One caring adult can change a child’s life. Could it be you? If you're thinking about adoption and want to take the next step, we're here to help. Our Adoption Navigators, who are all adoptive parents, can …

WARNING: The Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) website is property of the State of Michigan (SOM), it contains government and confidential information that is restricted to authorized …

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The Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) is a statewide program dedicated to finding adoptive families for youth in Michigan’s foster care system who are legally free for adoption and do …

Our Family Directory gives families the chance to introduce themselves and share their story with youths’ adoption workers. In this secure, password-protected space, you can include your hobbies, …

MARE Recruitment Consent Page This form must be completed by youths age 9 and up who are being featured for adoption recruitment. Per ADM 710, this form must be updated on MARE annually while …

The Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange is a program of Judson Center and is funded by The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Please create a profile here to place inquiries if you reside outside of Michigan. If you have difficulty with this form, please contact MARE at 800-589-6273 or complete Contact Us form. All fields marked with …

A project to celebrate Michigan youth in foster care who are sharing their stories with potential adoptive families.

Help your foster or adopted child create a Lifebook to explore their story, identity, and emotions. Download free pages and learn how to begin.