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GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIAHUMAN CARE AGREEMENT CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS RECORD FAMILY BASED FOSTER CARE SERVICES STATUTORY AND REGULATORY AUTHORITY D.C. Code section 2354.06, authorizes

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1. Gather all necessary documents such as identification, proof of income, and background checks.
2. Contact your local Department of Children and Families (DCF) or an approved agency to express your interest in becoming a family-based foster care provider.
3. Attend an orientation session or training provided by the DCF or agency.
4. Complete the required application forms, providing accurate and detailed information about your household, family members, and living environment.
5. Undergo a home study evaluation, which includes visits from a social worker who will assess your suitability to provide foster care.
6. Attend any additional training or counseling sessions that may be required.
7. Provide references from non-family members who can vouch for your character and ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for a foster child.
8. Participate in interviews with social workers to discuss your motivations, expectations, and ability to meet the needs of a foster child.
9. Await the approval process, which may involve further background checks, verification of information, and evaluations.
10. Once approved, work with the DCF or agency to identify a foster child that would be a good match for your family and home.
11. Provide ongoing support, love, and care for the foster child while maintaining regular communication and cooperation with the DCF or agency.

Who needs family based foster care?

1. Family-based foster care is needed for children who are unable to live with their biological parents due to various reasons such as abuse, neglect, or the parents' inability to provide a safe and stable environment.
2. These children may have experienced trauma or difficult circumstances that require them to be placed in a loving and supportive foster family.
3. They may have behavioral or emotional challenges that need to be addressed through therapy and consistent care.
4. Family-based foster care provides a temporary home for these children, allowing them to receive the care, stability, and love they need while their parents work towards resolving the issues that led to their removal.
5. It offers an opportunity for children to experience a nurturing family environment and develop healthy relationships with caregiver(s) who can meet their physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
6. Ultimately, the goal of family-based foster care is to promote the well-being and reunification of the child with their biological family whenever possible, or to find a permanent alternative if reunification is not feasible.

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What is family based foster care?

Family based foster care is a type of foster care where a child is placed with a family member or someone with a close relationship to the child.

Who is required to file family based foster care?

Family members or individuals with a close relationship to the child who are willing to provide care for the child are required to file for family based foster care.

How to fill out family based foster care?

To fill out family based foster care, individuals need to submit an application form, provide necessary documentation, undergo background checks, and participate in home visits.

What is the purpose of family based foster care?

The purpose of family based foster care is to provide a safe and stable environment for children who are unable to live with their biological parents.

What information must be reported on family based foster care?

Information such as the relationship to the child, living situation, background checks, and ability to provide care for the child must be reported on family based foster care.