What is adoption?
Adoption is a legal action that transfers all parental rights to adoptive parents, making the adopted child a legal member of the new family with all the rights and privileges of a biological child.
Who can adopt?
Most adults who can provide a stable, loving home to a child can adopt; however, state law mandates some restrictions.
Who can be adopted?
Any child in foster care whose birth parents’ parental rights have been terminated by the courts can be adopted.
How can I find out about the children available for adoption?
Your counselor will provide information and pictures of children available for adoption. Please click HERE to view Kids Central’s Adoption Chronicles. You may also visit Youth and Families Alternatives, Inc, Kids Central’s contracted provider for Adoption Services, at http://www.yfaadoptions.com/ and http://www.yfainc.org/.
How long does it take to adopt?
The answer varies from case to case, depending on how quickly your family is matched with one or more of our children. The process to become a prospective adoptive parent, including background checks, medical exams, MAPP training and home studies, can usually be completed within eight months.
Will I get historical information on the child I adopt?
You will be given information regarding the child’s history, daily habits and other likes and dislikes.
Once I adopt a child are there support services available after adoption?
Kids Central has a Post Adoption Liaison who is available daily to assist with your familial needs. Visit the Staff Contact Information under the Post-Adoption Support tab.
Are there Adoption Support Groups available to me?
Kids Central and Youth and Families Alternatives together provide Adoptive Parent Support Groups in Citrus, Lake, Hernando and Marion Counties on a monthly basis. Visit the Support Group tab under Post-Adoption Services on the Kids Central Inc, website for an updated list of support groups in your area.
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