Child Foster Care Licensing - Douglas County Social Services
Resource Name:Child Foster Care Licensing - Douglas County Social Services
address
809 Elm Street, Suite 1186, Alexandria, MN 56308
Eligibility
Residents of Douglas County
Required documents
Application/intake form
background study
proof of address
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
(844)204-0012
Voice
·Toll-Free
(320)762-3814
Voice
·Intake
Application process
Call for appointment or to speak with the licensing intake worker
Fees
None to apply for licensure but a fee may be incurred with the criminal background check or State Fire Marshall inspection
Service area
Douglas County, MN
Provides general information and licensing for individuals interested in becoming a child foster care provider for children. Training and support are provided for foster care providers for temporary, short-term care, long-term care, and respite care.
Last Assured
09/15/2026
Providing organization
Douglas County Social Services
The county human services providing services for foster care licensing, adult mental health, substance use services, senior and veteran services, children and families, economic assistance programs, and the protection of vulnerable individuals.