Library: Policy

340:110-5-38. Subsequent adoptive placements

Revised 6-1-06

The adoption agency (agency) ensures that before a subsequent placement is made into the adoptive family, the adoptive family assessment is current within 12 months prior to the date of placement of the child. The adoptive family assessment for a subsequent placement meets all the requirements in this Part, and documents:

(1) one family interview in the home with all household members present;
(2) one face-to-face interview with each adoptive parent, school-age child, and other adult household members;
(3) medical examination reports for all members of the household current within one year;
(4) at least three references from persons who have known the family since the last child was adopted;
(5) updated financial information, including employment, income, and financial obligations;
(6) access to health care services; and
(7) criminal and Child Welfare background checks.