Post Adoption Resource Centers
Support for Adoptive and Guardianship Families
Welcome to PARC
Regions 5 & 6
Michigan’s Post Adoption Resource Centers, known as PARCs, have a fitting name. Adoption is a lifelong journey, and every family’s path includes its own mix of connection, growth, change, and challenge. At times, the way forward may feel uncertain, exhausting, or lonely. PARC supports adoptive and guardianship families along the way, whether they are navigating everyday questions or more challenging times. Through it all, we’re here, and you’re not alone.
Whether you have a quick question, are searching for a resource, or need more ongoing help, our team is ready to listen. Support can range from a phone conversation to weekly or biweekly in-home services.
Judson Center’s PARCs provide adoption-focused, trauma-informed assistance shaped by what matters most to your family. Our services are parent-led, so you help identify your priorities and decide what kind of support will be most helpful.
Service Area
Every county in Michigan is served by a PARC. The counties in our regions are listed below. Please contact the PARC office in your county for assistance.
Region 5
Counties Served:
Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Eaton, Hillsdale, Ingham, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe,
St. Joseph, Washtenaw
Region 6
Counties Served:
Genesee, Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac, St. Clair, Tuscola
Additional Counties
Visit the MDHHS Post-Adoption Resource Center page to locate a Michigan PARC program in another county
Eligibility
All adoptive families are welcome to contact us with questions, join our support groups, or attend our training opportunities.
To receive case management or prevention services, your child(ren) must be 21 years old or younger and meet one of the following criteria:
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Adopted from Michigan’s foster care system
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Adopted in Michigan through direct consent or placement
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Adopted internationally by a Michigan family
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Placed in subsidized guardianship through Michigan’s foster care system
Youth and families must require supportive services to ensure their ongoing stability as a family unit, and the adoption/s must be finalized.
Children whose adoptive placements are under supervision are ineligible for additional services.
