How Do You Prepare For An Adoption Home Study Visit?
Adoption agencies, regardless of the type of adoption you choose, all require a careful home study to evaluate prospective adoptive parents. The home study visit is for many would-be adoptive parents one of the most stressful parts of the process. These simple tips can help you prepare yourself and your home for this important step. Step 1 When making the home study appointment, you’ll be at the mercy of the social worker’s availability to a certain extent, but try to schedule your visit for a day and time when you (and your spouse/partner, if you’re doing this as a couple) will be relatively relaxed and free of obligations. A weeknight visit when there’s a work deadline looming obviously isn’t ideal, nor is an appointment when your routine is upset due to house guests, remodeling/renovations, or other circumstances. Step 2 Be sure the house is clean – but not sterile. Adoption agencies don’t require a white-glove test, but the social worker will notice if your home is pleasant, organi
