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In the District of Columbia, everyone deserves the chance to understand their history. Whether you're an adoptee seeking adoption records in the District of Columbia or a birth parent longing to reconnect, filling in those missing pieces can be life-changing.
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A Few of Our Members Currently Searching Within District of Columbia Who Chose To Be Featured
931. 158430 : I am searching for a sister. Our mother was widowed in a fire in 1939 in Virginia that killed her husband and most of her children. My sister and I were in foster care. Our mother’s last name was Hansborough. We have a half brother who is living.
932. CA95624looking : Searching for information on birth parents and if any siblings. Adoptive father in the Navy at the time and in the D.C.area. Birth was at Walter Reed hospital.
933. CLWHEELS55 : Born in Columbia Hospital in Washington DC area in September 1952 . Baptized in Baltimore MD. Birth name was Cheryl Lynn. Mother’s 1st name is Shirley. Shirley is from Delaware.
935. Megla : I was adopted at birth. I believe my birth mother is T Ellis. I don’t know my biological father’s name. I would be interested in connecting with anyone with information. It was a private adoption in Washington DC in 1965
936. TracyRN71 : I am looking for someone who was born at St. Anne’s home for unwed mothers in Los Angeles‚ likely in 1965 or 1966. I do not know if the baby was a boy or girl. I don’t have much to go on!
939. Joannabk : My mother Linda was a beautiful redhead. Her sister told me the baby also had red hair. I’m not sure of the date‚ my aunt just told me the weather was warm. I believe a Catholic Church or organization facilitated the adoption. I do not think my mom wanted to give this baby up but felt she had no choice. I would love to find my sister and know her!!!! She would likely be in her 60s now. Please reach out if you think this could be you. My profile photo is my mother and myself.
940. TPEAML : Looking for birth name Angelina Michelle‚ one of two sisters adopted out. Name may have been changed. Sisters were born in 2004 and 2005 in Florida.
941. KariB8 : I am searching for my biological parents or siblings. I was born in Washington DC on October 26th‚ 1965. I was adopted through Catholic Charities and grew up in Alexandria.I understand that my birth parents were 16 years old‚ not married and possibly my birth father played the drums.
945. PMBecker1968 : I was adopted by Walter William Becker (age 37) and Dorothy Marie (Settle) Becker (age 25). Dr. G. C. Bates signed 7/3/68. Born at 9:04 pm. Birth No. 108-68-12922. File number: 108-1968-012922. Unknown no. Handwritten 37022534. I was born with a full head of red curly hair.
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Sarah
Buffalo, New York
I found my children after 30 years, not long after I joined! I'm glad to say it's been a happy ending to my search
Cheryl
San Diego, California
54 years it took us until we found each other. We did a DNA test to confirm! Perfect match. We spent two weeks together and have a blessed, wonderful relationship! We even look alike in so many ways. She is more than I was expecting! Thank you for your website, Adopted.com!
Rosezetta
Wadesboro, North Carolina
I was looking for the mother of my daughter in law, and found both her mother and also grandmother in only 3 days. They are planning a reunion soon. Thank you soooooo much!
Amy
Tracy, California
I found all 3 of my siblings and met them in a week. My life has changed forever! One lives in Tracy and the other two are in North Dakota.
Hollie
Northampton, Massachusetts
Took me about 2 hrs to find a match. I contacted him and he is my brother! Thank you so much!
KIM
MODESTO, California
Within 24 hours my siblings and I were on the phone with our long lost sister. Without Adopted.com it would have never happened. We are sincerely grateful as we are now all a part of each other's lives!
Kara
Springfield, Missouri
I filled out my profile and had a match to my birth parents that same day! We connected on Facebook and talked for
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Wendy
Lone Tree, Colorado
Not only am I adopted‚ but so was my birth
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Tampa Bay, Florida
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