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1. Who can become a foster parent?

Persons who:

Are married or single

Are at least 21-years of age

Have their own source of income from employment or benefits.

Can provide a safe and healthy home.

Have enough living space to care for a child either in a home or apartment.

Are willing to work with an agency, a child's family, school and others.

Are able to help child cope with separation from his/her family and with the effects of abuse and neglect.

Are able to let go when the time comes.

Have a felony and violence free criminal check

Be willing to transport to appointments.

2. Are there different kinds of foster homes?

Yes, they are:

Emergency Homes - Three homes carry a pager and are on-call for ten days each month. These homes provide short-term placements, usually a few hours to maybe a few weeks.

Regular Foster Homes - Take in children who may need longer care, or cover occasional back-up for Emergency Homes. These homes may make stipulations regarding the children they take into their homes.

Ages 0-3 Friendly Homes - Must be able to provide full-time care for an infant/toddler in your home.

Teen Friendly Homes - Must be able to provide care for the special needs of a teenager.

3. What would some of my responsibilities be as a foster parent?

Provide a positive and supportive environment for emotionally disturbed children.

Tend to the child's daily living needs which can include grooming, hygiene needs, care of clothing.

Provide general home management with cooking, housekeeping, nutritious meal planning, etc.

Use personal experience and knowledge, follow treatment plans, and have correspondence with Human Services staff and other professionals to meet those needs.