Episode 6: How does Extra Special Parents partner with the DSS?
In this episode, Richard Kingswell, CEO of FosterVA and Extra Special Parents (ESPVA), shares how his agencies collaborate with Virginia’s Department of Social Services (DSS) across 133 jurisdictions to ensure children find safety, stability, and the right match for their needs.
More videos about Foster Care and Adoption
-
Episode 12: The Future of Foster Care and Adoption in VirginiaIn this final episode of the first Kingswell Conversations series, CEO Richard Kingswell from FosterVA and Extra Special Parents looks ahead and shares his thoughts on the…
-
How much do foster parents get paid in Virginia?Foster parents in Virginia are not paid a salary but receive a tax-free monthly maintenance stipend to cover the cost of raising a child. Payments are based on the…
-
What reasons can disqualify you from becoming a foster parent?In Virginia, factors that can disqualify you from fostering or adopting include failing required training or income standards, having health or character concerns,…