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Step 3: The Family Assessment
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2006-01-13 12:46
A family assessment, also called a "home study", is the process that helps us find stable families for children who are in need of a temporary family. Most of the information gathered comes from one-on-one interviews with a caseworker who will visit your home.
This part of the process to become a foster parent takes about 6 to 8 months. Here are some of the areas covered in the family assessment:
*Social history, background and values
*Problem solving and communication skills
*Parenting skills and family preparation
*Children
*Family system and family support network
*Financial stability
*Religious background
Once your assessment is approved, you will be eligible to have a foster child placed in your home.
