Kentucky Adoption Evaluations

Based In Louisville, Kentucky But Able To Travel For Service

Pre-adoption Psychological Evaluations

The 5 Types of Kentucky Adoption Programs


  • Adopting Through the Kentucky Child Welfare System, also known as the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. This system involves, adopting children who are in the custody of the State of Kentucky
  • International Adoption. ...From Countries in Asia, South America, Africa, etc.
  • Private Adoption. ...in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio
  • Relative and/or Kinship Adoption. ...from family members from or around the state.  Also similar to an adoption via De Facto Custodian, which is someone whom the state of Kentucky deemed-often a relative or caregiver—as a legally recognized primary caregiver and financial supporter of a child for a continuous period
  • Adult Adoption. ....Rarely requires a formal evaluation, unless the adult is considered to fall in the category of a vulnerable population
Chinese Adoption

What can I expect during the process of adopting a child and/or children in Kentucky?


During the adoption process in Louisville, you may be asked to complete blood work, a urine test, and other medical tests to identify or rule out any physical conditions.  You may also be asked to attend classes on the adoption process.  The types of classes can vary, and may depend upon whether the child/children have pre-existing medical and/or behavioral health conditions.

Medical Examination-EYE

What is pre adoption counseling in Louisville, Kentucky?

Louisville pre-adoption counseling will also help you explore any issues that you may encounter on this often emotional journey in becoming a parent. Your own personal history greatly impacts your parenting in life.  KFPS does not offer pre-adoption counseling but can offer several referrals for local clinicians specializing in this area.


What exactly is an adoption evaluation?


Pre-adoption evaluations usually consist of a clinical interview and one or more psychological tests to help determine mental health concerns and establish factors that may affect placement permanency.

 

How long does an adoption assessment take?


Once you have decided that you want to adopt, most child adoption assessments are completed within six months. The adoption assessment process is largely dictated by the adoption provider and/or company, as they often dictate the requirements of the evaluation and the specific questions needing to be addressed.