Differences Between Public and Private Foster Care Agencies
Warning: Gross generalizations are being made. Proceed with caution.

  1. Private adoption agencies usually provide better services.  (Prompter return of phone calls and emails, more personalized attention, etc.)
  2. Home studies are often completed faster at private adoption agencies.
  3. Placements usually happen faster with a private adoption agency.
  4. Private adoption agencies usually provide better post adoption support and support after the adoption.
  5. Public agencies cost less that private adoption agencies.
  6. Depending on your county, private agencies may work with the easier to place children. (Check with your county, since this is not true across the board.)