Family Services of NW PA is a licensed adoption and foster care agency with a strong commitment to Strengthening Families and Transforming Lives. We know that foster families come in all shapes and sizes and believe children of all ages need a stable, loving family.
Foster Care Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must be physically and mentally able to care for children and be free from communicable diseases.
- Must be able to obtain Child Abuse, Criminal and FBI clearances.
- Must be able to complete required trainings.
- Must be able to prove that you are financially stable.
BECOME A FOSTER PARENT
To learn more about Foster Care Services at Family Services of NW PA, check out the video below.
MYTH: "I'm too old to be a foster parent."
TRUTH: You're never too old to make a difference in a child's life. We welcome all people 21 years of age and older to apply.
MYTH: "I can't be a foster parent because I don't have a giant house."
MYTH: "We can't be foster parents, we already have children of our own."
MYTH: "I can't be a foster parent, it would break my heart to give a child back."
MYTH: "If I am a foster parent, I won't be able to work or have a social life."
MYTH: "I'm a single gay male, there's no way I can become a foster parent."
MYTH: "I can't afford to be a foster parent."
