Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is involved with becoming a foster parent?
• Be at least 21 years of age, a legal US resident, and have sufficient income to manage your household; • Submit to checks through BCII, FBI, your local sheriff’s department, Abuse/Neglect Central Registry, and the Bureau of Motor Vehicle (these costs are reimbursed to you); • Participate with a Home Study completed by the agency Social Worker, to include narratives regarding individuals, environment, references, finances, motivation, etc. • Obtain a fire inspection of your home, a safety audit, a well-water check; • Obtain medical statements for each member of the household; • Provide 4 references and proof of residency in the state of Ohio; • Submit copies of current driver’s license, auto/home/renter insurance, vaccinations of pets; and • Complete 36 hours of initial training (we will reimburse you for your time spent at training once you are certified). After you have been certified, there are requirements that will need to be maintained and/or updated every two years in order to
