Adoption Home Studies

An Adoption Home Study is required when a family wants to adopt and is therefore the first step to the adoption process. Woodfords Family Services provides a Home Study service to families.

Our desire is to partner with families and to help them realize their dream of adopting by providing the service of a completed home study. Our staff will walk you through each step of the adoption home study process and will provide you with the support and education needed.

Adoptive Families:

Come from all walks of life
Can be married or single
Are 21 years or older
Have reliable income
Are in good health

How Long does a Home Study take?

A home study will be completed in approximately two to three months.

What Does the Home Study Entail?

A home inspection
Indepth interviews with all family members
Background checks
Criminal, driving and CPS
Medical statements
Three (3) references

Fee

Please contact Woodfords for current fee structure.

FMI

Ellen Dorr
Director, Therapeutic Foster Care & Adoption Services
(207) 878-9663