Foster Parent Resources and Frequently Asked Questions
Click the link button above to view all DCS Polices and Procedures. Foster home policies are located in Chapter 16. Use the filter on the Policies and Procedures page to quickly navigate to Chapter 16.
Eating Disorders 101 (1 hour training credit) (complete form to receive credit)
Management of Food Allergy in the School Setting
Working with Children Who Have Diabetes (1-hour training credit)
Post-approval training held quarterly (view the post-approval calendar for upcoming offerings):
-Creating Teachable Moments
-Helping Children Make Transitions
-Loving and Letting Go
Support Services for Youth in Transition
Coalition for Children, Youth & Families: Preparing Children for Transitions
DCS Talks: Transitioning to Adulthood with Tristen Slough (0.5-hour training credit)
Helping Your Child Transition from Foster Care to Adoption
Helping Youth Transition to Adulthood
How Foster Parents Can Help Smooth Adoption Transitions
12 Ways to Make Foster Kids Feel Welcome
Right Time Video: Transitions (1-hour training credit; select title from dropdown)