Foster Parents in Delaware

• can be single, married, divorced or widowed
• rent or own their home
• are at least 21 years of age
• attend a 3 hour Information Session
• participate in 27 hours of pre-service training
• pass a criminal background check and fingerprint screening
• are of all races and religions
• pass home, health, and safety studies
• are economically stable
• provide references

The Process

1. First Contact
2. Information Session
3. Application
4. Pre-Service Training
5. Home Assessment
6. Certification
7. Placement

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For More Information

General Information:	302-633-2657
Office Phone Numbers:	New Castle County  302-451-2800 Kent County            302-739-4800 Sussex County        302-422-1400
Email:	DSCYF_FosterCare@delaware.gov

Persons interested in providing foster care for a private agency should follow the links below for additional information.

• A Better Chance for Our Children
• Cayuga Centers
• Child Inc.
• Children and Families First
• Children's Choice
• Pressley Ridge
• Progressive Life Center