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The homestudy is a crucial part of the domestic and international adoption process. Find information, preparation tips, and resources to help it go smoothly.

Homestudy 101

The homestudy is part of almost every adoption process. Learn what it is, how it's used, and what's involved.... [more]

How to Prepare For Your Adoption Homestudy

Whatever type of adoption you pursue, the homestudy is almost always part of the process. Homestudies are written reports of information compiled by social workers especially licensed for this purpose. Here are some tips to help you get started. ... [more]

Homestudies, Homosexuality & Intercountry Adoption
A court ruling on second-parent adoption raises questions about how homestudies are handled and the impact that may have on future international adoptions from various countries. From IAVAAN.

Sample Homestudy
Homestudies vary, but this sample homestudy will give you an idea of the scope of questions asked.

Surviving The Homestudy
Some documentation references are specific to Korea, but other information applies to all international adoptions.

The Home Study
You'll need it for either domestic or international adoption. Learn more from the National Adoption Information Clearinghouse.

The Homestudy for Non-Traditional Families
What non-traditional families need to know, from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Scroll down the page for a discussion of the homestudy and considerations for gay and lesbian couples.

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