Did you know?
In Cumberland County alone there are approximately 360 children in foster care but only about 100 licensed foster homes. Children right here in your community need safe, temporary, loving homes.
You may already have what they need.
- A welcoming home.
- A bed of their own.
- Regular meals. Everyday moments—bike rides, homework help, family dinners.
These simple things can make an extraordinary difference when you open your home to a child in foster care.
You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be present.
If you can offer a safe, stable, and loving environment, you can be a foster parent. You provide the home—and we’ll support you every step of the way.
The CHS Foster Care Process
Get Started
Get Started
Fill out the inquiry form, attend an info session, and/or speak to a specialist to learn more about the foster care process.
Application & Interviews
Application & Interviews
Complete an application, pay for a background check, and interview with a specialist, who will make sure you meet the requirements to become a foster parent.
Training & Paperwork
Training & Paperwork
Upon application approval, complete the required training program and finish necessary paperwork.
License & Placement
License & Placement
Receive approval from the state to become a licensed foster home. Then, a specialist will work with you to place a child in your home.
We welcome foster parents from all sorts of backgrounds. You don’t have to be married, own a home, or be of a certain race, sexual orientation, or religion. What matters most is that you can offer a safe, stable home to children in foster care. Legally, however, there are some requirements for becoming a foster parent.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 21 or older
- Legal resident of the U.S. and North Carolina for a minimum of six months
- Be willing to submit to a background check
- Be willing to submit to a thorough assessment of your family and home
- Complete all required licensure training requirements
- Have sufficient income to meet the needs of your current family
- Able to provide children with their own bed, as well as adequate space for their personal belongings
- Have access to reliable transportation
Fill out the interest form today and take the first simple step toward giving a child in our community the stability they deserve.