Our Services

At Common Sense, we are driven by a deep understanding of the complexities and emotions surrounding adoption and foster care. Through our four key service areas, we provide unwavering support and guidance to individuals and families in Central PA on their unique journeys.

We approach each service area with compassion, honesty, and a deep belief that every child deserves a safe and nurturing home.

Adoption Services in Mechanicsburg, PA

Our adoption services connect prospective adoptive parents with children in need of loving homes, fostering lasting bonds and creating families filled with love.

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Foster Care Services in Mechanicsburg, PA

In foster care, we work closely with dedicated individuals who open their hearts and homes to children in temporary care, providing stability and nurturing relationships.

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Support for Birth Parents in Mechanicsburg, PA

Our birth parent adoption services support and empower birth parents, ensuring they have the resources, guidance, and choice to make the best decisions for their child’s future.

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Adoption Consulting in Mechanicsburg, PA

Our adoption consulting services serve as a trusted source of knowledge and expertise, providing valuable insights and guidance to families navigating the complex world of adoption.

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We honor the diversity of families and situations we serve, recognizing that every family is unique and deserving of love and support.

Supporting Families Across Central Pennsylvania

With a focus on providing personalized services, we strive to support families within a one-hour driving distance from our office in Mechanicsburg. We serve families in Cumberland, Dauphin, York, Adams, Franklin, Huntington, Perry, Juniata, Mifflin, Centre, Lebanon, and Lancaster Counties. If you live farther away but there are no other adoption or foster care agencies available to you, we can discuss options for providing service to you. Contact us for more information.

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Your Guide to Navigating Adoption and Foster Care

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“We knew we wanted to start our family but had no idea how complex the process could be. The staff and leadership at Common Sense put our minds at ease and helped us navigate the system with great professionalism and honesty.”

— Craig & Lisa H.

“Going through the adoption process was completely new to us. Navigating something we were unfamiliar with during a high-stress time in our lives was stressful. The team at Common Sense Adoption Services walked alongside us the entire way. They truly cared about us, and it showed.”

— Brian & Nikki C.

“Common Sense is an agency that cares about building families and providing loving environments for kids whether it is for just a few weeks or their forever home. Our family would not be what it is today without them!”

— Scott & Dawn H.

“One of the most difficult parts of becoming a foster parent is taking that first step, but from the first phone call with Common Sense, we knew we would be in good hands. Our experience has been nothing short of exceptional. Through every step of our journey, we’ve always felt supported by a team whose compassion and knowledge shines through their work!”

— Ryan & Cheyenne B.

“Being a foster parent is both challenging and rewarding. The support and guidance from Common Sense has helped us tremendously and has given us the confidence to keep our home open. The staff is always ready and willing to help, and because of that we are extremely thankful, and proud to be with Common Sense.”

— Karlin & Caleb P.

“Common Sense Adoption & Foster Care was so easy to work with, and made the process of not only fostering, but adopting from foster care simple. We felt their love and support throughout the entire 2+ year process, through the hard, the sad, and even the happy. They were there helping and guiding us every step of the way. We’d choose them again and again!”

— Ryan & Amanda W.