We Are:
Childplace is a not-for-profit, licensed child-placing agency (LCPA) that is dedicated to giving hope to families and children. Historically, Childplace has served expectant parents and birth families throughout Indiana and Kentucky. Childplace has facilitated nearly 350 adoptions since our establishment in 1981. Today, Childplace serves grandparents and stepparents seeking to adopt and prospective adoptive parents in need of a home study assessment ad post-placement services.
We Believe:
We believe that every person has inherent worth and value. At Childplace, our clients are treated with respect and compassion. Our staff is professionally trained and we aspire to provide education and high-quality services to adoptive families. It is our desire to walk alongside our clients and empower them to create a plan that is uniquely designed with the best interest of the child in mind.
Your Adoption Journey Starts Here
Why Choose Childplace for Adoption in Indiana
At Childplace, we believe every child deserves a loving, stable home—and every adoptive family deserves compassion, honesty, and guidance throughout the process. As a licensed child-placing agency (LCPA) in Indiana, we provide trusted, ethical adoption services designed to ensure safety, transparency, and lifelong family success.
Whether you are seeking a private adoption home study or are in need of a stepparent or grandparent criminal history background check, our experienced team is here to walk with you every step of the way. We help families across Indiana navigate the legal, emotional, and practical aspects of adoption with confidence and care.
Post-Placement and Lifelong Support
Adoption is a lifelong journey. After placement, we continue to support you through:
- Required post-placement visits and supervision
- Counseling and support groups for adoptive families
- Educational resources to strengthen attachment and family adjustment
- Referrals for adoption-competent therapy and community resources
Our goal is to help every family—and every child—thrive long after the adoption is finalized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Timing varies depending on documentation, visits, and approvals, but our staff will help you stay on track and informed.
Our primary focus is domestic adoption within Indiana, including home studies and post-placement supervision.
We remain involved through post-placement visits, support groups, and counseling referrals to help your family adjust and thrive.
Yes. Indiana law allows adoption by single individuals and married couples. Our team will walk you through eligibility and next steps.
Begin Your Adoption Journey with Childplace
Starting the adoption process can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Our team has decades of experience helping Indiana families open their homes and hearts to children in need.
Here’s how to get started:
- Schedule a consultation to learn more about adoption through Childplace.
- Begin your application and home study with our support and guidance.
- Participate in adoption education and training to prepare for lifelong family success.
- Complete placement and post-placement steps with our ongoing care and supervision.
Every adoption begins with one step of courage—and Childplace is honored to walk beside you on that journey.
Support Every Step of the Way
“Once the processes started, we knew we had made the right decision. Our social worker was a God send. She answered all questions and fears that we had and made the process very painless and easy...God had a hand in directing us to Childplace and we will forever be grateful to them for all the hard work and dedication they put into what they do. Without [Childplace] we would not have the family we have today and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”
- Ed & Jackie, Adoptive Parents