Adoption Resources
Adoption Resources
Free Community Resource
At Loretta.cc, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, loving, and permanent family. We proudly provide free adoption resources and referrals to help individuals and families connect with trusted agencies, public programs, and community organizations throughout Los Angeles County.
Whether you are just beginning to explore adoption or looking for post-adoption support, our goal is to make reliable information easier to find and connect families with organizations that can help.
All referrals are provided free of charge. Loretta.cc does not receive referral fees, commissions, or compensation from any agency or organization.
Who We Help
We welcome inquiries from:
Families interested in adoption
Foster parents considering foster-to-adopt
Relative and kinship caregivers
Stepparents exploring adoption
Grandparents and extended family members
Individuals seeking adoption information
Families looking for post-adoption support
Los Angeles County Adoption Resources
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
Los Angeles County's Resource Family Approval (RFA) Program provides information and support for families interested in adopting children from foster care. The county offers orientation, training, home assessments, and ongoing support for approved resource families.
Services include:
Adoption orientation
Foster-to-adopt information
Resource Family Approval (RFA)
Relative and kinship adoption guidance
Financial assistance information
Adoption support services
Post-adoption resources
For assistance:
Foster & Adoption Recruitment: (888) 811-1121
DCFS Caregiver Warmline: (877) 323-7165
Santa Clarita Valley Adoption Resources
Families living in Santa Clarita, Valencia, Newhall, Canyon Country, Saugus, Castaic, and Stevenson Ranch can access adoption services through Los Angeles County DCFS and licensed adoption agencies serving the Santa Clarita Valley.
Available resources may include:
Adoption education
Foster-to-adopt programs
Relative and stepparent adoption information
Parenting education
Family counseling referrals
Community support groups
Child and family resources
Antelope Valley Adoption Resources
Residents of Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Littlerock, Lake Los Angeles, Rosamond, and surrounding Antelope Valley communities have access to adoption information and referral services through Los Angeles County programs and licensed adoption providers serving the region.
Available resources include:
Adoption information
Foster-to-adopt opportunities
Kinship caregiver support
Family support services
Parenting resources
Youth services
Community referrals
Adoption Education
Families considering adoption are encouraged to learn about the different paths to adoption, which may include:
Adoption from foster care
Relative (kinship) adoption
Stepparent adoption
Infant adoption through licensed agencies
Independent adoption with legal assistance
International adoption (through accredited providers)
Every family's journey is unique. Learning about the available options can help you make informed decisions that are best for your family and the child.
Post-Adoption Support
Many families benefit from continued support after an adoption is finalized. Community resources may include:
Parent support groups
Family counseling
Child behavioral services
Educational advocacy
Regional Center referrals
Mental health services
Financial assistance information
Community organizations serving adoptive families
Helpful Family Resources
Additional community services may include:
Parenting classes
Family Resource Centers
Children's mental health services
Special education information
Early childhood resources
Health and wellness referrals
Food and housing assistance
Youth mentoring programs
Our Commitment
Loretta.cc is committed to helping families access reliable educational information and trusted community referrals.
We believe that every child deserves love, stability, and the opportunity to thrive, and every family deserves access to trustworthy resources while navigating the adoption process.
Loretta.cc is an independent community resource. We are not an adoption agency, foster care agency, law firm, or government organization.
We do not provide adoption placement services or legal advice. We simply offer free educational information and referrals to help families connect with trusted organizations and community support.