Foster Care Services - Winona County Health and Human Services - Human Service Division
202 West Third Street, Winona County Office Building, Winona, MN 55987
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
Hours
Office hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
(507)457-6500
Voice
Email[email protected]
Languages
English, Korean, Hmong, Somali, Laotian, Spanish, Thai, American Sign Language, French
Interpretation services
Language interpreters are available with advance notice.
Application process
Call for information; licensing information is also found on the Winona County website
Fees
None to apply for licensure, but a fee may be incurred with the criminal background check or State Fire Marshall inspection
Service area
Winona County, MN
Other Information
Languages
- Spanish
- Hmong
- Somali
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
Providing organization
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.