Foster Care Services - Winona County Health and Human Services - Human Service Division
Winona County 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.
Last assured
05/18/2022
Physical Address
202 West Third Street, Winona, MN 55987
Hours
Office hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Application process
Call for information; licensing information is also found on the Winona County website
Fee
None to apply for licensure, but a fee may be incurred with the criminal background check or State Fire Marshall inspection
Eligibility
Licensed adult foster care providers must meet minimum licensing standards: must reside in Winona 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; vulnerable children and adults
Languages
Thai
Spanish
Somali
Laotian
Korean
Hmong
French
English
American Sign Language
Service area
Winona County, MN
Agency info
Winona County Health and Human Services - Human Service Division
Winona County Human Services Division provides services to support the safety and well being of people in the county.