Helping Foster and Adoptive Families
We’re here to help you whether you’re just starting the process to foster or adopt, waiting for a placement, or looking for post-adoption resources.
If you can’t find an answer or the information you need below, we have a staff of adoption specialists ready to connect you with the resources you need. All you have to do is contact us.
Common Myths About Adoption and Foster Care
Who Can Foster and Adopt
Most people may be eligible to adopt, regardless of marital status, age, income, or sexual orientation. You don’t need to own your own home, have children already, be young, wealthy, or a stay-at-home parent to adopt or foster.
Register with AdoptUsKids
Families who are home studied and approved to adopt children from U.S. foster care can register on our site to create a profile, get advanced search options, and inquire about children.
State Adoption and Foster Care Information
Learn about foster care and adoption guidelines in your State.
- Select State, Territory, or Tribe:
Post-Adoption Resources
A variety of resources such as respite care and financial aid are available for adoptive parents. Just remember, you’re not alone.
Request to Be Contacted
Ready to speak with a foster and adoption specialist?
- Request to be contacted or call us toll-free at 888-200-4005.
The Road to Adoption
and Foster Care
Hear from real families who have walked the road to adoption and foster care, and the children whose lives they’ve changed forever.
Featured Child
Name: Jesse C
Age: 16
Location: Alaska
Jesse, 16, is of Alaska Native heritage (Yup'ik). He would like to have a small adoptive family who embraces his heritage and enjoys camping and fishing. He also wants a dad who is actively involved in parenting.
Featured Siblings
Name: Kayla, Tory, Christopher, Travis
Age: 17, 14, 13, 11
Location: Louisiana
Christopher, 17, Travis, 14, Tory, 14, and Kayla, 11, of Louisiana are siblings with varied interests. They need a family who will adopt them together.
