| We Care Families - Kentucky Foster Care & Family Services |
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Be a Foster Parent |
| The Process of Becoming a Foster Parent |
| Before placing a child in your home, federal and
state law requires that your home be certified by We Care . From beginning
to end, We Care will be at your side to answer questions and equip
you for the wonderful journey of foster care. 1. Applications and Orientation An application will be completed that includes information about your family members, family history and the reasons you want to be a parent. You can acquire this application and other information on our contact page. The orientation is an informal meeting for you to learn the process, ask questions and decide if foster parenting is right for your family. 2. Foster Parent Training If you have decided foster care is right for your family, you will attend nine 3-hour sessions over the course of the next couple of months. Model Approaches to Partnership in Parenting (MAPP) training is designed to assist potential parents and the staff of We Care mutually assess the applicants’ competencies needed for a successful foster care experience. This is a nationally renowned program that will enhance your life and your family. All parents are required to attend CPR/First Aid and De-escalation trainings. 3. At-Home Consultation We Care will schedule a time to meet with you and your family in your home. We will make sure your home passes basic fire and health inspections and provides a suitable environment for children in the foster care system. This is not a high-pressure situation and you will be informed of all the requirements during training. 4. Certification At this stage you will make a decision about the number, ages, and behaviors of the children that you feel you can successfully accept into your family and you become approved to take children into your home. 5. Placement Once you are certified you will begin to receive children into your home at your discretion. When you receive a call from We Care and discuss a particular child, you will have an opportunity to review their history and ask questions. You are under no obligation to take a child you do not believe is right for your family. |
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