These adoptions are reviewed for the suitability of the adoptive parents and the separation from the natural parents. Fees are normally charged for the preparation of the adoption reports. Parental placement adoptions will require a home study prior to the consent to the adoption. Arrangements have to be made with a private agency for this service. Adoption is a legal process requiring the filing of a petition in the Circuit Court.
Most families do require the assistance of an attorney.
North Stafford residents are served at the Brafferton Square Professional Center, Rt. The Rappahannock Area Community Services Board participates with many insurance plans, has financial assistance available based on an ability to pay scale, and will not refuse service because of inability to pay. For more information call 373-3223. Walk in application hours are Tuesday and Thursday 11 am - 2 pm. To promote homeownership,CVHC administers the Single Family Regional Loan Fund, a mortgage loan program for low income families.