Who can be a foster parent?
-At least 21 years old
-Any race, ethnicity, religion, or gender
-Couples or singles
-Homeowners or renters
-Any education level
-Parents of young children, school-age children, or grown children or adults that have never been a parent before
-Ability to provide a safe environment where trust and confidence can grow
-Can mentor biological families who have abused or ne
glected a child
-Flexible
-Functions well as part of a team
-Non-judgemental
-Willingness to learn to care for children with special needs
FosterHope carefully screens and trains all applicants to ensure that a child will have a safe and nurturing environment. How to become a foster parent?
-Call 866-590-8220 to receive more information
-Attend an orientation meeting to learn more about foster parenting
-Complete the following requirements to become screened, trained, and licensed
* Criminal background check
* 28 hours of training
* Physical and/or psychological evaluation
* Home inspection to insure that the environment can support a foster child
* Home study assessment
* Interview process with licensing specialist
Financial Support
-Medicaid pays for the child's medical, dental, vision, and counseling expenses
-FosterHope parents receive
*A monthly per diem for room, board and some other expenses
*Free initial and annual training, including CPR and first aid
*Access to behavioral support, crisis intervention and emergency respite 24/7/365
*Mileage reimbursements for child transportation to certain destinations
