Birth Parent Adoption:

Finding the Right Home for Your Child

We know that making the decision to place your child for adoption is monumental. At Common Sense, we understand the depth of love, courage, and selflessness that goes into such a choice. Rest assured, our compassionate and experienced professionals are here to support you in a confidential and understanding manner. We are ready to listen, explore possibilities, and guide you through this journey with utmost care.

Our goal is to help you find an adoptive family who will provide the loving home and bright future that you dream of for your child.

There is no greater gift that can be bestowed upon a child than a family.

Confidential Conversations

Fostering Trust & Exploring Possibilities

Your journey of considering adoption is deeply personal, and we respect and honor that. Our caring professionals are committed to offering a safe and confidential space for you to discuss your thoughts, concerns, and hopes. Through open and honest conversations, we will explore the various possibilities available to you, ensuring that your wishes and desires are at the forefront of every decision made.

Creating Your Ideal Arrangement

Balancing Privacy & Openness

We understand that the level of openness in an adoption arrangement can vary for each parent. Rest assured, we will work closely with you to create a personalized adoption plan that aligns perfectly with your preferences. Whether you envision a private and discreet arrangement or desire a more open connection with the adoptive family, we are here to make it happen. Your child’s well-being and your peace of mind are always our top priority.

Finding the Perfect Match

The Right Family for Your Child

Understanding your deep love and dreams for your child, we are committed to facilitating the process of finding an adoptive family who will provide the utmost love, care, and support. Our experienced team will carefully evaluate and guide you through the selection process, ensuring that the prospective families meet your expectations and share your aspirations for your child’s future. Together, we will create the best possible environment for your child to flourish and thrive.

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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.

“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.