Georgia Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• At least one adult in the household must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must have the financial ability to support your household without the reimbursement from being a foster parent.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check including local, state and federal.
• Must not have a Child Protective Services history.
• Must not appear on the Sex Offender Registry.
• Must meet minimum health and safety requirements and have the physical space to allow a child or youth to have their own bed and ample space to store their belongings.

Qualified foster parents are also:

• Single, married, same-sex couples of any race or religion. 
• In good physical and mental health.
• Able to demonstrate financial security. 
• Able to clear a background study and provide positive references. 
• Willing to complete a home study to ensure a healthy environment.
• Willing to participate in training before fostering and during the time as a foster parent. Training is provided at no cost.