Folsom Foster Care Adoption Lawyer
Let Our Firm Provide the Support You Deserve
If you have ever wanted to have children or add to your family through the joy of parenting, we are willing to bet that your expectations did not include years of unsuccessful fertility treatments or the inability to conceive a child. We also bet that you did not anticipate that you would have to fight to become a parent right here in California, where you have made your family and your home. Regrettably, our world does not discriminate when it comes to heartbreak and loss. Over 100,000 U.S. children are waiting to be adopted from foster care, with more being added each day. The good news is that you are in a fantastic position to help give one of these youth a loving family and a safe place to call home. The laws in California even help make it easier for families to do so when compared to other states.
Attempting to navigate the foster care adoption system in California is likely to leave you with more questions than answers, and we want to help. Our Sacramento foster care adoption attorney will assist you in completing the foster care adoption process as efficiently as possible so that you can enjoy the benefits of your loving, new family unit. We invite you to contact our firm as soon as you are ready to begin working towards making your dream of being a parent come true with a free case review.
What to Expect From the Foster Care Adoption Process
Becoming a foster or adoptive parent can be difficult, but with a clear understanding of the process you’ll need to go through, and the proper support of trained professionals that can guide you through that path, it may be simpler than you think.
In the U.S., the average time for a child to be in foster care is less than two years, and more than half of the children in foster care are adopted by their foster families. In addition to the satisfaction of making a positive difference in a child’s life, becoming a foster parent can come with a variety of benefits. Many foster programs provide financial and educational resources to support the child, and foster parents themselves can often receive financial aid to help them raise the child. Eligible foster parents can also adopt a child who is in their care without going through the sometimes long adoption process. Ready to get started? Download our infographic to learn more about how you can help a
Once you decide to move forward with foster care adoption, you will then be required to:
- Attend an “orientation” — This meeting is a way for you to gain a better understanding of what foster care is and to help you determine if the requirements of being a foster parent are something that you can manage. Topics discussed during orientation include the process of becoming a foster parent, the children who are part of the system, the tools that are available to support you, and the pay that you can expect as it is based upon the child’s family of origin category and placement of the child.
- Complete an application and home study — If you decide that you want to be a foster parent, you will then complete an application with the goal of being accepted into the foster care program. The approval process can take as long as six months and will include the completion of a home study and background check to determine if you are eligible to adopt a foster child in the United States.
- Receive your foster care license — Once you have been approved, you will be required to complete the training program that is meant to prepare you to parent a foster child so that you can become certified to receive a foster child.
- Look for a match — Finally, once you are approved to receive a foster child, you can begin looking for your child.
Given the involvement of an array of agencies and professionals, the foster adoption process can at times feel a bit overwhelming. The Law Office of Tiffany L. Andrews, P.C. is here to help you! Working with our team ensures that you will never feel in over your head.
Work With a Skilled & Compassionate Foster Parent Attorney
Whether you are a foster care worker, a current foster parent, or a caseworker looking to support a family through adoption, you probably have questions about working with an adoption law group. The Law Office of Tiffany L. Andrews, P.C., is dedicated to helping you find answers, and working with a network of knowledgeable professionals is key to producing positive outcomes for everyone involved. Approaching foster adoptions in this manner allows each party to focus on the work he or she does best, and in the end, the child is very much “a winner.” Reach out and let us help you and your loved ones navigate the ins and outs of the foster care adoption process.
For more information, we invite you to contact us at (916) 794-4576 today!
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“Fantastic Service & Professionalism”
Tiffany Andrews did a great job in advising & helping me thru an extremely difficult time. Her professionalism, humanity, and understanding were beyond what I could ever hope for. Couldn't ask for a better lawyer, simply the Best !!!!! Impressive skills & wonderful down to earth person to speak to as well as being tough enough to get things done. I would recommend Tiffany Andrews to anyone and she will also be the first person I contact for any further needs !!!!!!- Jayna W -
“The Best Lawyer”
- William
Tiffany L Andrews has to be one of the best lawyers you can find. Tiffany is the most caring person that I have met in a while she is always looking after your best interest. Tiffany always keeps you informed either by phone or Email. I have had questions on my case Saturday and got answers by Saturday night. I have learned if you trust in Tiffany your case will be done excellently. -
“Excellent Process and Assistance”
I'd like to thank Tiffany for her advice. I've been divorced for over a year and am still trying to collect on the settlement agreement. I had a question about the legal interest and if it's collectible and she said definitely! as long as the judgment doesn't preclude it. She was extremely helpful - also offering other remedies to assist in the collection of the funds. I would definitely call her again if I need more help.- Previous Client -
“Divorce & Separation Advice Session”
Miss Tiffany Andrews gave me the advice that I needed during those 30 minutes, and it was very helpful. She is sharp, quick, a good listener and stays to the point, and keeps the discussion within the context of high priority items.- Previous Client -
“Kindness and Generosity”
I can not thank me Andrews and her team enough for the kindness and generosity they showed me throughout one of the most difficult things I’ve had to deal with in my life. My head was spinning after months of googling and weighing my options while searching for a lawyer to handle my case. I imagine like most in the working class you may be afraid that you will make the mistake and hire the wrong lawyer. Wasting all your funds and end up no better off than you were. This was not the case with Tiffany and her team. I made the stupid mistake of going to the first part of my divorce custody case of going at it alone my case was very clear and I trusted the justice system to do what was right. This was not the scenario I faced. The opposition lawyer was able to manipulate everything and knew loopholes that the average person wouldn’t even believe was something that could happen in a court room. I can not stress enough it does not matter what is right and what is wrong you need a lawyer to protect yourself. As far as I’m concerned Tiffany and her team are mericle workers. I went into this thinking “oh great I’m going to be manipulated out of more and more money and I’m going to end up where I started anyway” following Tiffany’s advice I ended up being able to protect myself. From the moment I retained ms Andrews she was there for me literally day and night. I had many questions and issues throughout my case and though I don’t suggest anyone bothering her after business hours there were a few times I felt I needed to contact her and received a response very shortly after. These responses were often reassuring that she had things under control. This is a huge factor for me. Also she was very knowledgeable and always represented herself and myself in good light. I did not want to be vicious and aggressive and she managed to be assertive without being over the top. She was very respectful and I never had the feeling hat things were over my head. She always took the time to explained things to me in a way that I could understand and make well informed decisions. I would and will recommend me Andrews and her team to anyone looking for the best.- Brian -
“Amazing Family Law Attorney!”
I would strongly recommend Mrs. Andrews for any family law issues. She was my attorney for over a year. In that time she was focused and diligent. Not once did any paperwork get rejected for clerical errors. Mrs. Andrews worked tirelessly and made it a point to conduct my case in the most cost-effective manner possible for me.- Chad -
“My experience with the law office of Tiffany Andrews made me believe that I chose the right law office to represent me.”
- Cynthia B.My experience with the law office of Tiffany Andrews made me believe that I chose the right law office to represent me. Tiffany and staff were very professional and yet they made me feel that my best interest is their primary goal. Thank you once again Tiffany and firm!
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“Family Called by CPS”
Was called by CPS for the first time. We were scared, didn't know what to do or say. Didn't have any idea how to handle an unfortunate situation like this. Just because of a false accusation, our lives changed! Called a friend and referred me to Tiffany who's an expert in this kind of situations. Tiffany was there to answer all our questions, gave us advice and cleared our minds. She explained the situation in a manner that we will understand and assured us that everything will be fine. Those were the words that we needed to hear. We followed her advice and Thank God everything went well. Thank you, Tiffany!- Previous Client
