What is Concurrent Planning and Matching?
The term “Foster/Adopt” may be confusing to some as it implies a lack of placement permanency. Although children identified for adoption through the states foster to adoption system are technically considered foster children, the real determining factor in placement permanency is the child’s status in the Court Process. The following may help you determine whether Concurrent Planning or Matching may be a better fit for you. Concurrent Planning: (generally ages 0 – 17) Best For: Ages 0-3, or if a Caucasian or Hispanic child is desired. Consider if: You are willing to accept higher levels of risk (reunification with birth parents or relatives) to adopt a younger child. Not Appropriate for: Parents unwilling to accept risk. Matching: (generally ages 6 – 17) Best For: Ages 6 and up, children may be legally free. Consider if: You are unwilling to accept higher levels of risk or wish to adopt an older child. Not Appropriate for: Parents seeking to adopt younger children. Concurrent Planning:
