An overview of the adoption process

The Office of Children and Family Services gives an overview of the steps to adopting a child in New York State:

1. Choosing an adoption agency.
2. Submitting an application.
3. Completing the homestudy process.
4. Attending agency-sponsored training.
5. Working with a caseworker to find an appropriate match.
6. Visiting with the child.
7. Working with a caseworker to apply for subsidy, if eligible.
8. Bringing your child home.
9. Completing at least three months of supervision, if necessary.
10. Completing the adoption in court.
11. Contacting the agency for post-adoption services, as needed.