| Children Available | Open your heart and your home to a child from Russia. Caucasian children available, ages infant to teen. Can request two children at time of placement as many sibling groups available |
| Travel | Two trips required; both parents must travel. |
| Benefits & Issues to Consider | Concerns about rate of fetal alcohol effect/syndrome. Russia can be more costly program. |
| Eligibility | Open to singles and married up to 55 years of age. More flexible requirements. |
| Medical Information | Medical information can be difficult to interpret and requires experienced medical evaluation. |
| Approximate fees | Appx. $25,000 to $30,000 |
| Time frame | Process usually completed within 12 months. |
Program
What is this? | Partner Program: MAPS, World Child, Children's Home Society & Family Services, Wide Horizons for Children.
Sunny Ridge also offers a direct placement program for Russia. |
