MCCC Children's Foster Care Who Can Be One

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Who Can Be a Foster Parent?

Foster Parents come from a variety of backgrounds. They can be:

Single, married, or divorced
Men or women
They can be as young as 21, or retired seniors
They can choose to stay at home with the children, or retain outside employment
A resident or American citizen

Foster parent candidates must participate in background checks, provide references, have adequate space for the foster child, and provide an income that meets the needs of the family. Home ownership, employment, income, race, and age should not be considered a deterrent to those considering becoming a Therapeutic Foster Parent or Foster Parent.

Successful foster parents have the ability to love and care for a child; provide a safe and structured home environment. They are also, patient, flexible, and have a sense of humor.