Getting Started
- Child Adoption Laws
Adoption laws for state of Rhode Island. - LGBT Adoption Laws
LGBT adoption laws in Rhode Island. - Pre-Service Training Information
Provides information on how to register for pre-service MAPP training classes. - Licensed Agencies
List of licensed agencies in Rhode Island, including private adoption agencies, mentor programs, foster care agencies, and foster and adoptive support programs. - Private Child Placing Agencies
Contact information for private adoption agencies in Rhode Island. - Public and Private Agency Search
Public and private foster care adoption agencies in Rhode Island. - Steps to Adoption
Steps to become an adoptive parent in Rhode Island. - Adoption Information
Adoption Information by state - Understanding Rhode Island’s Adoption Laws and Policies
An overview of adoption laws - Adoption Services
DCYF provides an overview of adoption services - Home Study Requirements (See bottom of page for providers)
Information on the Home study program and requirements
Searching for Children
- Adoption Rhode Island
Photo listing featuring waiting children in Rhode Island. - Out of State Submissions
Outlines the submission process for families living outside of Rhode Island who are interested in submitting for children on the Adoption Rhode Island website. - WWK Recruiters
Scroll down and click on Rhode Island to view contact information for Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiters families may contact regarding waiting Rhode Island children. - Heart Gallery Of America
Photo lists of waiting children
Pre-Placement
- ICPC Information
Provides general information about ICPC process in Rhode Island, including contact information for state ICPC offices.
Post-Adoption Support & Resources
- Adoption Assistance
Select Rhode Island to view more information on adoption assistance in Rhode Island, courtesy of Child Welfare Information Gateway. - Child & Family Support Program
Adoption Rhode Island provides children and families with post-adoption support services, including counseling, education and support, outreach and referrals, adoption preparation services, and more. - Clinical Support Program
Adoption Rhode Island provides children and families with outpatient and in-home services. Their services include therapy, support groups for families, support groups for teens, adoption preparation, and disruption prevention. - Parent and Family Support
Adoption Rhode Island provides parent and family support services, including a Mom’s Group and a Dad’s group for potential and current adoptive moms and dads. - Preserving Families Program
Adoption Rhode Island provides adoptive families with a preservation program aimed at stengthening an adoptive family. Services include counseling, parent education and support groups, advocacy, after-hours support, and recreational activities for adoptive families. - State Subsidy Information
NACAC provides general information on adoption subsidies in Rhode Island. - Attachment and Trauma Specialists
A list of local therapists that specialize in working with attachment and trauma related issues. - Behavioral care treatment centers
A list of local treatment centers for behavioral care - Adoption Therapists
A list of local therapists that specialize in adoption - Child Care Resources
A compiled list of child-care resources - Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Programs
A list of local treatment centers specializing in child abuse treatment - Counseling Resources
A compiled list of counseling resources - Kid Counseling
A list of local therapists specializing in treating children - Kinship Care
Kinship programs and information - Medical Resources
Health and medical resources - 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 specializing in trauma related issues. - Online Support Groups
A list of online support group resources - Post-Adoption Questions and Answers
Frequently asked questions and answers regarding adoption - 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 activities for kids.
Home Study Service Providers
- Abby’s One True Gift
Home study service provider - American Adoptions
Home study service provider - Jewish Family Service of Rhode Island
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