Adopting a child is the beginning of a beautiful story. There is one important step that sets everything in motion: The Home Study Adoption Requirements.
This process helps you prepare, reflect, and ensure that your home and your heart are prepared to welcome your child.
Why Is the Home Study So Important?
The Home Study serves several crucial purposes:
- Ensures your home is safe and welcoming for a child
- Helps prepare you emotionally and practically for parenthood
- Provides the legal documentation required for adoption
Think of the Adoption Home Study as the foundation of your adoption journey. Once it’s complete and approved, you are ready to move forward to the next step.
Licensed, non-profit adoption agency
At Building Arizona Families (BAF), we have helped families across Arizona navigate this journey with transparency and confidence.
- A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
- Compassionate, experienced Adoption Team
- Full-service adoption support—from Adoption Home Study to Placement
- Clear communication and fast responses
Application & Paperwork
First, you will complete an application and start gathering important documents such as:
- Birth and marriage certificates
- Financial records
- Medical reports
- Background checks
- Personal references
Our team will walk you through it step-by-step and help you stay organized.
Interviews with Your Adoption Specialist
Here we get to know you better and where you get to share your story! At Building Arizona Families, our interviews are warm and conversational. There is no pressure or judgment.
We will chat about:
- Your reasons for choosing adoption
- Your childhood and upbringing
- Your parenting style and values
- How do you plan to support and nurture your future child
It is also a great time to ask questions and share your hopes for your adoption journey.
Conversation with an Adoption Specialist
This is your chance to share your story. These conversations are casual, meaningful, and judgment-free. We are here to get to know you, your hopes, your heart, and your vision for your family.
Home Study – a Process
The home study is detailed. Whether you are ready to start your Adoption Home Study or have questions, we are here to help. If you are ready to love and raise a child, you already have what matters most.
Adoption can feel overwhelming at times. There are forms, laws, timelines, and emotions. That’s where we come in. We are with you from your first phone call to final placement and beyond.
Call us at (623) 936-4729 or 800-340-9665. Email: [email protected]