How to Become Foster Parents in Kansas

Becoming a foster parent is a great gift to children in need. If you are dedicated to getting licensed as a foster parent in Kansas, you must follow certain steps. You must work closely with the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services and pay attention to all details to ensure licensing.

Instructions

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      Discuss the possibility of becoming a foster parent with your family. Make sure everyone is on board and dedicated to having a foster child share your home. Realize that a lot of the children in the system have suffered abuse in varying forms. You must be ready to cope with the emotions that may arise.

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      Contact the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services. You will be working closely with them to ensure your home is qualified to be licensed. You must be 18 years old to become a foster parent in Kansas. You must also have adequate space in your home to house another child, as well as the financial means to support your current family.

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      Research local foster care agencies. In Kansas, the state deals with licensing and requirements, but placement and training are done through private organizations. Try to find an organization with which you feel comfortable, ideally one that offers an extensive training program.

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      Fulfill all requirements asked of you by the state and placement agency. Complete all applications and paperwork entirely. Your family will need to have medical exams. The adults in the home will also need to pass criminal background checks to make sure the placed child will be safe.

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      Attend all training provided to you by the placement agency. The training not only allows you to become familiar with guidelines, but also teaches you how to deal with different children's emotions and behaviors. They will talk about disciplining a foster child and the main eventual goal, which is usually reunification with her biological parents. The state of Kansas also mandates first-aid training for foster parents.

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      After licensing, you are eligible to receive a placement in your home. You will need to re-certify your license every decade.

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