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Family Services of NW PA - Permanency Services: Adoption

5100 Peach Street, Second Floor, Erie, PA 16509

On public transportation route.

Eligibility

To become a potential adoptive parent, applicants must be at least 21 years old, pass a physical examination, provide proof of financial stability, and pass a home inspection. If married, applicants must have been married for two years. All applicants are also screened through the Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Childline, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Hours

Office hours may vary by location
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Application process

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Fees

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Service area

Crawford, PA
Erie, PA

Description

Provides a variety of child placement services for both children and families, including adoption searches, child profiles, child preparation, home studies, and post-permanency services. As an affiliate of the Statewide Adoption Network (SWAN), FSNWPA recruits and assesses families who wish to adopt children available through any Office of Children and Youth agency in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Children available for adoption are typically age 6 or older and may have a history of physical abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect. They may also have medical or educational limitations or emotional problems.

Providing organization

Family Services of NW PA

Offers a comprehensive continuum of care and high quality programs and services designed to strengthen the lives of children and families. Programming is organized by Counseling, Permanency, and Community Supports.