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As an adoptive parent, can I determine the level of openness?

Decisions regarding openness are based upon the needs and best interests of the child, not the adults. Adoptive parents will be consulted regarding openness arrangements, however we value the benefit of in-person openness for the adopted child or youth and this is an expectation in most adoptions.