Home Study

An “Adoption Home Study” also known as a “Pre-Placement Report” is the preparation, education and evaluation of prospective adoptive parent(s) for adoption.  They are conducted by licensed home study providers.

The Process – Initial Adoption Home Study Report

You will need to contact a licensed home study provider in your area to complete your home study report.  For home study providers in your area please click here.  The typical home study process is:

• Initial Intake and Screening
• Application
• Gathering of required forms, references, criminal and child abuse clearances (CAN), medical/counselor reports, and other required documentation
• In home visit(s)
• Drafting and Finalization of the Approved Adoption Home Study Report

Adoption Services of Spokane requires that all prospective adoptive parent(s) complete at least 10 hours of adoption related training.  If your home study provider does not require you to complete this adoption training as part of your home study process, we will provide you with the information to complete this training.

The Process – Post-Placement Report(s) 

Once you’re matched and placed with a child in your home, you will need to complete what is known as a “Post Placement Report” with your adoption home study provider. This report is required for all adoptions in order to finalize.