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Foster Plus agencies help kids, teens and young adults who need extra support by connecting them with care that’s a step up from traditional foster care.
When you foster through your local Foster Plus agency, you’ll be a bridge for a kid in need, providing care and support at a critical moment in their life journey and guiding them toward a healthier future. You can also become a relief parent, supporting foster kids and families by providing care just a day or two at a time.
This form of foster care is not intended to lead to adoption or a long-term commitment but instead to the young person’s next step, whether it’s a return to their biological family, placement in a traditional foster care home or adoption out of foster care. Typically, kids stay with families for six months to two years.
The need in Oregon is great — and you’ll have the support you need to make this commitment.
Most of the kids Foster Plus agencies serve have experienced trauma and disruption in their lives, which is why foster families receive extra training in providing specialized care.
The kids, teens and young adults:
To foster with a Foster Plus agency, you must meet the following basic requirements:
Local agencies may have additional requirements beyond those listed here. Contact your local agency to learn more.
Foster Plus agencies provide foster parents a stipend starting at $1,400/month. The stipend varies among agencies and based on the needs of each kid. It’s used to cover costs such as food, transportation, clothing, utility bills and activities.
Yes. All families must go through a certification process before qualifying. Training is an important part of this process, and you’ll receive specialized training to make sure you’re ready to address the young person’s specific needs. Download our information sheet to learn more about the training and support you'll receive.
The placement process is a team effort, and your local agency's staff will work to understand which young people will be the best fit for your family. During the certification process, your certifier will work with you to determine your strengths, helping to ensure a successful match with each placement.
Support staff are available around the clock to help you with any issues that may arise. You’ll receive a list of contacts and are encouraged to reach out any time. In addition, you’ll receive specialized training to help you address a number of specific situations.
The certification process usually takes between six weeks and four months, but this can vary among local agencies. Download our information sheet to learn more.