You Win

Becoming a foster parent has many rewards. You become a key player in making a positive difference in the life of a child. You also contribute to the healing and reunification of struggling families. Often, foster parents have life-long relationships with their foster children after they return to biological families. Foster parents are recognized each year at an annual Foster Parent Appreciation Event.

In addition, Monroe County has support services for their foster families. A caseworker is assigned to each foster parent, who will guide you through the necessary steps to become and remain certified. Training classes are offered every year on a variety of topics, such as crisis intervention, child development, and sexuality education, which can be very helpful in working with the children in your home.

Also, you will have direct access to doctors and nurses at Starlight Pediatrics who specialize in the physical and emotional needs of this unique population.

Lastly, you will receive a daily board rate, semi-annual clothing allowance, and Medicaid coverage for children in your home. In addition, foster parents are reimbursed for school supplies, diapers for children up to age four, and mileage to appointments, trainings, and the like associated with the children in your home.