A child becomes available for adoption when biological parents are considered unfit to have their children return home after being in foster care.
There are 3,000 children in Michigan who have gone through the foster care system and are in need of a loving forever family.
STEPS TO ADOPTION
Contact the Experts at Child Safe Michigan
Call 248-554-6422 and ask for an adoption specialist or email us at adoptions@childsafemichigan.org.
Attend Adoption Orientation Training
Register today to get started with our detailed monthly scheduling for adoption orientation training.
Submit Application and Fingerprint Clearance
The proper documentation will be provided to you with detailed instructions during the foster care orientation.
MARE INQUIRIES
ADOPTION FAQ
Not at all, there is very little cost to adopt a child through Michigan’s foster care system. The only costs are around a total of $250 for a court filing and new Michigan birth certificate.
No, single individuals can adopt a child. However, unmarried couples, regardless of sexual orientation, have to choose one person to legally adopt the child per current Michigan laws.
You can view all the children in Michigan who need a permanent, loving home by visiting the Michigan Adoption Resource Website:
You can send an email to adoptions@childsafemichigan.org or call 248-353-0921 and ask for the adoptions department. We look forward to helping you adopt!
NEXT STEP: CONTACT MELODY
To contact our Adoption Specialist, Melody Stegner, email melody_stegner@childsafemichigan.org or contact us.