• Applicants are required to be eighteen years of age or older.
• Applicants must complete orientation and additional required trainings.
• A complete home assessment is required to assess space, maintenance, safety considerations, approved sleeping arrangements and other household requirements.
• A social history assessment and interviews will be completed for all household members, including children and significant others.
• Applicants are required to submit legal documentation, including but not limited to social security cards, birth certificates, marriage licenses/divorce decrees, pet documentation, etc.
• The medical, mental and emotional health and substance use history of each household member will be assessed, including but not limited to the submission of medical and mental health clearances.
• A minimum of three unrelated references are required for each applicant.
• A financial assessment is required to assess the financial stability of the home, including but not limited to completing a financial worksheet, and the submission of utility bills and legal income verification.
• A background check is completed for each applicant, including, but not limited to a criminal clearance, fingerprinting, Central Registry clearance, etc. Police, court and probation discharge records are required if applicable. Additional clearances are completed for other household members.
• An assessment of any previous foster care, day care or adult foster care licenses held or applied for and to assess previous adoption assessments.
• Home visits are completed on a regular basis until the assessment process is completed.
