Getting started.
Who this helps
Open to anyone interested in adopting a child from foster care. Prospective parents can browse photo listings and contact Maine DHHS or a licensed agency to begin the process.
How they can help.
AdoptUSKids is a national project that connects prospective adoptive families with children waiting in foster care. Their Maine page provides state-specific information about becoming a foster or adoptive parent, lists licensed adoption agencies, and maintains photo listings of children in Maine DHHS custody who are waiting for adoptive families. There are approximately 1,900 children in Maine DHHS custody, and about 100 children have an adoption goal and are waiting for families.
- Photo listings of children waiting for adoption
- State-specific adoption and foster care information
- Connection to Maine licensed agencies
- Support and resources for prospective adoptive families
Before you get started.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
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