Foster Parenting

Clermont County is Looking for More Foster Homes.  Visit our ClermontForKids website for more info.

The purpose of Foster Parenting is to create an environment for healing.

Foster Parents

• Are over 18 years of age
• Are in good physical and emotional health
• Meet state and federal guidelines for housing safety, space and equipment

Foster Parents

• Regularly participate in training so they can provide the best possible care that will meet the unique needs of the children.
• Have skillls, attitude and stamina to effectively deal with the many behaviors and feelings displayed by the children.

Foster Parents responsibility

• Accept into your family and home children who have been abused or neglected.
• Provide food, clothing, shelter, nurturance, love, structure and supervision.
• Recognize and respond to the unique needs of these children and their families.
• Receive the practical/emotional rewards of contributing to the well being of these children.
• Have a non-punitive attitude and demonstrate some level of acceptance toward the parents of these children
• Work cooperatively with the representatives of Children s Protective Services.
• Be accepting of the temporary nature of foster care and can help a child move back into his or her family, an adoptive home or other suitable placement.

Human Services Responsibility

• Reimburse foster parents for a childs room, board and clothing
• Arrange for medical and dental care
• Provide supervision, support and case management services

How to Become a Foster Parent

• Call 732-7765 and speak with Trina for additional information.
• Attend our orientation meeting and learn more about our specific programs.
• Start your training and home study now