Adoption Agencies, Information, and Resources in Tampa

Our use of the terms “putting up” or “giving up” does not reflect how we feel about adoptive placement. These terms remain the most widely used search terms for those who are considering adoption for their baby, and we wish to reach all who seek this important information.

Helpful Resources When Considering Adoption in Tampa, Florida

This page provides adoption information to those who live in Tampa, Florida or in the Hillsborough County region. If you are considering giving your baby up for adoption, we have gathered information about Pregnancy Resource Centers/Crisis Pregnancy Centers to assist you to confirm your pregnancy, clinics where you may get prenatal care, and a list of hospitals with birthing centers.

For those in Hillsborough County who wish to adopt a baby, further below on this page you will find home study agency resources and helpful information to assist you with the adoption process.

Additional resources for expectant mothers and prospective adoptive parents in other areas throughout the state of Florida may be found on our Florida adoption information page.

Pregnancy Resource Centers in Tampa and Hillsborough County, Florida

Pregnancy Resource Centers, sometimes also called “Crisis Pregnancy Centers” are usually not-for-profit clinics where expectant parents may seek assistance to confirm a pregnancy and review and discuss available options. Many Pregnancy Resource Centers are not staffed by medical personnel, and do not distribute contraceptives. Most are affiliated with pro-life organizations, so encourage parenting or adoption, however not all have religious affiliation.

• A Women’s Place Clinic
• Bay Area Pregnancy Center
• Choices Women’s Center
• Foundations of Life Pregnancy Center
• Oasis Pregnancy Center

Pregnancy Clinics in Tampa and Hillsborough County, Florida

Pregnancy Clinics are staffed by medical personnel and can address most aspects of prenatal care and family planning. They are able to perform STD and cancer screenings (pap smears, and sometimes mammograms), and can prescribe and distribute contraceptives. There are several providers of affordable prenatal care in Tampa or the Hillsborough County area:

• Hillsborough County Health Care Plan
• Suncoast Community Health Centers
• Tampa Family Health Centers

Information about health coverage for pregnancy care that is available for women in Florida with limited financial resources is provided at Florida Health.

Hospitals Serving Tampa, Florida

Prospective adoptive parents and expectant mothers may wish to communicate with medical professionals about hospital plans or have other inquiries. The hospitals in Tampa and the Hillsborough County region that offer birthing centers are:

• Adventist Health
• St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital
• Tampa General Hospital

Completing the Home Study in Tampa and Hillsborough County, Florida

The home study is one of the most important parts of every adoption process. The purpose of a home study is to assess the suitability and capability of prospective Adoptive Parents to receive a child into their home. There are certain Adoption Home Study Requirements for each state. The process generally includes collection of information with questions about family history, health and financial information, and personal background. Check out the List of Expected Adoption Home Study Questions on our page. Here are some home study providers licensed to conduct home studies for those who live in the Tampa and the Hillsborough County area:

Advocates for Children and Families
800-348-0467
The well-being of children is our priority, and our mission is to provide assistance to people creating new family relationships through adoption.

Connecting Hearts Adoption Services
407-733-8642
Connecting Hearts has been helping people become parents through adoption in Florida since 2008.

Destiny Adoption Services
727-202-8966
It’s our privilege to support and guide birth parents and adoptive families on the journey of adoption. We’re a state licensed nonprofit adoption agency with four decades of adoption experience.

Heart of Adoptions
800-462-3678
We provide professional home studies for families residing in Florida. Adoptive families enjoy the advantages of using our agency for their home study needs: typically transferable, speed of service, and affordable pricing.

Hope for Families
772-429-3334
For 17 years, Hope for Families Adoption Services has been a state licensed child placing adoption agency and is one of the largest home study providers in all of Florida.

Become A Foster Parent In Tampa, Florida

Those who wish to make a difference in the life of a child that is a dependent of the foster care system in the Hillsborough County or the surrounding region may do so by contacting the Florida adoption information page as well as the site for Florida Department of Social Services or one of the licensed agencies listed below:

• Eckerd Connects
• A Door of Hope Tampa Bay
• A Kid’s Place of Tampa Bay
• Families First of Florida
• The MENTOR Network

County Court

The final step in the legal adoption process is finalization through court action. If your adoption is to finalize in Tampa or Hillsborough County, Florida, information about the process may be obtained by contacting the Family Law Clerk’s Office.