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Press release from Washington County:
April 12, 2021
Licensing information for potential child foster care providers in Washington County is available May 6.
An informational meeting for those interested in foster care in Washington County is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 6, through a Webex presentation.
For those who decide to become licensed to provide foster care, the licensing process begins at no cost to them. Several foster care options are offered:
for children needing a temporary place to live; placements vary in length. for teenagers. respite program, giving a family a needed break by caring for children and teenagers with or without disabilities for a few days or a weekend. In addition to meeting state licensing requirements, foster families should be able to provide a stable family atmosphere in adequate housing, and love and support for the children or adults in their care.
Before families can be licensed, they must undergo a thorough screening process, which includes an extensive background check.
For additional information, questions, or to register, call 651-430-8307 or email [email protected]. Also, see the Washington County website at www.co.washington.mn.us and search "foster care licensing."
This press release was produced by Washington County. The views expressed here are the author's own.
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