Another Choice for Black Children
Founded by Ruth Amerson in 1995, Another Choice for Black Children, a Charlotte-based adoption agency that has successfully helped over 1,000 children unite with families. The majority of these children are African-American children, sibling groups and other hard-to-place children.
Much of Another Choice's success can be attributed to their undying will to meet the needs of families in a respectful and timely manner before, during and after the adoption process. Says three-time adoptive parent Tommy Lee Hayes-Brown, "With Another Choice you not only get a staff of people to help hold your hand through the process of adoption, you get those same hands to help you when the adoption is finalized and the real parenting begins. Ruth and her staff never give up and are there to support you through the good, bad and everything in between."
The agency has been recognized for its accomplishments on a national level by the Los Angeles Times, featured on The Discovery Channel's "Adoption Stories" television show and most recently was showcased on "The Meredith Vieira Show" in 2015.
Services and information
- Adoption
Requirements to become a foster parent
The state requires that foster parents get licensed through their local Department of Social Services or a licensed private agency. These sources will be your best form of support. Through them, you'll receive training and have a point of contact for emergencies.
If you ever have questions, reach out to your case manager. They're trained to assist foster families and the children in their care.
The Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina is a statewide association that recruits new parents, provides training, and offers support. You can find training and webinars online. You can also read parenting tips, find your region, and more.
The National Foster Parent Association is a non-profit that provides training and education. Caregivers can also find free online training through the NFPA.
The NC Division of Social Services (NC DSS) is the agency in charge of overseeing the state's child welfare system. NC Kids assists new foster parents with the early stages of the process. You can find children awaiting adoption and access foster care and adoption support services.
It also helps to form connections with other foster families, especially those with years of experience. You may have questions or need advice from them. It can make you feel like you have someone on your side through your journey.
Ratings and Reviews
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Jul 05, 2023
Been trying to reach out multiple times and have not received a call back , as well I drove there rang the door bell and no one came to the door .
May 27, 2023
Beautiful park
Jan 17, 2023
Another Choice did a homestudy for me years ago and did a excellent job. Professional staff and knowledgeable
Would recommend them for any family wanting to adopt.