Adoption Agencies, Information, and Resources in Richmond

View Waiting Families

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 Richmond, Virginia

This page provides information to those who are considering adoption and live in or near to Richmond, Virginia. If you are thinking about 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 Richmond, Virginia region 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 throughout the commonwealth of Virginia may be found on our Virginia adoption information page.

Pregnancy Resource Centers in Richmond, Virginia

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. Most Pregnancy Resource Centers are not staffed by medical personnel, and do not distribute contraceptives. Many are affiliated with pro-life organizations, so encourage parenting or adoption, however not all have religious affiliation. The Pregnancy Resource Centers providing assistance in or near Richmond, Virginia are:

Pregnancy Clinics and Low Cost Clinics in Richmond, Virginia

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. Clinics located in or near to Richmond, Virginia that provide prenatal care are:

In addition, information about prenatal care through Medicaid that is available in Virginia to women with limited financial resources may be found at Cover Virginia.

Hospitals in Richmond, Virginia

Prospective adoptive parents and expectant mothers may wish to communicate with medical professionals about hospital plans during the time of baby’s birth, or have other inquiries. The hospitals with birthing centers serving the Richmond, Virginia region are:

Completing the Home Study in Richmond, Virginia

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. Some of the home study providers licensed to conduct home studies for those who live in the Richmond, Virginia region are:

Adoptions Together
(301) 439-2900
Adoptions Together Home Studies allow you to start your home study online simply and securely without the hassle of mailing most documents to your social worker. Learn how our adoption home studies can make the adoption process easier, faster and safer.

Commonwealth Catholic Charities
(804) 285-5900
We offer adoptive family counseling and education, birth parent counseling and support, home studies, international placement agency partnerships, post-placement visits, adoption finalization services, and post-adoption counseling and support.

The Datz Foundation
(703) 242-8800
The home study is the basic document which enables you to adopt  a child. Since its inception, the Datz Foundation has completed thousands of home studies for families living in VA, DC, and MD.

Become a Foster Parent in Richmond, Virginia

Those who wish to make a difference in the life of a child that is a dependent of the foster care system in or near to Richmond, Virginia may do so by contacting the Virginia Department of Social Services or one of the licensed agencies listed below.

Court Information

To complete the adoption process through court action, once all legal requirements are satisfied, a finalization hearing may be scheduled. If you would like to learn about the adoption laws in Virginia, check out our Adoption Laws by State page. Contact the Richmond Juvenile and Domestic Relations and District Court for information regarding adoption filings for the Richmond, Virginia region.

Available 24/7 to Answer Your Adoption Questions

We're here to help.

Get your Free Adoption Packet

Or call us at
1-800-FOR-ADOPT(367-2367)