National Kidney Foundation

We specialize in services to those who are dealing with the challenges of an unplanned pregnancy. See our web page entitled Our Services for an Unplanned Pregnancy under the link I am Pregnant to read in more detail about the many ways we provide assistance. We understand that not everyone needs the same kind of help nor will they make the same decisions along the way. We are here to work with each individual to help them meet their needs, whatever they may be. Adoptions We provide adoption services for infant children through our private placement program and for older children who are placed through our foster care program. Adoption services provided in our private placement program involves sensitive and comprehensive work with birth parents and adoptive parents in order to meet their needs and comply with legal and licensing requirements. Adoptions through our foster care program are primarily done in conjunction with the State of Georgia, Department of Family and Children Services, when they hold legal custody of the children. The services and procedures for each program are different. We provide foster care services through our private placement program and through our contracted services with the State of Georgia, Department of Human Resources. Through this program we serve children between the ages of newborn to 18. Our licensing rules and regulations provide the guidelines for what services and procedures need to be followed in each type of care. We are available to provide seminars and workshops for the enrichment of family life on a variety of topics. Fees are negotiated for this on a case-by-case basis. Contact AGAPE to discuss desired topics or to schedule a presentation.

Men I f your wife or girlfriend is pregnant, you aren't going to be a dad you are one a lready. While that thought might be extremely scary, you should know that fatherhood is very rewarding, and you can be a GREAT dad. B eing a dad is hard work, but the role you will play in your child's life is irreplaceable. There's a lot of joy involved, too. You can make a huge difference for your son or daughter by being the man he or she needs you to be, and you do most of that by simply being there. F atherhood is not inherited, but it can be learned and embraced. Paulding Pregnancy Services, we offer prenatal and parenting classes with a program full of helpful, practical information - for moms and dads. Y our child needs you to be around more than anything. Research shows that children growing up with a dad and a mom in the home are three times more likely to succeed in nearly every area of life and are less likely to be drug abusers or end up in jail. Y ou can LEARN to be a good dad. There are an infinite number of resources to help you, even if your own father wasn't there for you as a role model.