Is Foster Parenting Right for Me?

Over 500,000 children are living in foster care in the United States today, approximately 17,000 of those live in Minnesota.

Foster parenting requires understanding, compassion, knowledge, responsibility and collaboration. You are caring for children who must live away from their own families and have established ways of thinking, feeling and behaving based on their personal history. Parenting someone else’s child can be challenging; it can also be very rewarding.

Must Haves of FOSTER PARENTS...

Compassion and patience for children who may have special needs and challenges related to trauma and attachment.
Confidence in parenting skills and a willingness to participate in ongoing parent education.
Ability to be a part of a team with other professional staff.
Willingness to take small steps with children to help them achieve their potential.
Empathy and patience to work with the child’s support team toward permanency.
Ability to comply with state and county regulations regarding children in care.

How Do I Get Started?

Please review the Foster Care Licensing Process and send us a completed Foster Care Applicant Inquire Form if you are interested in becoming a foster parent or simply want to explore this meaningful service.

If you have any questions or require more information please contact us a

(612) 746-8170 or email us at info@familyalternatives.org

Foster Parent Licensing Process

Foster Parent Inquiry Form