Adoption Resource Library

The Adoption Resource Library is a lending library for adoptive parents.  The library includes resources such as books, pamphlets and videos regarding adoption related issues.  For information regarding library resources, check out procedures or suggestions for the library, please contact Post Adoption Support Services or send an e-mail to Chris Foell.

Adoption Information and Referral

This service is for those families who experience challenges after post-finalization and don't know who to call for information or for help. OKDHS is committed to helping sustain families created by adoption. The goal is to provide parents with information or to connect them to services before they reach a crisis level. Please contact Post Adoption Support Services.

Oklahoma Respite Resource Network (Respite Care)

Adoptive parents who have adopted a child through OKDHS can be eligible to receive respite care vouchers to assist with paying for child care. Respite is the temporary short-term relief for families and caregivers who need a break from the responsibilities of caring for a child with special needs. Households with income under $45,000 per year will be eligible to receive vouchers of $400 per year per household. Households with income over $45,000 but less than $60,000 per year will be eligible to receive vouchers of $300 per year per household. Application is made through the Oklahoma Areawide Services Information System OASIS Web site (Link opens in new window).