FOSTER PARENTING

FOSTER PARENTING

How it’s done

Basic requirements of a foster parent usually include:

Completion of an application for family home license.

Background check, criminal history check and fingerprinting of each adult member of the household.

Family stability.

Home inspection and personal interview.

Character references.

Minimum age of applicant is usually 21.

Pre-service training before obtaining certification.

Requirements may differ by state. Contact the Children Services department in your county for more information.

Columbiana County: (330) 424-7781

Lawrence County: (724) 658-2558

Mahoning County: (330) 941-8888

Mercer County: (724) 662-2703

Trumbull County: (330) 372-2010

Source: Children Services departments, www.nfpainc.org/content/