The foster care system is overflowing with children, toddlers, and infants of all ages who desperately need foster parents willing to care for them. Some of these children have become permanent wards of the state and are awaiting an adoptive family, while others are temporarily in the foster care system while awaiting reunification with their … Read moreDo I Have to Be Married & Own My Home to Foster?
You have a burning desire to make a difference by raising a foster child but you have doubts about it. Maybe you feel that you earn a modest income and it won’t be enough to be a foster parent. Or your relatives and friends put doubts in your mind based on how well they know … Read moreMyths That Keep You From Becoming a Foster Parent
There are many people who want to foster a child. However, they have no idea what steps to take or what is expected of them. Here are some of the things that a person must know before becoming a foster parent. The Facts The children in foster care range from birth to 21. Their care can … Read moreI Want to be a Foster Parent in Kansas
If you have decided to foster children who need a good home, that is great news. However, be prepared that not everyone is going to be happy for you. Your extended family might question your motives and reasonings. Some may even try to convince you not to foster a child. Fostering a child can be … Read moreTips to Introduce Your Children to Foster Children
As a foster parent, you are responsible for a child at all times. However, there are going to be times when you need to do something that prevents you from watching him or her. Unlike your biological children, your parents may not be willing to watch your foster child even for a few hours. Respite … Read moreWhat is Respite Foster Care?
Many people one daydream of having a child to care for, with a large number hoping to foster those most in need. However, some are often left wondering whether or not they would qualify to become a foster parent without a partner. Can you foster a child as a single parent? As with any question … Read moreAre You Able to Foster Children as a Single Parent?
Foster Parents are Not Paid If you are considering becoming a foster parent, you may wonder if you are provided any compensation for your services. It’s heard by many people that others are “fostering for money” or provide a foster home “for additional income for their family”. Instead, there is a monthly tax reimbursement. This … Read moreFoster Parents Do Not Get Paid – But Do Get Monthly Tax Reimbursement
If you are considering becoming a foster parent, you might have a number of questions. Specifically, you might have questions about age limits for fostering. The good news is that Kansas’ foster care system has clear guidelines when it comes to age requirements and limits. How Old Do I Need to Be to Be a Foster … Read moreWhat Are the Age Limits for Fostering?
Fostering a child might sound like a daunting task for prospective foster parents; where do you even start? It can seem overwhelming at times, but the process is actually somewhat simple. The first step is to receive a foster care license. Most states in the U.S. requires a foster parent to have one, including Kansas. So, how … Read moreGetting Your Foster Care License in Kansas