Prospective foster parents must be at least 21 years of age, possess a
valid driver's license, demonstrate financial and emotional stability,
and have child abuse and criminal security clearances. They
must attend an orientation and ongoing training once approved.
Yes. Foster children range in age from infancy through adolescence.
Foster families inform the agency of their desired age group and sex of
the child. The average age of children in placement is 9 years old.
The agency pays a daily rate for each foster child and pays for
clothing, medical and dental needs. Foster families also receive
mileage reimbursement when transporting children to appointments.
No. However, children who are 5 years of age or older may not share the
same bedroom with a member of the opposite sex. Additionally, the
number of children living in any foster family is limited to six
children which includes the foster families own children.
Yes. The agency always tries to place foster children in their home
school district and in foster homes which are best suited to meet their
particular needs.
If the primary goal of reunification cannot be achieved then permanent
placement is pursued. Foster parent can be given the option to adopt
foster children when the agency seeks an alternate plan.
