Ohio
Information, support, and resources for those searching in Ohio.
Access to Adoption InformationState regulations covering access to identifying and non-identifying (non-ID). Who can apply, where, and when.
Adoption Support GroupsSupport groups for adult adoptees, birth parents, and expectant parents in the state.
Akron Ohio AdopteesFor adoptees, birth parents, and siblings searching in the Akron/Summit County area.
How To Obtain Adoption RecordsForms to download, guidelines, and fees. For adoptions finalized prior to 1964, original information is available on request (form plus $20 fee).
Kerrylynn's Ohio Search SitesAn extensive listing of search resources and guidelines.
Luanne's Adoption Search PageProfessional searcher for Ohio and other states.
Ohio Adoptee SearchesOffering search and intermediary assistance to those who were born in Ohio, whether adopted in the state or not, and search assistance for their parents and siblings.
Ohio Adoption Information PageState legislative information, office addresses and phone numbers, overview of statutes. A great place to start.
Ohio Birth Index For SaleOhio Adoptee Searches has older indexes for sale.
Ohio County CourthousesListed alphabetically by county, with mailing addresses and phone numbers.
Ohio Online Reunion RegistryAll entries are echoed to the Worldwide Registry and CARR registries, nationwide.
Ohio Search AngelsSearch Angels are volunteers who offer their time and talents free of charge to help others in adoption-related searches for birth family members.
Rosen BabiesFor those whose adoptions were arranged or facilitated though the assistance of Dr. Oscar J. Rosen in Cleveland, Ohio, this site offers information about possible improprieties and falsified records.
Search State NewspapersLinks to online papers from around the state. Generally a fee for archive searches.
Searching in OhioA reunited adoptee's search page with ideas and resources.
Touched by Adoption Mail ListSearch and support group with an online registry and lots of help.
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