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Steps to Adoption

Overwhelmed with the process.  Don’t know where or how to start?  Here are some simple steps:

Step One
Attend the Introductory Training Meeting OR schedule an individual intake appointment

OR go right to Step Two or Three
No charge
No charge

Step Two
Attend Parent Training. Call for schedule for times and dates. You may do Step Three before Step Two, depending on the Parent Training Schedule. $10 to $30 per session

Step Three
Submit the Application (packet one), in person if possible or by mail $350

Step Four
  • Begin your Pre-placement Study
  • Submit your Homestudy paperwork (packet two)
  • Schedule your interviews and home visits
  • If you have a homestudy, submit it with your application
  • There is a fee to transfer or update a current or previous homestudy
$1250 plus area travel

Step Five
  • Decide on the adoption program that is right for you.
  • You may know the program you want, or the homestudy may help you decide.

Included is a brief description of our Services.


Step Six
Post placement Services and Finalization

To finalize an adoption in New Mexico you will have a postplacement period. Most adoptions require some type of post-placement.

(fees are subject to change, please call the office or email for verification)


Adoptions Plus
11811 Menaul Blvd. NE, Suite 5
Albuquerque, NM  87112

Tel: (505) 323-6002 * Fax: (505) 323-6009
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