Foster Change
Starr foster parents are providing much more than food and shelter for a child. Nothing is more critical than giving a child a solid foundation and making an impact that will last generations. Since children often grow up to become just like their parents, your involvement has the potential to change a never-ending cycle. When is the last time you made a decision that would affect hundreds of people decades from now?
Federal law requires that individuals caring for foster children must be licensed in accordance with the rules issued by the state they live. Because Starr provides foster care in Michigan and Ohio, it is important to check with your licensing specialist.
To become a foster parent, you should meet the following criteria:
- be at least 21 years of age
- be able to read, write and speak English or be able to effectively communicate with any child placed in their home
- have adequate income to meet the basic needs of the household
- be free of phsyical, emotional or mental conditions that would endanger a child or seriously impair the ability to care for a child
- have adequate bedroom space
- pass criminal background check
- complete reference check
- complete a home study to assess strengths, skills, behaviors, attitudes and other qualities for dealing with fostering
- attend training
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