Ohio

BECOME A NYAP FOSTER PARENT
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Ohio foster parent general qualifications & requirements:
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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May be single, married or co-parent(s)
- Must be able to provide a safe, loving and nurturing home
- Must be in good physical and mental health
- Must have adequate space in home for additional children
- Must have sufficient income and be financially stable
- Must be willing to support connections between children and their parents and support reunification
- Complete application provided by NYAP
- Complete 36 hours of preservice training
- Complete CPR and First Aid
- Complete and clear all required criminal, children services and driving background checks – required for all adult household members
- Provide personal references, including three non-related, one relative and all adult children
- Must have a physical exam and medical statement completed by an approved healthcare provider
- Complete home study assessment, including interviews with all household members, home safety inspection, fire inspection and additional required paperwork that will be identified during the home study process
- Must meet all ODJFS & NYAP foster home licensing requirements