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
Fees
- Application Fee $200 (non-reimburseable)
- Full Adoption Home Study Fee $3,500
- Post-Placement Visit Fee (per visit, as requested) $250
- Home Study Update Fee $300
- Home Study Addendum Fee $250
FMI
Ellen Dorr
Director, Therapeutic Foster Care & Adoption Services
(207) 878-9663
