Adoption

Pregnant?

If you’re considering adoption, we understand this may be an emotional, overwhelming, and uncertain time.

Looking to Adopt?

We take great pride in our long history and excellent reputation, built upon years of experience placing thousands of children.

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Mental Health Services

We specialize in providing strengths-based, adoption-competent, trauma-informed therapy services to children and caregivers.

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Our Waiting Families

Learn about our families that awaiting the opportunity for adoption.

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Children’s Service Society of Utah (CSS) is Utah’s oldest non-denominational child welfare agency, with a legacy of supporting our community for over 140 years.

Throughout our history, we have walked alongside thousands of birth parents, adoptive families, and adopted children offering compassionate, ethical support throughout every stage of the adoption journey. In recognition of our commitment to integrity and community care, CSS was honored with the Utah Ethical Leadership Award in 2018, celebrating our role as a trusted leader in nonprofit service and ethical adoption practices.

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Filing a Complaint Against an Adoption Agency

If you believe a licensed adoption agency in Utah has violated the law or engaged in misconduct, you have the right to file a complaint with the Utah Office of Licensing.

You may contact them by:

Phone: (801) 538-4242
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Online: Submit a Concern

The Office of Licensing investigates concerns related to rule violations, unlicensed programs, and staff misconduct. Complaints are generally confidential, and anonymous reports are accepted (though anonymous complaints may limit the scope of the investigation.) Complaints are typically investigated within 10 business days of receipt.