Carol Young Genealogy
Family History Researcher
Lives Long Lost
Find Your Biological Family
Over the past three years, I have helped locate biological family members for adopted individuals. This has been the most rewarding & life changing part of my career.
My process will include obtaining information from the adoptee to begin preliminary research. The individual will need to take a DNA test through Ancestry.com. Once Ancestry DNA results are delivered (approximately 6 weeks), I will utilize your specific DNA matches to aid in the search for close biological family members.
Successful results are determined by whether biological family members have had their DNA tested. A connection can be made depending on both families circumstances and willingness for this interaction.
In order for me to help find your biological family, a DNA test is required. I prefer to use Ancestry.com simply because the number of people who have had their DNA tested through that company dramatically increases the chance of locating your biological family members. Full consideration of your privacy is taken by me, and there is a plan to ensure that it remains that way.
Currently, I have a successful connection rate of 95% with biological family members. However, patience is necessary by the client for this project.
Email me so we can discuss your situation and find your LIVES LONG LOST!
FEE ON REQUEST
Testimonial
As an adopted individual, I was shocked at the ease of the process. She discovered the identities of my biological parents shortly after I received the results of my DNA test. She obtained photos for me and facilitated a phone conversation with my biological mother. A photograph was texted to her of my biological mother and myself hugging since our last meeting 44 years earlier. Don’t hesitate to contact her, she is sincere, thoughtful and considerate of everyone’s emotions. This is an experience that I will never forget and hard to actually put into words.
Anonymous
Below is a some information about Ancestry.com and AncestryDNA.
AncestryDNA is a cutting-edge DNA testing service that can revolutionize the way you discover your family history. They combine advanced DNA science with the world’s largest online family history resource to help you find your family.
No subscription is necessary in order to take the DNA test and receive results. Your results will include an ethnicity estimate and a list of DNA matches (other people who have taken the AncestryDNA test and who are likely to be related to you). You’ll receive a potential breakdown of your ethnicity by percentage as well as a list of DNA matches.
My job actually begins once your matches are known. All your close matches are used in order to create family trees and establish who is your closest biological family member. How fast this process takes is determined by your DNA matches, it can be quick or it might take some time.
How do I get the test? What is the procedure to take a DNA test?
A small kit will be sent in the mail containing a saliva tube and a pre-paid return mailing box. Open the box and read the directions. Open and fill the tube with saliva. When completed, send back to Ancestry.com. Connect your test to an Ancestry Account (we will discuss this).
Within six to eight weeks after receipt of sample, an email will be sent letting you know that your results are available.
Once you receive the kit, you should email me so we can go through the process. It is quite simple but would like to make sure that you fill in all of the information correctly. As is the case with all the work I do, confidentiality is number one!
Lives Long Lost Feedback
I have known I was adopted since birth but never had a curiosity about my birth family.
When the state of New Jersey unsealed birth certificates I was 68 years old and realized it was about time I looked at my birth certificate. I got the certificate and it contained pertinent birth information including my birth mother’s name and her address at the time of my birth. I contacted Sharon who I knew worked on genealogy . What I had hoped at the time was that just maybe I would find out the type of life my birth mother had lived. I had been put on a path by this woman that gave me a full, happy and loving life (not without its peaks and valleys). I was hoping she had a good life.
Within a short period of time, Sharon was able to find a member of the family my birth mother had worked for at the time of my birth. She was able and more than willing to tell me what a lovely person she was and the type of life she had led. I was thrilled beyond belief that after 68 years and no knowledge of my history, Sharon was able to put this information in my lap.
Then came another turn! Through Sharon’s efforts she was able to find birth family members, starting with a 3rd cousin and then eventually turning up 12 first cousins! When a scheduled trip to Ireland was mentioned these family members (all of whom reside in Ireland) requested that we meet. At age 69 I walked into a room and was surrounded by family who I resembled. I cannot say how this experience has colored my world. I never in my wildest dreams envisioned find out the information I now have. I haven’t even begun to pursue the information that Sharon has uncovered about my birth father.
Her work and passion for this field is amazing. She is willing to take you on a path where you feel comfortable. It is never too late to pursue your history!
T. in New Jersey
Family History Feedback
I have always been interested in my family’s history and ancestry, but never knew much about it. Sharon said that she could and would help me with this. I gave her my parent’s phone number and after a few conversations, she was off like a race car. She absolutely stunned us all! The information which she accumulated fills two binders.
My Mother’s ancestry she traced back to 1648 and was able to determine that the family came to America on the second ship after the Mayflower. I had known only through word of mouth that we had ancestors who were part of the American Revolution, and with her help, I was able to become a member of the Sons of the American Revolution.My Father’s history she was able to trace back to the 1500’s in Italy along with baptismal records and documentation of marriages and deaths. Unbeliev-ably amazing, what she has uncovered.
I will always be in her debt for doing this for me and my family. I can not thank her enough.
Don’t hesitate to contact her.
Charlie P. in New Jersey
What’s the Scoop? Feedback
This gift was the hit of my mother’s 90th birthday party. Everyone wanted to check out the binder which remained open the entire evening. Friends and family took pictures of every single page. It was so much fun to see birth and engagement announcements of the family, especially since no one had ever seen them before. Additionally, there were several surprise newspaper articles, OMG! Word got out to those who were unable to attend the party, so we had it copied for them to enjoy.
A really great gift idea!
M. in Pennsylvania
Who Am I? Feedback
Was hoping to discover more about my African American heritage.
Our Family Binder had accompanied my parents to the family reunion this year. Everyone was astounded with all of its’ documentation as well as what was discovered.
Utterly speechless with the presentation & final project, I felt as though I was a participant on the PBS program, “Finding Your Roots.”
I Highly Recommend!
R. in New York
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