Foster Care Recruitment - Houston County Department Of Human Services

304 South Marshall Street , Houston County Courthouse, Caledonia, MN 55921

Eligibility

Licensed adult foster care providers must meet minimum licensing standards: must reside in Houston County in a home that meets fire-safety code; be at least 18 years of age; allow the county or state to complete a criminal history background check on all household members who are 13 years of age or older; provide a physician's statement for all household members stating they are physically able to care for vulnerable adult(s) placed in the home; provide 3 positive references; must have bedroom space available for resident(s) and have an approved fire inspection; complete a home study of the family; and meet required training hours annually; serves Houston County

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

(507) 725-5811 ext. 1308

Voice

https://www.co.houston.mn.us/DHS.aspx

[email protected]

Languages

Somali, Hmong, English, Spanish

Application process

Call for information; must fill out Department of Human Services Application Form #0250

Fees

None to apply for licensure, but a fee may be incurred with the criminal background check or State Fire Marshall inspection

Service area

Houston County, MN

Description

Houston County Department of Human Services offers general information and licensing for persons interested in becoming foster care providers. The county will also provide training and support for foster care providers on emergency, short-term and long-term placements.

What's Here

Foster Parent/Family Recruitment Foster Home Licensing

Providing organization

Houston County Department Of Human Services

The Houston County Department of Human Services administers social services programs for county residents.