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Foster Care Information - Fillmore County Community Services - Social Services

902 Houston Street NW, Suite 1, Preston, MN 55965

Eligibility
Licensed adult foster care providers must meet minimum licensing standards: must reside in Fillmore 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 Fillmore County
Required documents
Department of Human Services Application Form #0250
Hours
Office hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Languages
English, Spanish
Interpretation services
In-person interpreters, telephone interpreters, translator services, multilingual print materials
Application process
Call for information
Fees
None to apply for licensure, but a fee may be incurred with the criminal background check or State Fire Marshall inspection
Service area
Fillmore County, MN

Other Information

Languages

  • Spanish
Fillmore County Community Services (Social Services) provides general information and licensing for persons interested in becoming foster care providers. Also provides training and support for foster care providers on emergency, short-term and long-term placement. This office also provides temporary foster care when it best serves the interest of the child or vulnerable adult. The County also recruits and trains foster homes and monitors foster care for the safety of the individual.
Last Assured
01/13/2022
Providing organization
Fillmore County Community Services - Social Services
Fillmore County Community Services (Human Services) provide services for the social and income maintenance needs of Fillmore County residents