Licensed vs. Unlicensed Adoption Professionals
In Colorado, licensed adoption agencies can legally manage all aspects of private adoptions. This regulation ensures that adoptions are conducted safely and ethically.
Licensed adoption agencies are held to high standards in order to safeguard the best interests of the child, uphold the rights of birth parents and provide comprehensive support to adoptive families. Opting for a licensed adoption agency ensures adherence to legal standards and ethical practices, providing you with the security and support necessary for a successful adoption journey.
If you're looking to adopt a newborn or infant in Colorado, we are fully licensed in your state and committed to guiding you through a seamless, straightforward adoption process. Reach out online or by calling 1-800-ADOPTION to learn more about how we can support you on your journey to parenthood.
What’s the Difference Between Unlicensed vs. Licensed Private Adoption Agencies?
Unlicensed adoption consultants or facilitators offer adoption services but aren’t overseen by state authorities. In comparison, licensed adoption agencies meet strict state and federal requirements, ensuring a higher standard of care and support
Adoption regulations vary from state to state. Some states allow unlicensed professionals to handle adoptions, but in Colorado, all adoptions must go through licensed agencies. Adoption attorneys can manage the legal side of things since they’re licensed by the state bar association. However, they typically don’t match birth parents with hopeful families or provide ongoing case management.
If you come across an adoption consultant or facilitator illegally advertising their services, it's important to be cautious and inform the Colorado Department of Human Services.
How Colorado Reviews Adoption Agency Licensing
Becoming a licensed adoption agency in Colorado involves meeting a series of stringent requirements. In addition to registering as a child placement agency and paying annual fees, a licensed adoption agency must:
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Create a statement of purpose
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Maintain policies for its personnel, adoption services and fees
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Appoint a qualified executive director
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Form a board of directors
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Have professional liability insurance
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Run a quality improvement program for its services
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Report its hours of operation to the state
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Be inspected at least once a year
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Develop an annual budget and maintain sufficient savings
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Undergo an annual audit
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And more
These adoption agency licensing requirements are designed to ensure transparency and accountability. When you work with a licensed adoption agency in Colorado, you can trust that every aspect of your adoption journey is handled with professionalism and care.
Working With a Licensed Adoption Agency in Colorado
As a licensed national adoption agency, we can facilitate adoptions across the country. If an expectant parent in another state chooses you as her baby’s adoptive family, we can facilitate adoptions across the country. You can feel confident that we meet the highest standards because each state reviews our operations at least once a year.
In addition to being a licensed national agency, we are licensed at the state level in Colorado. This means we can provide all the services you need, including your home study. Individual counties can have their own sets of regulations for home studies. We are well-versed in these requirements and can ensure that everything is in compliance with state and county standards.
By choosing to work with us, you can benefit from our extensive experience and comprehensive services. We have three office locations in Colorado that you can visit:
Denver
1-800-ADOPTION
Colorado Springs
1-800-ADOPTION
Arvada
1-800-ADOPTION
Start the Adoption Process
Licensed adoption agencies benefit everyone involved in the adoption process. They support and guide hopeful adoptive families, ensure the safety and well-being of adopted children and protect birth parents’ rights. If you are ready to begin your adoption journey with a licensed adoption agency in Colorado, you can contact us online or call 1-800-ADOPTION. We look forward to supporting you every step of the way.
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