Adoption subsidies are available for children with special needs. Below we have outlined information related to definitions of special needs, benefits available, and procedures in your state. Below is information on the Medicaid benefits available for state-funded children. Parents can receive payment or reimbursement for certain nonrecurring adoption expenses directly related to the finalization of an adoption. Below are the allowed expenses and the limit per child.
Expenses directly related to the adoption of a special needs child are eligible for reimbursement.
Expenses for family counseling prior to adoption or for renovations to the home to meet the needs of a handicapped child are not reimbursable. A child does not have to be Title IV-E eligible for an adoptive family to be eligible for reimbursement of nonrecurring costs. Family income is not a factor in determining eligibility for reimbursement. Families adopting through private agencies are eligible. International adoptions are not eligible.