Category: Home Study
Getting your Adopted Child Covered by Health Insurance
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. If you’ve recently adopted a child, you might have hit a frustrating speed bump: your health insurance provider claims your adoption needs to be finalized before they’ll add your child to your plan. Spoiler alert—that’s...
Home Study Hacks: How to Make Your Adoption Agency LOVE You
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. So, you’re ready to jump into the adoption process and start the home study. First of all, congrats! You’re about to join a VIP club of paperwork warriors and home visit champions. It’s a wild ride, but...
The Truth About International Adoption: Understanding Home Study and Primary Providers
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE. So, you’re doing a private adoption internationally, and someone told you all you need is an international home study? Well, hate to burst your bubble, but that’s a myth! I’m here to set the record straight—and trust me,...
Home Studies: Go Licensed or Go Home
Check out the video on my YouTube channel here. Today, we’re tackling a pressing question: Why should you opt for a licensed child-placing agency to conduct your home study? First things first, let’s talk about quality. As someone who’s been in the...
How to Fail a Home Study!
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! In the process of adoption, the home study is a pivotal step. It’s a thorough assessment that ensures that prospective adoptive families are well-equipped and suitable to provide a loving and nurturing environment for a...
6 Essential Questions for Your Agency
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! Today, we’re diving into one of the practical aspects of adoption – how to select an agency to work with during the home study process. Whether you’re considering adoption or are already on the journey,...
Why Is a Home Study Necessary for Adoption?
Why Is a Home Study Necessary for Adoption? The Crucial Role of Home Studies in the Adoption Process Adoption is a deeply meaningful and life-changing journey for both adoptive parents and children. It’s a process filled with anticipation, excitement, and the...
Adoption Home Visit: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Check out the video on my YouTube channel HERE! The home study process is an important step in the adoption process, and it can be a bit intimidating for families who are new to it. Many people wonder what the social worker will look for and what they will be...