What is a home study?

A home study is a key component of the adoption process in Washington. It is an in-depth evaluation of the adoptive family that is conducted by a social worker. As part of the home study, the social worker will interview the prospective parents and review a number of documents related to the adopting family, such as financial records, employment documents, and medical records. The social worker may also visit the family’s home to assess the living conditions and interact with the family in their natural setting. The purpose of the home study is to determine the readiness of the adopting family to provide a safe and healthy home for a child. Additionally, the home study examines the family’s capacity to provide financially for a child, as well as to make sure the parents are emotionally and physically capable of caring for the child. In Washington, the home study process must be completed before any adoption can be finalized. The home study process typically takes several months to complete.

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