What is the difference between General Foster Care and Treatment Foster Care?

General Foster Care provides temporary homes and care for children who have been removed from their families due to safety concerns. Treatment Foster Care is designed for children with higher medical, emotional, or behavioral needs, requiring specialized training, higher levels of support, and additional resources for foster parents.

Can I adopt through foster care?

Yes, through General Foster Care/Adoption, the primary goal of foster care is reunification with birth families. However, when children cannot safely return home, foster parents are often given the opportunity to adopt them.

What is Respite Foster Care, and how does it work?

Respite Foster Care involves providing short-term, temporary care for children—often over a weekend or a few days—to give primary foster parents or birth families a short break. It is a flexible option for individuals interested in fostering without taking on full-time placements.

What does fostering a teenager involve?

Fostering Teens focuses on mentoring older youth, helping them navigate adolescence, build life skills, and prepare for independence and adulthood in a stable, supportive environment.

Where can I find additional tools and information for foster parents?

You can explore the Fostering Resources page to access guides, support services, training information, and tools designed to help both prospective and current foster families.