Adoptive Parent Qualifications – The prospective parent must meet the following

Adoptive Parent Qualifications – The prospective parent must meet the following criteria: 1. The applicant(s) must be at least twenty-one (21) years old at the time of the application. 2. The applicant can be single or married. 3. Applicant(s) previously divorced must provide documentation of same. 4. Applicant(s) must be financially solvent and must have an adequate household income exclusive of the foster care board payment. 5. Applicant(s) must be a resident of Mississippi for six (6) months. Verification of medical exams completed by a physician certifying each family member has no communicable diseases, specific illnesses, or disabilities which would interfere with the family’s ability to care for children.