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November 2023 by Amber Simmons
I haven’t been here but I know back in 1992 my sister was taken here by my mom… I’ve reached out to Ms Shelly and she was very kind & adamant on helping me through this process. So I’m praying I find her! Will give y’all an update later & more stars!!!!
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November 2023 by Meredith Beamer
I'm in my junior year and today for my child development class and it was just great I learned lots of new information that will help when I'm older for when I adopt and everyone that was there was really awsome. I loved hanging out there.
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August 2023 by Victoria Benoit
It’s a center for adoption. I do not know how costly the affair is so I can’t recommend anyone. Nice place.
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July 2023 by Jerri Theall
I stayed at the Gladney Center as a pregnant teenager many years ago. It is still one of the most positive experiences of my life. My child a baby girl is 40 as of May of this year. Thanks to all those who were there for me when I was not ready to be a Mom.
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May 2023 by Samuel PERSAUD
honestly, I will give an honest review. It seems like you have to undergo a second background check if you are from a different state which is 28 years background check in my case. The problem is that they ask you for information in parts rather than asking for the correct information from the beginning and then they expect you to remember addresses that you can't remember as a child when you were not even a teen yet. Additionally, you end up speaking to someone new almost every time new information is asked. I understand that a background process has to be done but please be organized. Ask for the correct information the first time around and stay with as few different people as possible sending emails rather than having multiple people asking the same questions in different parts. Everything feels very disorganized and there seems to be miscommunication in the agency. This can also foreshadow things to come. Punctuality and organization can tell you everything about a company. As a veteran of the US military and an individual that has worked in other government agencies, I have undergone this process multiple times. my review may change later on as I continue the process, but I am starting to feel as if I am being given misinformation and the process is delayed because people are asking for part of the information needed rather than the full information. I also encourage future or current parents to write honest reviews rather than only good reviews for fear of not being given the chance to adopt a child because of your opinion.
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May 2023 by Chelsea Moore
In 2013, Gladney allowed and WELCOMED prospective adoptive families, who were only open to semi-open adoptions, however, would have never disclosed that to expectant parents. I learned only later years, when exploring having more openness in my own adoption, that the family I chose to adopt my daughter were only ever comfortable with semi- open, meaning never any direct contact or visits. That’s before ever meeting or knowing the child’s birth family and the child. My experience as a social worker and having now worked years in the adoption community, I see how NON-child centered this is and was. I respect my daughters parents but feel they to were poorly educated on the adoptee experience and what a lack of openness may leave them feeling. I’ve now learned that Gladney has asked the prospective adoptive parents to be open to at least 1 visit a year post placement, if safety allows. I’m a successful, mature and healthy young women and was never told at 22 that I may want more openness later and I should know the family I’m choosing may not be open to that. Truth is they are not. I sincerely hope Gladney is doing better and putting adoptees first!! It’s not even about me. I see educators and happy adoptive families leaving gleaming reviews, with little successful birth mother stories. Except the ones they use to get their agenda across.Do better to educate all triads of the adoption community!I’m here to say this, so that all parties will find their voice, all all the questions and speak their truth.Respectfully
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January 2023 by Kellie Sweitzer
My students have completed a couple of the ADOPTED Virtual Classroom lessons to supplement what we cover in class on adoption and foster care. The lessons are user friendly, easy to follow and have useful information including personal stories for students to be able to relate. Thank you, Gladney, for this free opportunity for my students!
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January 2023 by Molly Molen
Informative and engaging presentation for my high school classes. Elizabeth is very helpful with the online course as well.
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December 2022 by Bella Mitchell
As a high school educator, it can be difficult to find relatable & reliable information about adoption, but then I found Gladney’s AdoptEd virtual curriculum. My students love using the online platform & are able to learn at their own pace. It makes it easy on teachers, by giving you scores & percentage of completion data for each student! Their materials & resources are wonderful, not just for students & teachers, but for anyone looking to learn more about adoption!
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December 2022 by Idaho Lakegirl
Gladney took amazing care of our daughter and her baby! I personally saw the caseworker's compassion for the birthmom and adoptive parents. Thank you!
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December 2022 by Beth A.
Knowing my precious grandson was adopted by wonderful, loving responsible parents gives my heart peace. It's been several years since I met his adoptive parents, then kissed his tiny newborn cheek and said goodbye. I know deep in my heart Gladney gave him a beautiful family and future. Thank You, to the Gladney staff! I miss my grandson every day, but there is a joy in knowing he has a happy safe life, he wouldn't have had otherwise . God bless you! Update 12/22 ,Thank you again!
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December 2022 by Sheralyn Walker
My students do the adoptED curriculum each year. They enjoy it and always are amazed at the things they learn.
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December 2022 by Catherine Kazyaka
I am a high school teacher and I love the many resources that Gladney provides! They have provided lots of hands on instruction including guest speakers. My students really enjoy learning about adoption!
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December 2022 by April Moody
I have attended several trainings at they have all been very helpful. The presenters have always been prepared and knowledgeable. I also appreciate the ability to get CEU credits at little to no cost.
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October 2022 by Maureen Raby
They really only care about adoptive families and making money off adoptions. They act like they care about women when you're pregnant, but provide very little support post placement. They have coercive practices that they use to get women to place their babies for adoption.
