How are adoptive families screened prior to adoption?
Applicants are thoroughly screened just as they would be for a more traditional infant adoption. Families complete a Home Study, receive adoption education, and participate in several interviews and home visits. All adoptive families complete a formal Home Study, which includes a criminal background check, an autobiography, references, an assessment for parenting ability, and a review of finances, etc. The Home Study takes two to six months to complete. The purpose of a Home Study is to determine the adoptive couples’ preparedness for embryo adoption. Families also receive adoption education, which is a vital aspect of the adoption process. In addition, all adoptive families participate in a series of interviews and home visits. If a couple has already completed a Home Study through another agency, the couple may ask the agency to send a copy of their Home Study to Bethany for review. We will let the couple know if they will need to update their Home Study.
