Spence-Chapin in The News

Haiti Adoption Complications

CNN en Español

January 20,2010

In the wake of the recent earthquake in Haiti that left has countless children orphaned, Louise Schnaier discusses the complexities of international adoption after a disaster.

Lean Times, But No Rise In Adoption

NYTimes.com

December 19, 2009

Despite the economic downturn, there has been no increase in birth mothers coming forward to place their babies for adoption. Associate Executive Director Helene Lauffer talks about Spence-Chapin's pregnancy counseling program.

You Can Adopt

The Martha Stewart Show, WNBC-TV

October 13, 2009

Martha Stewart invited S-C adoptive mother Isolde Motley to discuss the new book You Can Adopt, An Adoptive Families Guide, which she co-authored with Adoptive Families editor Susan Caughman. Also participating in the show were two Spence-Chapin families: Tyra and Rob Witherspoon, who adopted their son Ryan through the African-American program; and Jill Jorschick who, with her husband, adopted son Jaden through the Korean program.

Lawyer Indicted in Adoption Scam

NY Nonstop, WNBC-TV

October 28, 2009

Susan Watson, LCSW, director of domestic adoption and birth parent services, provides advice for families on how to avoid falling victim to adoption scams?this in the wake of the Long Island adoption ponzi-like adoption scheme involving Roslyn-based attorney.

FOXNews.com

April 3, 2009

Domestic vs. International Adoption: Are Celebrities Overlooking American Children? by Allison McGevna

With Madonna pursuing a second adoption from Malawi, many question why celebrities often choose international adoption versus domestic. Spence-Chapin’s Jennifer Goodbody (International Adoption) and Linda Alexandre (Domestic Adoption) weigh in on the debate.

Good Morning America

December 25, 2008

Children of Spence-Chapin’s adoptive parents and staff (ranging in age from 6-10 years old) were featured alongside GMA hosts Diane Sawyer, Robin Roberts, Chris Cuomo and Sam Champion in a Christmas segment with special guest—Santa Claus!

Adoption Law Institute Seminar

December 19, 2008

This seminar for professionals provided comprehensive updates on the latest developments in the fast-changing field of adoption law. Susan Watson, Director of Domestic Adoption & Birth Parent Services, participated on the panel Agency Adoptions: Practice Tips and A View from the Bench.

NJ Bergen Record

November 4, 2008

They Find Joy in Giving Children a Good Start by Heather Kays

Interim care family Jayne and Jake Bosgra featured in the NJ Bergen Record.

Adoptive Families Magazine

August 2008

Ronny Diamond, a member of Adoptive Families’ Expert Panel, suggests how to handle personal questions from nosy strangers.

Mad Men, AMC TV Series

October 19, 2008

Spence-Chapin was featured in the award-winning Mad Men series during a segment when one of the main characters and his wife considered adoption. Agency noted as New York’s premiere adoption resource.

Adoptive Families Magazine

October 2008

Tell Me About Adoption! By Ronny Diamond and Margaret Mintz

Adoptive mother Margaret Mintz and ARC consultant Ronny Diamond give advice on how parents can prepare children to answer their classmates’ questions about adoption.