In New York State private individuals MAY NOT facilitate an adoption. Only an Authorized agency can place children for adoption. When an agency study is obtained, the clients have an increased chance in receiving an agency referral for the adoption of a child. Agencies are better equipped to serve their clients with more internal resources, services and referrals. Adoption S.T.A.R. has several certified social workers on staff, in addition to many experienced and dedicated board members and volunteers.
Agencies often use an educational approach when conducting a home study.
Often they offer workshops during the home study process. These workshops allow the clients to become familiar with various adoption options and issues surrounding adoption. Post adoption support. Agencies are equipped to handle post adoption issues that arise after the adoption of a child. Sometimes issues arise, as a child gets older.