Will I have any say in the “types” of children I’ll be asked to care for?
The agency will ask you about the types of children for whom you [...]
I live in a rented apartment. Will that affect becoming licensed?
You are not required to own your own home to be licensed. You [...]
What should I expect to have happen while involved in the process of becoming licensed?
The child placing agency will provide orientation to all prospective license applicants. If [...]
I’m really interested in adopting a child. Should I seek a foster home license?
Generally, foster children are returned to their birth families. Foster families must comply [...]
Is there any guarantee that children will be placed in my home?
There are no guarantees that a child will be placed into your home. [...]
If I become licensed to provide foster care, how do children get placed into my home?
Child Placing Agencies and certain courts place children into foster homes. The agency [...]
How do I go about applying for a child foster home license?
Licensing of child foster homes is a joint effort between the State of [...]
How do I get started?
You call to set up a personal consultation/orientation with the domestic adoption program [...]
Why does a birth mother choose adoption?
There are many reasons why a birth mother may choose adoption. Often a [...]
We are so nervous to meet with the birth mother. What if she does not like us?
The birth mother is just as nervous to meet you. The initial meeting [...]
Why should I choose Forever Families?
Forever Families is a small agency, we can provide a personalized experience. Our [...]
Will I get to know how my baby is doing after the adoption?
Yes, the vast majority of adoptions are open, meaning the birth parents and [...]
What if I need help with expenses?
You will have access to agency staff in case of an emergency. Staff [...]
What do I learn about the prospective adoptive parents of my baby?
You are in control of your decision. You will first be provided with [...]
What if I am unsure about my decision?
Forever Families provides pregnancy counseling at no charge to you. We will go [...]
Are there resources available once my adoption is finalized?
Yes! The Michigan Post Adoption Resource Centers (PARC) are here to support families [...]
Is there financial assistance available if I choose to foster or adopt a child?
The Adoption Subsidy Program provides financial support subsidy and/or medical subsidy for families [...]
What is the common age range and background of children for state ward adoptions?
Children of all races and ethnicities are in foster care and available for [...]
Do I have to be married to adopt?
You do not have to be married to adopt or foster a child [...]
Is there a cost to adopting?
State ward adoption expenses are often minimal. There is no cost for the [...]
How long is the adoption process?
It generally takes a family six months to complete the adoption process from [...]