Licensing information for potential child foster care providers available Sept. 2

Posted 8/11/21

An informational meeting for those interested in foster care in Washington County is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept 2, through a Webex presentation. For those who decide to become licensed to provide …

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Licensing information for potential child foster care providers available Sept. 2

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An informational meeting for those interested in foster care in Washington County is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept 2, through a Webex presentation.

For those who decide to become licensed to provide foster care, the licensing process begins at no cost to them. Several foster care options are offered:

• for children needing a temporary place to live; placements vary in length.

• for teenagers.

• respite program, giving a family a needed break by caring for children and teenagers with or without disabilities for a few days or a weekend.

In addition to meeting state licensing requirements, foster families should be able to provide a stable family atmosphere in adequate housing, and love and support for the children or adults in their care. Before families can be licensed, they must undergo a thorough screening process, which includes an extensive background check.

For additional information, questions, or to register, call 651-430-8307 or email [email protected] Also, see the Washington County website at www.co.washington. mn.us and search “foster care licensing.”