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Q. Who Can Be a Foster Parent?

From Carrie Craft,
Your Guide to Adoption / Foster Care.
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A. Almost anyone can foster! You can be:
  • single
  • retired
  • gay
  • any race or religion

You don't have to be:

  • rich - just show proof of your income to demonstrate that you can care for the family you have now.
  • own your own home
  • be a stay-at-home parent

Every state has its own requirements for foster parents. Some might include bedroom sizes, safety standards for the home, and/or number of children allowed in the home.

Find more information about your state's requirements including contact information for foster care.

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