INTERESTED IN FOSTER CARE?
Commonly asked questions
Adults aged 21 and older who can provide a safe, stable home and complete required training and clearances may become foster parents. Families of ALL backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The process includes an application, background clearances, required training, a home study, and ongoing support. Our team guides you through each step from start to finish.
Homes are assed for basic safety, including working utilities, safe sleeping arrangements, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and secure storage of medications. A walkthrough of the home is completed as part of the certification process.
Required clearances include FBI fingerprinting, Pennsylvania criminal history, and child abuse history checks for household members, along with physical exams and income verification
Training covers topics such as child development, trauma, cultural competence, child welfare regulations, first aid, mandated reporting, and prudent parenting. Training is provided as part of the certification process.
Yes. Foster Parents receive daily stipend to help offset the cost of caring for a child. Additional support such as clothing vouchers may also be available.
Children in foster care are covered by DHS medical insurance, insurance which is widely accepted. Foster parents may switch a child to their own insurance if desired, with guidance from their case manager.
Foster parents provide daily care and transportation to school, medical appointments, family visits, and extracurricular activities. Support and guidance are given through the placement.
Yes! Feeling nervous or anxious is completely normal. Fostering is a big step, and our team is here to support you through the process.
Children enter foster care during moments of crisis, through no fault of their own. Foster care provides a safe, stable, and nurturing environment while families work toward reunification or a permanent plan
Foster parents, also known as resource parents, play a vital role by offering consistency, care, and support during a child’s most vulnerable time. By opening your home, you help provide stability, reassurance and hope, making a meaningful difference in a child’s life when it matters the most.
Why Foster Care Matters
When you reach out, our team will connect you to answer questions, talk through what fostering looks like, and explain the process that feels comfortable for you. From there, you can decide how and when you'd like to move forward.
Becoming a foster parent starts with a conversation. Whether you're ready to begin or just exploring the idea, we are here to support you and provide guidance as you take your next step.
Next Steps
Reach Out Now!
If you’re interested in learning more about foster care, we’d love to hear from you. You can contact our team by phone or email, and we’d be happy to connect with you, answer any questions, and talk through the next steps.
Resource Coordinators