We have chosen Bethany Christian Services as our adoption agency. Here is a breakdown of the costs involved:
1. Preliminary application......................................no charge 2. Formal Application...............................................$550 3. Family Assessment Fee........................................$2,250: due with remaining paperwork 4. Administrative and Case Management Fee......$2,500: due with remaining paperwork 5. Program Retainer Fee...........................................$8,000: due at submission of profile 6. Balance of Retainer Fee........................................$6,000: due 2 months after submission of profile 7. Placement Fee........................................................$10,000: due at placement
Total: $29,300
In addition, there are many unforeseen costs. Some examples are:
1. Birth parental termination and adoptive parent legal expenses 2. Birthparent/Infant Medical care, if applicable 3. Interstate, if applicable......................................................................................................................$1,000 4. Each subsequent Home Study, in event of life change or year without adoption...................$1,000