Maine Children's Home for Little Wanderers
Nonprofit adoption agency since 1899. Maine's only Hague-accredited international adoption program. Provides domestic, interstate, and international adoption services, home studies, matching, placement, post-placement support, and family counseling.
Who can use this?
Prospective adoptive parents must complete an application, home study, and background check. Birth parents considering an adoption plan receive free, confidential counseling. Specific eligibility requirements vary by program (domestic vs. international).
About this resource
Founded in 1899, Maine Children's Home for Little Wanderers is one of the oldest adoption agencies in the state. They are the only Hague-accredited international adoption program in Maine, offering domestic, interstate, and international placements. Services include counseling for birth parents, home studies for prospective adoptive families, matching, placement, post-placement supervision, and outpatient family counseling. They serve families throughout Maine from their Waterville office.
Services offered
- Domestic infant adoption
- International adoption (Hague-accredited)
- Interstate adoption
- Home studies for prospective adoptive parents
- Birth parent counseling and support
- Post-placement supervision and support
- Outpatient family counseling
What to expect
Contact the agency to schedule an initial consultation. Staff will explain the adoption process, discuss options, and help determine which program fits your family. The process includes an application, training, home study, and matching.
What to bring
For initial consultation: nothing required. For the home study process, staff will provide a detailed list of required documents.