Adoptive Parent Services | Cradle, The

2049 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201

Eligibility

Open to those of a minimum age of 25; For Agency Assisted and Domestic adoptions, adoptive parents must be 47 years old or younger

Required documents

Varies by service

Application process

Call, email, or visit website for information

Fees

Varies by service; Financial assistance available

Service area

IL

Description

Provides services to couples and singles in all three programs:

- Agency Assisted Adoption: Includes home study and collaborating with another agency to place through the partnering agency.

- General Domestic Adoption Program: Includes home study and placement of infants, also offer the Sayers Center program which seeks to find homes for African American babies and promote adoption awareness within the African American community.

- Intercountry Program: Includes home study and working with another agency internationally.

Provides guidance and support during periods of match and placement. Conducts post placement visits and reporting in accordance with the placing state or country's requirements.

Providing organization

Cradle, The

Offers adoptive parent services, pregnancy options counseling, and more.