Adoption Services in Shelbyville
Adoption Assistance has a dedicated local presence in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Nestled between Louisville and Lexington along the I-64 corridor, Shelbyville is home to one of our adoption specialists who serves families in Shelby County and the surrounding communities.
Your Local Adoption Specialist
Lesley Scott
Adoption Specialist, Shelbyville & Surrounding Areas
Lesley Scott lives right here in Shelbyville and provides adoption services to families in Shelby County and the neighboring communities. Her local presence means she understands the fabric of this close-knit community and can offer truly personalized support.
Shelbyville's location between Louisville and Lexington makes it a wonderful place to raise a family, and Lesley is passionate about helping local families grow through adoption. She is available for in-person meetings, home studies, and ongoing support right here in the area.
From your first conversation about adoption through placement and beyond, Lesley provides the kind of personal, caring guidance that makes all the difference during this life-changing experience.

Adoption Services Available
Domestic Adoption
Adopt a newborn born in the United States. Our team works with expectant mothers throughout Kentucky and nationwide to match Shelbyville families with children who need loving homes.
Learn More →International Adoption
Welcome a child from another country into your Shelby County home. We provide complete international adoption services, guiding families through every requirement from paperwork to travel.
Learn More →Embryo Adoption
Adopt frozen embryos and experience pregnancy while building your family through adoption. This unique path to parenthood is available to families in Shelbyville and throughout Kentucky.
Learn More →Why Choose Adoption Assistance in Shelbyville?
A Neighbor You Can Trust
Lesley lives in Shelbyville and is part of your community. Having a local specialist means face-to-face meetings, quick responses, and someone who genuinely knows the area.
Close to Our Louisville Office
Shelbyville is just 30 minutes from our Louisville headquarters, giving you easy access to our full administrative team, Executive Director Julie Erwin, and additional resources when needed.
Small-Town Care, Big-Agency Resources
You get the warmth and personal attention of a local specialist combined with the resources and experience of an agency that has been operating for over 25 years across three states.
Every Step, Right Here
From your first phone call through your home study, placement, and post-adoption support, you can complete the entire process with local, in-person guidance from Lesley and our team.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Contact us today to learn more about adoption services in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Lesley and the entire Adoption Assistance team are here to help you build your family.
Adoption Assistance, Inc. | 173 Sears Ave #267, Louisville, KY 40207