Applying for the Adoption Support Program

How do I apply for adoption support? 

1.  You can apply through the caseworker of the child you plan on adopting. The caseworker will:
   1. Provide you with the documents you will need to fill out and return to the caseworker which includes:
      1. DCYF Form 09-997: Adoption Support Worksheet,
      2. DCYF Form 09-998: Application for the Adoption Support Program, and
      3. The first two pages of your most recently filed IRS 1040
   2. Gather and complete the rest of the required documentation; and
   3. Submit your completed application.  
2. If the child does not have an assigned caseworker, you can apply directly to the adoption support program. Please contact the Adoption Support Program to get application materials.

What are the requirements when applying for ongoing adoption support? 

1. The application must include the following:
   1. Provided by the caseworker:
      1. DCYF Form 13-041 & DCYF 13-041A Family Genetic and Medical History
      2. Copies of any agency records or current medical or therapist reports documenting the child's physical, mental, developmental, cognitive, emotional disability, or risk of such disability
      3. A copy of the family’s preplacement report or home study completed by the department, an agency, or an individual approved by the court
      4. The child or youth’s birth certificate, or other documents verifying their citizenship  
      5. Verification of the child or youth’s social security number  
      6. DCYF Form 10-061 Child’s Registration
      7. DCYF Form 10-547 Adoption Support Limitation Letter
      8. Documentation verifying the child or youth is legally free 
   2.  Provided by the adoptive parents:
      1. DCYF Form 09-997 Adoption Support Worksheet
      2. DCYF Form 09-998 Application for the Adoption Support Program
      3. Most recently filed IRS 1040