I
understand that Spaulding for Children finds loving homes
for abused and neglected children, including those with physical,
mental or emotional disabilities, older children, minority
children and sibling groups.
Yes
No
I
am at least 22 years of age.
Yes
No
The
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services requires
that all parents be at least 22 years of age.
I
am a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the United
States of America.
Yes
No
The
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services requires
that all parents be legal residents of the United States of
America.
I
live in or near Corpus Christi, Texas, USA.
Yes
No
Spaulding
for Children's social workers serve families who live within
a 60-mile radius of Corpus Christi. If you live in another
area and would like to become a foster or adoptive parent,
contact your state's protective services office.
If
married, my spouse and I have been married for at least two
years.
Yes
No
The
Texas Department of Family
and Protective
Services requires that all married parents be married for
at least 2 years before they are eligible to adopt.
I
am willing to provide personal references, proof of income,
proof of insurance and other required information.
Yes
No
The Texas Department of
Family
and Protective Services
requires this information.
I
understand that successfully completing Spaulding for Children's
adoption preparation
classes and home
study process is required before I can adopt a child.
Yes
No
The Texas Department of
Family
and Protective Services
requires this training and study.