Adoption Services

Donna has 34 years of experience in the adoption field and has worked at CCC for 16 years. She has a wide range of experience navigating both domestic and international adoptions. Donna has also supported dozens of birth moms as they navigate their own unique journeys.

Originally from New York, Donna has been a Virginian since 1989. In her free time she enjoys exercising, swimming and spending time with her 5 adult children and her husband.

"It is my joy to be a part of the journey whether with the birth parent or the adoptive family, not only as a support and an advocate, but as their biggest cheerleader. To see a family created by the gift of adoption is one of the greatest things to witness."

Tami has over 25 years of experience in adoptions—21 of which have been at Commonwealth Catholic Charities, where she has worked with domestic and international adoptions.

"I want to help children achieve permanency, and find their forever families, assist birth mothers in making the best decision for themselves and their children, and help adoptive families grow their families."

Bridget has worked for CCC’s foster care program and now helps families as an adoption case worker and pregnancy counselor.

Lauren Foutz joined us in November 2025 as our new Adoptive Parent Recruiter, helping find loving, permanent homes for children in Virginia’s foster care system.

Lauren and her husband reside in the Roanoke area, and she is just a few months away from earning her master’s degree in social work. Her passion for supporting families and commitment to child welfare make her a wonderful addition to our team

Dennis Blevins serves as a post adoption specialist in the western region. He has over 30 years of experience working with children and adults across Southwest Virginia.

During his career, he has worked as a counselor for the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services as well as a Therapeutic Day Treatment counselor for Norton City Schools.

Dennis leverages his ability to build strong relationships to assist transitional needs for families.

Spring Harris is a post-adoption specialist and serves families throughout the Piedmont region of Virginia. She has been working with children and their families for over 17 years and has a BA in Early Childhood Education and a MA in Special Education.

Spring has always had a passion for what she does, but nothing has taught her more than being a caregiver for a child that is not biologically hers. Spring’s lived experience has given her new insight into what it means to parent kids who come from hard places, and she is excited to use her knowledge and skills to support adoptive families. 

Dionna McDowell is a Post-Adoption Specialist with over 20 years of experience working with children and their families in early intervention and special education within public school settings. Passionate about family and community, her work is driven by a deep belief that by embracing our unique differences, we can enrich each other's lives and foster a stronger sense of unity.