Below is a list of Licensed Child Placing Agencies (LCPAs) that are licensed by the Department of Child Services and provide adoption services. To find out if an LCPA provides the specific services you need, please contact them directly.
Note to Providers: LCPAs are responsible for ensuring the information on this page is current. Should your agency’s information need updating, please contact Kathryn Stephenson at kathryn.stephenson@dcs.in.gov.
A Bond of Life Adoptions
ADDRESS: 95 South Elm Street, Zionsville, IN 46077
PHONE: 317-873-3841
FAX: 317-873-4926
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@abladoptions.com
WEBSITE: http://www.abladoptions.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Independent | $1,900 | Three to four weeks |
| Updates | $850 | Three to four weeks |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Infant | $17,500 | Agency fee |
| Interstate | $1,500 | ICPC |
| Supervision of Placement | $500 | Per post placement visit |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Counseling | $100 per hour | Birth parent |
Adoption Assistance Inc.
ADDRESS: 2867 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150
PHONE: 812-670-5548
FAX: 502-254-2425
E-MAIL ADDRESS: adoption@adoptionassistance.com
WEBSITE: https://www.adoptionassistance.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-parent/Relative Adoptions | $1,000 | |
| Independent | $1,500 | |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,500 | |
| Special Needs | $1,500 | |
| Foreign | $1,850 | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,500 | |
| Updates |
$350 Domestic $400 International | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | No additional fee | |
| Non-Special Needs | No additional fee | |
| Infant | $5,000 agency assistance fee | Birth parent expenses billed seperately depending on case |
| Siblings | No additional fee | |
| Interstate | No additional fee | |
| Supervision of Placement | For children under 4: $200 per visit For children over 4: $250 per visit | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Application Fee | $75 | |
| Home Study Addendum | With a home visit: $200 Without a home visit: $75 | |
| Second Home Study (original completed by Adoption Assistance) | Domestic: $1,050 International: $1,400 |
Adoption Bridges of Kentuckian; St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities
ADDRESS: 702 E. Market Street, New Albany, IN 47150
PHONE: 502-585-4369
FAX: 812-941-7008
E-MAIL ADDRESS: jkirby@stecharities.org
WEBSITE: https://www.stecharities.org/adoption-bridges/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana: Southern Indiana/Louisville
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-parent/Relative Adoptions | $1,800 | |
| Independent | $1,800 | |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,800 | |
| Special Needs | $1,800 | |
| Foreign | $1,800 | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,800 | |
| Interstate | $1,800 | |
| Updates | $750 | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Non-Special Needs | Varies | |
| Infant | Varies | |
| Siblings | Varies | |
| Interstate | Varies | |
| Supervision of Placement | $300 |
Adoption Center for Family Building (ACFB)
ADDRESS: 8707 Skokie Blvd., Ste. 208, Skokie, IL 60077 and
8645 Connecticut St., Merrillville, IN 46410
PHONE: 847-674-3231 and 219-795-9900
FAX: 847-674-8635
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@centerforfamily.com
WEBSITE: https://www.centerforfamily.com/
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative Adoptions | $750 | None to begin |
| Independent | $1,800 | None to begin |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,800 | None to begin |
| Special Needs | $1,800 | None to begin |
| Foreign | $2,100 | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,800 | None to begin |
| Interstate | $1,800 | None to begin |
| Updates |
$800 (ACFB) $1,500 (another agency transfer) $1,200 (ACFB second adoption) | None to begin |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | $8,500 due at placement | $5,000 due at match |
| Non-Special Needs | $12,500 due at placement | $5,000 due at match |
| Infant | $12,500 due at placement | $5,000 due at match |
| Foreign |
$2,100 for home study (no placement services) | $400 per post placement visit |
| Interstate | $550 | |
| Supervision of Placement | $400 per visit | Typically one visit for domestic |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Post Adoption | $400 per home visit | Includes report to requesting agencies |
Adoptions of Indiana
ADDRESS: 1980 E. 116th Street, Suite 325, Carmel IN 46032
PHONE: 317-574-8950
FAX: 317-574-8971
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@adoptionsofindiana.org
WEBSITE: https://adoptionsofindiana.org/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $425-850 | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Independent |
$3,000, incl. HS, Adoption Educ., Post-Placement Services | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Non-Special Needs |
$3,000, incl. HS, Adoption Educ., Post-Placement Services | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Special Needs |
$3,000, incl. HS, Adoption Educ., two Post-Placement Reports | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Foreign |
$3,000, incl. HS, Adoption Educ., two Post-Placement Reports | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Infant (non-special needs) |
$3,000, incl. HS, Adoption Educ., two Post-Placement Reports | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Interstate |
$2,650, incl. HS, Adoption Educ., Post-Placement Services | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Updates | $525 | Usually starts within two weeks |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
Special Needs |
Fees reduced depending on situation | |
| Non-Special Needs | $14,700 | After Placement |
| Infant | $14,700 | After Placement |
| Siblings | No additional charge | |
| Interstate | $630-3,500 | Receiving Agency or Sending Agency Fee |
| Supervision of Placement | $300/ea., additional after two incl. | Two visits included with H.S. |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Kinship or Guardian HS | $1,050-1575 |
Fee depends on whether Post- Placement Supervision is necessary |
| Post Adoption Counseling | $125 per hour | LCSW clinicians |
Adoption Support Center, Inc.
ADDRESS: 880 Monon Green Blvd., Ste. 101, Carmel, IN 46032
PHONE: 317-255-5916
FAX: 317-253-8838
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@adoptionsupportcenter.com
WEBSITE: https://adoptionsupportcenter.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $1,850 | 4-8 weeks |
| Embryo | $2,000 | 6-8 weeks |
| Domestic | $2,000 | 4-6 weeks |
| Updates/Reviews/Addendums | $500-1,000 | 4-6 weeks |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Infant | $19,500 | Agency fee |
| Siblings | No additional charge | Agency fee |
| Interstate | $19,500 | Agency fee |
| Supervision of Placement | $550 and mileage per report | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Adoption Consultant | $150 per hour | Agency fee |
| Step-Parent Background Checks | $350 | Agency fee |
America World Adoption Association
ADDRESS: 17313 Retford Drive, Westfield, IN 46074
PHONE: 703-213-5734
E-MAIL ADDRESS: danielle.huntley@awaa.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic | $2,200 if private (agency assisted) | No waiting period |
| Infant | $2,200 if private (agency assisted) | No waiting period |
| Interstate | $2,200 if private (agency assisted) | No waiting period |
| Special Needs | $2,200 if private (agency assisted) | No waiting period |
| Private/Agency Assisted Domestic | $2,200 | No waiting period |
| International | $2,500 | No waiting period |
| Domestic Updates | $700 | No waiting period |
| International Updates | $800 | No waiting period |
American Adoptions
ADDRESS: 9465 Counselors Row, Suite 200, No.238, Indianapolis, IN 46240
PHONE: 800-236-7846
FAX: 847-768-7009
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@americanadoptions.com
WEBSITE: https://www.americanadoptions.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Independent | $1,300 | No wait. Average completion time is 30-60 days |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,300 | No wait. Average completion time is 30-60 days |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,300 | No wait. Average completion time is 30-60 days |
| Interstate | $1,300 | No wait. Average completion time is 30-60 days |
| Updates | $500-900 agency fee | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Non-Special Needs | $13,000 | Agency fee |
| Infant | $13,000 | Agency fee |
| Interstate | $13,000 | Agency fee |
| Supervision of Placement | $300-350 | Per post-placement visit |
Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Inc.
ADDRESS: Main office: 915 South Clinton Street, Fort Wayne IN 46802
PHONE: 260-422-5625
FAX: 260-420-7382
E-MAIL ADDRESS: ccoffice@ccfwsb.org
WEBSITE: http://www.ccfwsb.org/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Allen County
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
|---|---|---|
Special Needs |
All placement fees are 12% of Adoptive parents' gross income (minimum of $9,000; maximum of $16,000) | |
| Supervision of Placement | $200 per post-placement visit (minimum of 2 required); $200 for the court report | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Record requests/adoption searches | Contact for availability and fees |
Childplace, Inc.
ADDRESS: 2420 East 10th Street, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
PHONE: 812-282-8248
FAX: 812-282-3291
E-MAIL ADDRESS: emilyj@childplace.org
WEBSITE: http://www.childplace.org/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Home study and post-placement services provided for Indiana and Kentucky families within two-hour driving distance of main office location in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Placement services are provided to families across the continental United States with approved home study. Adoption services are provided to birth families and expectant mothers in Indiana and Kentucky.
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative Adoptions | $2,000 | 3-4 months to complete; contact for availability |
| Independent | $2,000 | 3-4 months to complete; contact for availability |
| Foster Parent | $0 | 4-6 months to complete; contact for availability |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Supervision of Placement | $150 per visit | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Criminal Clearance Report | $225 or more | For applicants who have only lived in IN during the past five years, the fee will be $225. An additional $25 per state will be applied for applicants who have lived outside IN in the past 5 years. No waiting period to begin services. Service available only to families that have received a waiver of the home study and supervision in accordance with IC 31-19-8. |
Counseling Partners LLC
ADDRESS: 115 Farabee Dr. North, Suite C, Lafayette, IN 47905
PHONE: 765-427-6756
E-MAIL ADDRESS: melissa@counselingpartnersllc.com
WEBSITE: https://www.counselingpartnersllc.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREAS SERVED: Lower north and central Indiana
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Adoption Home Study | $1,750 | One week to schedule |
| Step-Parent Home Study | $975 | One week to schedule |
| Environmental Home Study | $850 | One week to schedule |
| Home Study Update Report | $125 per hour | One week to schedule |
| Background Checks and Report Only | $125 per hour and background check fees | One week to schedule |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| One Post Placement Visit and Report | $500 | One week to schedule |
| Additional Court - Ordered Post-Placement Visits | $125 per hour | One week to schedule |
| Pre- an/or-Post Adoption In-Home Supervision | $125 per hour | One week to schedule |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Counseling | Varies - billable options include self pay, HSA, traditional Medicaid, Anthem Medicaid, CareSource Medicaid, HIP Anthem, HIP Caresource, Anthem BlueCross/Blue Shield | Availability varies. Focus areas include: TFCBT, EMDR, Adoption, DV, DCS families/history, mental health, substance use, attachment/bonding and juvenile probation |
Courageous Hearts Adoptions, Inc.
ADDRESS: 435 E Main St, Suite 145, Greenwood, IN 46143
PHONE: 888-409-0377
FAX: 317-743-8769
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@chadoptions.org
WEBSITE: www.chadoptions.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREAS SERVED: Primarily Indiana. Other states on case-by-case basis.
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $1,000 | No wait. 4-6 weeks to complete. |
| Independent | $1,500 | No wait. 4-6 weeks to complete. (+$300 for expedited) |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,500 | No wait. 4-6 weeks to complete. (+$300 for expedited) |
| Updates | $300 | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | Varies | Depends on situation. For private adoptions only. |
| Non-Special Needs | $12,500 | For private adoptions only. |
| Infant | $12,500 | For private adoptions only. |
| Siblings | $12,500 | For private adoptions only. |
| Interstate | Varies | Depends on state and situation. For private adoptions only. |
| Supervision of Placement | $350 | For private adoptions only. |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Adoption Counseling | $100 per hour | |
| Background check when home study is waived by court | $200 |
Firefly Children & Family Alliance
ADDRESS: 3610 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
PHONE: 1-855-677-KIDS, or 1-855-677-5437
FAX 317-986-6648
E-MAIL ADDRESS: adoption@fireflyin.org
Website: www.fireflyin.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREAS SERVED: All of Indiana
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $950 + travel if outside of Indy | No wait list |
| Independent | $2,300 + travel if outside of Indy | No wait list |
| Non-Special Needs | Anything related to adoption out of foster care is handled by the foster care team; no fee | N/A |
| Special Needs | Anything related to adoption out of foster care is handled by the foster care team; no fee | N/A |
| Foster Parent | Anything related to adoption out of foster care is handled by the foster care team; no fee | N/A |
| Foreign | $2,300 + travel if outside of Indy | No wait list |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $2,300 + travel if outside of Indy | No wait list |
| Interstate | $2,300 + travel if outside of Indy (only for kids NOT in foster care) | No wait list |
| Updates | $350 + travel if outside of Indy | No wait list |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. | |
| Non-Special Needs | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. | |
| Infant | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. | |
| Siblings | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. | |
| Foreign | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. | |
| Interstate | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. | |
| Supervision of Placement | We work with placement agencies, but do not actually handle the adoptive match/placement. |
FosterHope of Meridian Health Services
ADDRESS: 2300 Chester Blvd., Richmond, IN 47374
PHONE: 765-969-6488; 765-960-0214
FAX: 765-966-5750
E-MAIL ADDRESS: Mary.Grey@meridianhs.org
WEBSITE: www.meridianhs.org/Social/FosterHopeProgram
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: East Central Indiana
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $800-1,000 based on distance | 60-90 day completion |
| Independent | $1,600-1,750 based on distance | Start within 60 days |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,600-1,750 based on distance | Start within 60 days |
| Foster Parent | No charge for FosterHope foster parents | Generally begins within two to four months |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,600-1,750 based on distance | Start within 60 days |
| Interstate | $1,600-1,750 based on distance | Start within 60 days |
| Update | $800-1,000 based on distance | Start within 60 days |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
Special Needs | Through DCS | |
| Supervision of Placement | $150-200 based on distance | Three home visits, additional extra |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Background checks only | $175 | When home study is waived |
Gifts of Grace Adoption Support Center
ADDRESS: 656 N. 36th Street, Lafayette, IN 47905
PHONE: 765-807-5117
FAX: 765-250-9113
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@ggadopt.com
WEBSITE: https://www.giftsofgraceadoption.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $1,200 | No wait. 4-6 week process. |
| Independent | $2,000 | No wait. 4-6 week process. |
| Non-Special Needs | $2,000 | No wait. 4-6 week process. |
| Special Needs | Varies | No wait. 4-6 week process. |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $2,000 | No wait. 4-6 week process. |
| Updates | $400 (plus $75/hour if over 4 hours) | No wait. |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | Varies | |
| Non-Special Needs | $4,500-$20,000 | Varies per situation |
| Infant | $4,500-$20,000 | Varies per situation |
| Siblings | $4,500-$20,000 | Varies per situation |
| Interstate | $4,500-$20,000 | |
| Supervision of Placement | $250 | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Attorney Referral Background Checks | $250 or $30, if lived outside of Indiana within the past 5 years | Please email info@ggadopt.com to request an application |
| Adoption Preparation and Support | $75/hour | Please email info@ggadopt.com to request an application |
Greater Love Adoption Decision, Inc.
ADDRESS: PO Box 9105, 5000 First Avenue, Evansville IN 47724
PHONE: 812-424-4523
FAX: 812-424-3180
E-MAIL ADDRESS: glad@sigecom.net
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Independent | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Special Needs | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Foreign | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Foster Parent | Free | For GLAD foster parents only |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Interstate | $1,300 | 4-6 weeks |
| Update | $550 | 2-4 weeks |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
Special Needs | $5,500 | 1-3 years |
| Infant | $7,500 | 1-3 years |
| Independent | Fees are charged by services rendered | |
| Supervision of Placement | $200 | Charged per visit |
Hand in Hand International Adoptions
ADDRESS: 210A N. Orange St., Albion IN 46701
PHONE: 260-636-3566
E-MAIL ADDRESS: Indiana@hihiadopt.org
WEBSITE: http://hihiadopt.org/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign | $3,100 | Two months |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Foreign | $8,000-10,000 | Depends on country |
| Supervision of Placement | Included in above | Countries are: Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Haiti, Philippines |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Pre-adoption education | included in above | |
| Dossier preparation | included in above |
Heartland Adoption Agency
ADDRESS: 1451 W Arlington Road, Bloomington, IN 47404
PHONE: 812-355-5437
E-MAIL ADDRESS: office@heartlandadoptions.com
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $1,600-1,800 | Completed within 60 days |
| Independent | $1,600-1,800 | |
| Foster Parent | $1,600-1,800 | |
| Contemporary/Other Parent Adoption | $1,600-1,800 | |
| Special Needs | $1,600-1,800 | |
| Expedited | $400 | Completed within 30 days |
| Updates - Required Annually | $615 | |
| Home Study Report Revision | $400 | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Post-Placement Visit | $250-350 | Each visit |
| Post-Placement Report | $615 | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Background Check (inclueds federal fingerprinting) | $175 per person |
KidsFirst Adoption Services, LLC
ADDRESS: 9135 N Meridian St, Suite B4, Indianapolis, IN 46260 (main office)
PHONE: 317-518-3022 (24/7 phone number)
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@kidsfirstadoption.com
WEBSITE: www.kidsfirstadoption.com
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: All counties in Indiana
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $900 plus mileage | Approximately 4 weeks from start to completion |
| Independent | $1,800 plus mileage | Approximately 8-10 weeks from start to completion |
| Special Needs | $1,800 plus mileage | |
| Foreign | $2,000 plus mileage | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,800 plus mileage | |
| Interstate | Up to $3,000 | Varies on services needed |
| Update | $700 before adoption or $1,200 after adoption within two years | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Infant | Approximately $30,000-35,000 in total | |
| Interstate | Up to $3,000 | Varies on services needed |
| Supervision of Placement | $350 per visit | |
| Background clearances | $300 for individual or $450 for a couple | All done via mail or email |
| Mileage | $0.50 per mile, $100 for two-hour drive, $300 for three-hour drive |
KidsPeace Foster Care & Family Services
Website: www.kidspeace.org and www.fostercare.com
ADDRESS: 335 E. 84th Place, Merrillville IN 46410
PHONE: 219-736-1308 FAX: 219-736-1640
E-MAIL ADDRESS: FCFS.merrillville@kidspeace.org
ADDRESS: 309 S. Walnut, Muncie IN 47305
PHONE: 765-741-0154 FAX: 765-741-0764
E-MAIL ADDRESS: FCFS.muncie@kidspeace.org
ADDRESS: 209 N. Main Street, Suite 200, South Bend, IN 46601
PHONE: 574-237-1046 FAX: 574-237-1048
E-MAIL ADDRESS: FCFS.southbend@kidspeace.org
ADDRESS: 4701 N. Keystone Ave., Suite 210, Indianapolis, IN 46205
PHONE: 317-253-1723 FAX: 317-253-1734
E-MAIL ADDRESS: FCFS.indianapolis@kidspeace.org
ADDRESS: 1195 N. Morton St, Franklin, IN 46131
PHONE: 317-868-8315 FAX: 317-868-8048
E-MAIL ADDRESS: FCFS.franklin@kidspeace.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana (Foster Care in 9 other states - primarily East Coast)
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $150 (Background check report only) | None |
| Independent | Full home study $2,150 | |
| Non-Special Needs | Full home study $2,150 | |
| Special Needs | Full home study $2,150 | |
| Foster Parent | Full home study $2,150 | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | Full home study $2,150 | |
| Updates | $650 | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | There are no charges associated with the child placement through foster care services. | |
| Supervision of Placement | Supervision of the child in the foster home is contingent on the child’s level of care. It is anywhere from twice a week to once a month. |
Lampion Center
ADDRESS: 655 S. Hebron Ave., Evansville IN 47714
PHONE: 812-471-1776
FAX: 812-469-2000
E-MAIL ADDRESS: emorrison@lampioncenter.com
Website: http://www.lampioncenter.com/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Vanderburgh, Posey, Warrick and other counties on case by case basis
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative |
$1,000 for full home study; $150 for waived home study/background checks only | Varies |
| Independent | $1,500 | |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,500 | |
| Foreign | $2,000 (*Lampion is not accredited for international adoptions) | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,500 | |
| Updates |
$250 if within 2 years of original study, and only if Lampion Center completed original home study | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Supervision of Placement |
$750 for two supervision visits; $200 per visit thereafter |
Only for those clients that were placed under Lampion's home study |
Nightlight Christian Adoptions
ADDRESS: 6409 S. East St., Indianapolis, IN 46227
PHONE: 317-875-0058
FAX: 317-602-6301
E-MAIL ADDRESS: info@nightlight.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $2,150 | |
| Non-Special Needs | $2,150 | |
| Special Needs | $2,150 | |
| Foster Parent | $2,150 | |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $2,150 | |
| International | $2,475 | |
| Home Study Assessment Updates | Fees | Information |
| Level 1, Minor Change to a current home study | $350 | |
| Level 2, Minor Change to a current home study, but requires a visit to the home | $700 | |
| Level 3, International Home Study update required by USCIS | $700 | |
| Level 3, Domestic, required annual update | $700 | |
| Post-Adoption Reports | Fees | Information |
| International | $350 | |
| Domestic | $300 | |
| Expedite Fee | $500 | |
| Families who have a different placement agency | $200 |
Protect Our Children, Inc.
ADDRESS: PO Box 55449, Indianapolis IN 46205
PHONE: 317-927-7259
FAX: 317-927-8910
E-MAIL ADDRESS: protectourchildren@pocinc.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $800-1,200 | No wait period |
| Independent | $800-1,600 | No wait period |
| Non-Special Needs | $800-1,600 | No wait period |
| Special Needs | $800-1,600 | No wait period |
| Foster Parent | Contract with state | No wait period |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $800-1,600 | No wait period |
| Interstate | $800-1,600 | No wait period |
| Updates | $400-1,000 | No wait period |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Supervision of Placement | $300-700 per visit |
St. Elizabeth Coleman Pregnancy and Adoption Services
ADDRESS: 2500 Churchman Ave, Indianapolis IN 46203
PHONE: 317-787-3412
E-MAIL ADDRESS: rhummel@SECindy.org
WEBSITE: http://www.givingbirthtohope.org/
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative Adoptions | $1,050 | No wait |
| Independent | $2,000 | |
| Special Needs | $2,000 | |
| Foreign | $2,000 | No wait |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $2,000 | |
| Updates | $850 | |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
Special Needs | $8,000 | |
| Infant | $18,000 | |
| Foreign | Varies by Country | |
| Supervision of Placement | $300 | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Adoption Search | $50-325 | |
| Background Checks Only | $200 |
Tapestry Family Services
ADDRESS: 7399 N Shadeland, Indianapolis, IN 46250
PHONE: 317 529-7322
E-MAIL ADDRESS: vicki@tapestry-adoption.com
WEBSITE: http://www.tapestry-adoption.com/
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative Adoptions | ||
| Independent | $1,250 | 2-3 weeks |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,250 | 2-3 weeks |
| Special Needs | $1,250 | 2-3 weeks |
| Foster Parent | $1,250 | 2-3 weeks |
| Infant (non-special needs) | $1,250 | 2-3 weeks |
| Interstate | $1,250 | 3-6 weeks |
| Updates | $400 | 2-3 weeks |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
| Special Needs | Sliding Scale | $4,000-$10,000 |
| Non-Special Needs Siblings | Sliding Scale | $4,000-$10,000 |
| Infant | Sliding Scale | $4,000-$10,000 |
| Siblings | Sliding Scale | $4,000-$10,000 |
| Supervision of Placement | varies | |
| Other Services | Fees | Information |
| Home Studies | $1,250 | |
| Adoptive Counseling | $80 per hour and sliding scale |
The Villages of Indiana, Inc.
ADDRESS: 2405 N. Smith Pike, Bloomington, IN 47404
PHONE: 812-332-1245 FAX: 812-333-4714
E-MAIL ADDRESS: nschultz@villages.org
GEOGRAPHIC AREA SERVED: Indiana: Statewide
| Home Study Assessment | Fees | Approximate Waiting Period |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Parent/Relative | $1,200 + Mileage in excess of 50 miles | 30-90 days |
| Independent | $1,900 | 30-90 days |
| Non-Special Needs | $1,900 | 30-90 days |
| Special Needs | $1,900 | 30-90 days |
| Infant (non-special needs) | Contact agency for pricing | 30-90 days |
| Interstate | $1,900 | 30-90 days |
| Updates/Addendums | $765 for up to four hours, plus $95 per additional hour | 30-90 days |
| Background Clearances Only | $143 per adoptive parent. Additional costs for household members and out of state clearances. | Varies |
| Child Placement Services | Fees | Information |
Special Needs Siblings | Contact agency for pricing | All adoptive families are responsible for legal fees |
| Non-Special Needs Siblings | Contact agency for pricing | All adoptive families are responsible for legal fees |
| Supervision of Placement | $385 per visit/per report |