Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is foster parenting?

2. How do I know if foster parenting is right for me and my family?

3. What is the foster parents’ role?

4. How long will the child stay in my home?

5. What if I want to adopt a child?

6. How long will I wait before a child comes to live with me?

7. May I choose the child I want?

8. Will the birth parents know where I live?

9. Do I need to be married to be a foster parent?  Can I be divorced and be a foster parent?

10. What about if I rent my home?

11. Am I too old to be a foster parent?

12. Can I be a foster parent if I am working?

13. Does the child have to have his or her own bedroom?

14. Who pays for the child’s living expenses?

15. Do foster children have medical insurance?

16. Is other support available?

17. May I take my foster child to church or synagogue with me?

18. Will I ever get to see the children again?

19. Why do I need to take classes before foster parenting?  I know how to raise children.

20. What can I expect when the home finder visits my home?

21. What safety requirements does my home have to meet?