HOME STUDIES & BACKGROUND CHECKS
A private domestic adoption is facilitated by a private licensed adoption agency or an adoption attorney for a child who resides in the United States and is not under the supervision of a public agency such as the Department of Child Services.
Private domestic adoption is a wonderful way for parents to provide children with a permanent, loving home. But if you’re new to the process, it can feel overwhelming. At The Villages, we walk alongside parents who are considering adoption, providing resources, guidance, and support.
As a licensed child placing agency, The Villages offers the following types of services in addition to infant adoption and adoption from foster care.
There are times when the best option for a child is to be adopted by a family member, a kinship relative (defined as someone bonded with the child but not biologically related), or a stepparent. These adoptions can provide a significant sense of security and permanency for the child, formalizing an existing bond. The Villages supports these adoptions through services including home study completions, background checks, and answering questions along the way.
Timeline and Benefits
Families can typically complete the necessary paperwork and home study process within two to four months. The time necessary to finalize the adoption will vary by attorney, so contact them directly to discuss their typical timelines.
Requirements and Cost
The requirements for relative, kinship, stepparent adoption depend on the specific circumstances of each case. Contact us directly so we can understand your specific situation and provide the appropriate information on fees structures and what they entail.
Out-of-state adoptions refers to when a family works with an adoption agency or attorney in another state to complete an adoption. In these cases, applicable services offered by The Villages include a home study completion and a post-placement supervision report completion as required by the authority finalizing the adoption.
If you’re considering this option, The Villages is here to offer you support.
Timeline and Benefits
Families typically can complete the necessary paperwork and home study process within two to four months.
For families that choose this option, there can be several benefits. Having The Villages provide services in this situation allows the family and the attorney or other agency to utilize our expertise in helping the family prepare for an adoption, identify and address any potential concerns before and after the adoption, and refer the family to support services through local agencies when needed.
Requirements and Cost
The requirements for out-of-state attorney or agency adoptions vary. To provide the most accurate information, please contact The Villages to discuss your particular situation. We will explain our fees based on the specific services provided.