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Adoption Services - Dakota County Social Services

14955 Galaxie Avenue West, Apple Valley, MN 55124

Eligibility

Residents of Dakota County

Required documents

Application/registration form proof of address proof of household income

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call for application and appointment

Fees

Vary

Service area

Dakota County, MN

Description

Provides home studies to prospective families being considered for adoption. The county handles adoptive home studies for children with significant special needs because of impairment due to emotional, behavioral, developmental, medical, or physical conditions. Home studies are also conducted for adoption of children with siblings and children with a high risk of developing special needs due to a traumatic past.

Last Assured

12/29/2025

Providing organization

Dakota County Social Services

Promotes, protects, and preserves the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities in Dakota County