Becoming a foster parent in PA is an honorable, caring, and selfless act. You give a damaged child a new chance at family life. In an effort to protect the children, before you can become a foster parent, you must prove that you are worthy to take on the responsibility. Each case is individual, so please call us to talk about details; however, there are some umbrella requirements that apply to each applicant:
- Each foster parent must be at least 21 years old
- Foster parents must complete a medical physical
- Foster families must comply with Child Protective Services
These requirements are non-negotiable. So why are there requirements for having a foster child while any person can have a child no matter the above circumstances? It’s simple. Children that need foster care are children that have typically been through a traumatic experience. The child needs a mature, healthy, protective foster parent to provide a home. There’s no room in the foster care world for parents that will continue to cause harm or damage to the child’s life.
In addition to these requirements for foster parents, it’s generally helpful if you additionally have the following characteristics:
- Care about the child!
- Superior supervision skills
- Community and family support
- Stable emotions and health
- Many, many personal qualities that children find comforting
If there’s one thing that’s for sure, it’s that Family Care for Children and Youth appreciates each and every person striving for foster parenthood here in Pennsylvania. Thank you for your love and service.
With experienced, compassionate and dedicated professionals, we'll work with you in order to find the best solutions. Whether you know a child in need of emergency services, or you are looking to provide a home for those in need, call us today!
The mission of Family Care for Children & Youth, Inc. is to be the best social service agency committed to providing an excellent standard of care and culturally competent services while communicating compassion, empathy, and hope for the future.
OUR HAPPY FAMILIES SAY IT ALL
Check out our success stories below
"THEY CARE ABOUT THE CHILDREN AND ARE VERY THOROUGH"
My husband and I always tell people that talk to us about wanting to foster or adopt about our agency. We enjoy working with this agency because the staff not only care about the careful placement of a child but also about us as a family. Our agency is available and quick to respond to us whether we have an emergency or just a question. They care about the children and are very thorough to ensure the children and the foster family are getting what they need.
Alice Cedrone
"WE ENJOY GIVING BACK"
Fostering is very positive experience not only for ourselves but also for the child’s well-being. We enjoy giving back. Providing a loving, nurturing home to a child gives the child an opportunity to have a normal childhood as possible.
Millie Flores
"WE WOULD RECOMMEND FCCY"
Picking FCCY to work with has been the best thing my husband and I could have done. We have had only positive experiences with this agency. The case managers are so good and give you total support as a foster parent. We would recommend FCCY to others looking into foster care.
P. Kyler