What types of kids are waiting to be placed in foster care?
Children of all ages, origins, ethnicity and backgrounds are waiting to be fostered. Some of the children are toddlers. Others are teenagers. A portion may need extra attention. However, they share one common thread. All of these children need a loving family and a place to call home. We are particulary needing parents who: • can stay at home to care for infants and preschool children; • are interested in teaching independent living skills to adolescents or; • can care for children with medical needs or mental retardation. • Does it cost a lot of money to be a foster parent? Answer: NO! Foster parents receive monthly compensation per child and: • The child or children are totally covered for medical and dental services. • Help with recreational and educational activities is available. • You receive free specialized training from experienced clinical staff. • What types of people are foster parents? Answer: Everyday people just like you are fostering children You DO NOT need to be rich
