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Become A Foster Parent

Become a Foster Parent

Change A Life,

Foster A Child!


General Qualifications & Steps to a Foster Career:

21+ Mature Individuals Single | Married | Civil Union
Driver License & Insurance Rent (must have landlord approval) | Own
DCFS Fingerprinting DCFS Home Study | Family Interview | Reference Checks
Adequate Supervision Plan for Working Foster Parents UCP Seguin training | DCFS PRIDE training
Compliance with DCFS 402 Licensing Standards Drug Screening
Complete Adult, Infant and Child CPR, First Aid and Safety Care for Families Pass a Physical Examination

Apply To Become A Foster Parent

Applicant Information
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First Name *
Last Name *
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First Name
Last Name
Country
Address Line 1 *
Address Line 2
City *
State/Province *
Postal Code *
Current Marital Status
I have a Social Security or valid ITIN number
Home Information
If less than 5 years, answer next question
Type of residence
I own my home
I rent and my landlord would approve of foster children in my residence
Family Information
One or more of the children have specialized needs
Other adults reside in my home
Vehicle Information
I own a vehicle, drive, have a valid Illinois driver's license, and automobile insurance
If married, do both have above?
Experience
I am currently licensed as a foster parent
I am not currently licensed, but I have fostered before
List the years in which you were licensed
I currently have children placed in my home
I have fostered children other than the ones listed above
I have fostered children with specialized needs
I have completed Foster Parent Pride
I have a certificate
Employment Information
I am able to provide proof of income in the form of 3 recent pay stubs and tax information from the previous year
State number of years
I am able to provide proof of income in the form of 3 recent pay stubs and tax information from the previous year
I pay my own utility bills (lights, gas, etc)
I am able to provide a copy of them
They must be in your name
Additional Information
My household is vaccinated against COVID-19
The age range that I'm most interested in fostering is:
Check all that apply
I'd be open to fostering:
Check all that apply
Disclaimer And Signature

I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

If this application leads to acceptance as a foster parent at UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my release.

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First Name *
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Last Name *
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When asked what do you like best about the CFC Program, Foster Parents responded:

 

“The staff cares about the children in their homes."
 “There is strong communication.”
 “The staff are friendly and helpful to the kids.”
 “Fantastic team and supports for the kid’s happiness.”

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