
Travel
60% of the children in Chinese orphanages are children with
special needs. Their needs can range from minor correctable
disabilities to major uncorrectable disabilities. A small portion of
these children receive the necessary surgeries and
rehabilitative services to improve their futures.
China has selected only a few agencies in the United States to
find homes for these children.
PARENT ELIGIBILITY
• Married couples 30-49 years of age.
• No more then four children in the home.
• Able to stay in China for approximately 10-14 days.
• Parents must complete a home study evaluation.
• Parents need to meet CCAA requirements.
• Additional CCAA requirements for adoptive parents can be
found on our website at www.adoptcasi.org.
• One parent must be a US Citizen.
ESTIMATED WAIT TIME
• Three - four months for dossier preparation & USCIS
approval
• Four to seven months to travel
Travel to China and Unite with
Your Child!
Estimated Total: 7-11 months
*Please note that this timeline will begin once you find a child
on the waiting list and receive approval for their file.
AGENCY FEES
Application Fee..............$150
Program Fee...................$3,500
Dossier Processing……$2,500
In-Country Fee….…… $3,000
Orphanage Donation…$5,000
In-Country Travel…….$3,200$5,000
ADDITIONAL FEES
Home Study……………………….Varies by performing agency
Post Placement Reports………….Varies by performing agency
USCIS Applicatio…………………$670
Passports, state certification,
airfare, fingerprints, physical,
proof of citizenship, child’s visa…Varies
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CASI SUPPORT SERVICES
IDAHO FEE SCHEDULE
Post Adoption Report (International Countries Only).………………………………….$200
Post Placement Report……………………………………………………………………....$200
Telephone Post Placement Report (Specific to U.S. Infant)……………………………...$65
Court Report………………………………………………………………………………….$200
Social Investigative Report for Termination……………………………………………....$600
Interstate Compact Placement of Children (ICPC)……………………………………....$500
HOME STUDY REPORTS
Initial Home Study Report………………………………………………………………….$900
Returning Family…………………………………………………………………………….$600
● Previous home study completed through CASI
● AND placment was less than three (3) years ago
Waiting Family………………………………………………………………………………$300
● Previous home study completed through CASI
● AND have been on waiting list without placement
Home Study Up-date Fee…………………………………………………………………...$350
more than one (1) year.
Addendum…………………………………………..……………………………………….$100
● Fee assessed only if home visit, face-to-face
visit or extensive written work is required
UNPLANNED PREGNANCY SERVICES
CASI Foundation For Children provides a caring and supportive environment for
women who have made the courageous decision to place their child for adoption.
Confidential, One-on-One Support
Open and Closed Adoption Plans Available
• Birthparents choose the adoptive family
• Assistance with pre-natal and counseling appointments
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AFFORDING ADOPTION
Government Subsidies
A one time $2,000 assistance
is available to families
adopting US children with
special needs.
The Adoption Tax Credit (Federal)
up to $10,960*available for each child adopted
(800)829-1040
Military Personnel
Military members on active
duty receive reimbursement
for up to $2,000.
How does this new law help me?
• The Hope for Children Act provides a $10,960 tax
credit for reasonable and necessary expenses
incurred when adopting a child.
• Household income limit is $204,410 for couples filing
joint taxes.
Other Sources
~ Home Equity or Refinance
~ Loans
~ Retirement
~ Life Insurance Policies
To date, what are qualifying expenses?
Qualifying expenses are defined by the IRS as
“reasonable and necessary adoption fees, court costs,
attorney fees, traveling and other expenses directly
related to the legal adoption of an eligible child.”
Internet
Search the Internet for other
adoption grants or loans.
Search for “Adoption Grants
and Loans”
When can the credit be taken?
If adopting a US special needs child, the tax credit
provides $10,000, regardless of expenses incurred.
SSI
Adopted children with
special needs (U.S. ONLY)
may qualify for social
security.
What if I don’t owe any taxes?
When you start incurring expenses, contact your tax
accountant.
For international adoptions, the credit cannot be taken
until the adoption is finalized.
Where do I go for more information about my
specific case?
Contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 for specific
questions. Please refer to form 8839 for instructions on
this tax credit or visit http://www.irs.gov
To receive more information on affording adoption, please email [email protected]
and request the Affording Adoption Information Packet.
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HUMANITAIN EFFORTS
HOW YOUR DONATIONS HELP
CHINA
Corrective Medical Surgeries for Disabled Orphans
60% of the thousands of orphans who reside in China are disabled. Their disabilities are
mental and/or physical and range from mild to severe. However, many of the physical
disabilities can be corrected with surgery. The average surgery costs $1,000 USD. Each
surgery gives a child a chance for a normal life, improves their chances of being adopted, and
has saved lives.
Our Medical Sponsorship program collects specified donations of any size. Contact our office at
1-800-376-0558 or [email protected] for contribution information.
Educational Sponsorships
A donation of any size to will help provide an education to a Chinese orphan.
CASI’s Family Style Orphanage
The CASI Home’s unique design promotes family-style living and social development. Every
building has apartments housing 6-7 orphans and a “momma.” Additionally, the medical
center on site not only assists with the care of the resident orphans but also disabled within the
local community.
HAITI
Donations received for the orphans of Haiti support several avenues of our
humanitarian efforts including
~ Improvement to the orphanages.
~ Provide educational opportunities.
~ Supply much needed food and nourishment.
~ Enhance the medical care available to the children.
~ Increase the number of Special Needs Facilities.
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