Getting Started
- Child Adoption Laws Adoption laws for the state of Delaware.
- LGBT Adoption Laws LGBT adoption laws in Delaware.
- Private Adoption Agencies Adopt Us Kids compiled a list of licensed, private adoption agencies in Delaware. NOTE: some agencies listed only provide intenational or private (infant) adoption services, so read the agency descriptions carefully.
- Public and Private Agency Search Public and private foster care adoption agencies in Delaware.
- Adoption Information Adoption information by state
- Understanding Delaware’s Adoption Laws and Policies An overview of adoption laws
- Home Study Requirements (See Bottom of page for Service Providers) Information on the Home study program and requirements
Searching for Children
- Heart Gallery of Delaware Heart Gallery featuring waiting children in Delaware.
- WWK Recruiters Scroll down and click on Delaware to view contact information for Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiters families may contact regarding waiting Delaware children.
- Heart Gallery Of America Photo lists of waiting children
Pre-Placement
- ICPC Information
Provides general information about ICPC process in Delaware, including contact information for state ICPC offices.
Post-Adoption Support & Resources
- Adoption Assistance
Select Delaware for more information on adotpion assistance in Delaware, courtesy of Child Welfare Information Gateway. - Adoption Assistance Eligibility Determination Guide
A guide to determine eligibility for Title IV-E adoption assistance. - Adoptive Families with Information and Support
Support group for adoptive families. - TF-CBT Roster
List of therapists trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). - Adoption Services
DSCYF services and information - Attachment and Trauma Specialists
A list of local therapists specializing in working with attachment and trauma related issues. - Behavioral Care
A list of local therapists - Adoption Therapists
A list of local therapists that specialize in adoption - Child Care Resources
A compiled list of local child-care resources - Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Providers
A list of local therapists specializing in child abuse treatment - Counseling Resources
Local counseling resources - Kid Counseling
A list of local child therapists - Kinship Care
Information on kinship care resources - Medical Resources
Health and medical resources - Free Medical Resources
A list of free medical clinics - NPEN National Parenting Education Network
A list of programs by state - NOFAS FASD Support
State resources and support group information - Trauma Counseling
A list of local therapists trained in treating trauma-related issues - Nurturing Parent Program
Parent Programs - Online Support Groups
A list of online support group resources - Post-Adoption Services
A better chance for our children.com - Post Adoption Support
A better chance for our children.com - Special Health Care Needs
Resources for parents of children with special health care needs.
Events and Activities
- Cultural Events
Events Calendar - Summer Activities
A list of summer activities for kids
Home Study Service Providers
- Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions
Home Study Service Provider - Child and Home Study Associates
Home Study Service Provider - Madison Adoption Associates
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