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Who are Waiting Children?

While all children available for adoption are waiting for a family, the term "Waiting Children" is generally used to describe older children and children with specific medical and/or emotional needs. Both in China and Taiwan, officials recognize that it takes additional effort to place these children.

Do all adoption agencies have Waiting Children?

No, they do not. The CCAA in China and the Foundation in Taiwan have selected a small number of adoption agencies willing to make the commitment to advocate for waiting children and place those children with special families willing to make a lifetime commitment to the children.

Are there special qualifications a parent must have to adopt a Waiting Child?

When considering the adoption of a Waiting Child, it is important to recognize the type of issues you can handle. It is important to logically and candidly assess your family's capacity to deal with a given condition. You will need to research long-term implications, evaluate your support system, confirm insurance coverage and find resources available in your community to help with the child's condition. As you can imagine, as with any child welcomed into your family, unexpected health or emotional issues can arise.

Do I need to be a client of ASIA before I can look at detailed information on a specific Waiting Child?

You do not have to be an ASIA client to review medical and developmental reports for a specific Waiting Child. However, due to the number of inquiries we receive regarding these children, ASIA families who have already researched and submitted a worksheet regarding specific conditions, or are already "dossier to China" or ASIA families in process will be given priority for the placement of these Waiting Children.

May I See Information on the Available Waiting Children?

Basic information about Chinese or Taiwanese Waiting Children is available on our website on a restricted basis. Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to obtain a password to view the lists. If there is a specific child about whom you would like additional information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or telephone 503-224-1860.

Are there additional fees associated with a Waiting Child adoption?

No, in fact both China and Taiwan have reduced fees for this program. ASIA also offers a $500 reduction in fees; this reduction is supported in part by the "Special Needs Children's Fund" - a fund that receives charitable tax-deductible donations from individuals and companies, along with direct support from ASIA.

How Can I help a Waiting Child?

Among other needs, ASIA raises funds to help families who need financial assistance to adopt Waiting Children. If you want to make a tax-deductible contribution to ASIA's "Special Needs Fund", please contact us. If you would like to make a donation for the Waiting Children Fund, please fill out a donation form (.pdf) and mail it back to ASIA, 215 SW Hooker Street, Suite 100, Portland, Oregon 97201.

How Can I Reach You Directly with Additional Questions?

Please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Director of Social Services, call 503-224-1860.