Who are Foster Parents?
Who are Foster Parents?
Single or married, straight or gay, already with kids or without, Spanish or other language speaker, what you offer is simple:
- Attention. Care.
- Structure. Presence.
- Whether you are a teacher, firefighter, pastor, counselor, farmer, working professional, retiree, or working in the home —YOU can make an immediate difference in our community as a foster parent.
- Every child deserves to feel safe, wanted and loved.
Qualifications
- You want to make a positive difference in the life of a local child or teen.
- Can be positive in a crisis situation.
- Have excellent communication skills and enjoy being part of a team.
- Understand the value of building trust with a child and the importance of stable connections.
- Have strong connections to your community, so you have a network when you need additional help.
- Have a flexible work schedule or a stay-at-home parent who can be available when needed or if the child is out of school, or needs transportation to counseling, medical appointments, visits with family.
- May be willing to consider a special needs child
- Believe all people can thrive given the right circumstances.
How can I become a foster parent?
Call (707) 565-4274 | Email SonomaFosterCare@schsd.org
Attend one of our Foster Parent Info Sessions. Call (707) 565-4274 or email SonomaFosterCare@schsd.org to reserve your space. At these one-hour meetings, you'll hear from local foster care agencies and experienced foster parents. You can get your questions answered.