Who Can Adopt a Child From Foster Care?
Probably the most important “requirements” for adults interested in adopting a child, teen or sibling group from foster care are: • Being able to offer a child unconditional commitment, love and support • Flexibility and the ability to tolerate change and the unknown • A good sense of humor • Ability to advocate • Stability and self-confidence (secure with yourself) • Good communication and problem-solving skills There are many myths about who is eligible to adopt from foster care. You can be: • An adult of any age, as long as you are at least 18 years old. There is no upper age limit to adopt from foster care. • Single, married, partnered, straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender • Starting your family or have other children in your home. Massachusetts does limit families to a maximum of six children in the home (any combination of biological, step, foster, adopted, etc.) • A homeowner or renter • Of almost any income level, as long as there is a stable source of income that c
