National Adoption Day In Denver Finalizes Forever Families

DENVER (CBS4)- Dozens of children were officially united with their forever families as part of National Adoption Day in Denver on Friday.

The event at the Lindsey Flannigan Courthouse in downtown Denver officially joined 46 children ages one to 14 with families.

It's a moment of celebration for both parents and children who have often been undertaking a long adoption process.

For dads George Demitroe and James Shawulen, adopting 2-year-old Oliver began with love at first sight.

"We met him instantly and we fell in love with him," said Shawulen. "It's a happy day. We wanted this day for a long time. It's finally here."

"It's important of the two of us to have that recognition but also to our child," said Demitroe.

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Some parents adopted more than one child on Friday. There are still nearly 40 children in Denver looking for their forever families.

CBS4's Ed Greene emceed the event.

National Adoption Day is an effort to raise awareness about the more than 100,000 children in foster care waiting to find permanent, loving families.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

To learn more about adoption, please call 720-944-4000 or visit denvergov.org/standupforme