Really Helpful Information for Foster Parents

  • Foster child with a heart on her chest Becoming a Foster Parent in Virginia: Essential Criteria
    Now more than ever, there is a need for foster parents in Virginia due to the increasing number of children placed in state care. As of 2022, there are over 5,000 children…
  • a young couple looking stressed while going over their finances Financial Instability and Foster Care in Virginia
    Addressing financial instability is paramount to improving outcomes for foster children and families in Virginia. By recognizing vulnerable families and communities' unique…
  • Foster mother hugging a child The Role of Foster Parents in the Reunification Process
    As a potential foster parent, your role in the coming-together process is crucial. It's vital to notice and appreciate the effort kids and their families put in to get back…
  • Foster care adoption blue gradient concept icon Everything About the Foster Care Application Process in Virginia
    Virginia's foster care application process involves multiple steps, from meeting eligibility requirements to undergoing training, assessments, and ongoing support. By following…
  • four Kids holding up 2022 in numbers on a yellow background AFCARS Report 2022 -Updated May 9th 2024
    The AFCARS report, which includes the most up-to-date data as of May 2024 compiled by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) under the Department of Health and Human…
  • Two fathers and Two foster children Preparing Your Home for Foster Parenting in Virginia
    Preparing your home for foster parenting in Virginia requires careful attention to detail. It's about making the space safe and creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for…
  • Portrait of happy parents with their adoptive children smiling at camera while resting together in living room at home Comprehensive Guide to Becoming a Foster Parent in Virginia
    Becoming a foster parent in Virginia is a step-by-step process. You'll work with the state's Department of Social Services. It's important because you'll help kids who need…
  • Children hands holding a small red heart. Ongoing Foster Care Support Resources and Services in Virginia
    Introduction to Ongoing Training and Support for Foster Parents in Virginia Ongoing training (also known as in-service training) is a requirement for Virginia foster parents. You…
  • Foster child playing Ginger with a foster mom Calculating Foster Care Rates in Virginia: How Payments Are Calculated
    Introduction to Foster Care Payments in Virginia The Department of Social Services (DSS) calculates foster care rates in Virginia. Foster care rates determine the monthly, annual…
  • Foster child eating lunch in a green jacket Adoption Costs in Virginia: What to Expect
    The United States foster care system serves over 600,000 children annually. Between 2012 and 2021, public child welfare agencies managed the adoption of only 50,000-66,000 of…
  • Foster Father and child in his arms kissing 2023 Virginia Foster Care Statistics and Trends
    Virginia's foster care system remains an integral yet complex part of the state's social fabric. It's a crucial safety net for vulnerable children. So, the system's performance,…
  • Yellow road sign with foster care and Adoption pointing left and right All About Adoption from Foster Care
    Did you know that over 125,000 children in the United States are waiting to be adopted from foster care? With such a staggering number, you might wonder: How can I make a…
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