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Foster Parenting & Kinship Care

Latest News

November 12, 2019
Building the case for accepting and supporting LGBTQ+ children and youth in the child welfare and foster parent community

November 12, 2019
November is Native American Heritage Month

November 5, 2019
Adoption Training and Support Available

November 5, 2019
November is National Adoption Month

Contact Information

Department of Children, Youth, and Families Employee Directory

Get contact information for DCYF staff

Caregivers Communication Guide

Who to contact if you have a question or concern about the child in your care

Meet Our Recruitment Partners Who Support You

Find help and support - training, licensing, questions and support services

Statewide Foster Parent Recruitment Information Center

For information about becoming a foster parent

Call 1-888-KIDS-414 (1-888-543-7414)

Operated by Northwest Resource Associates

Foster Parent Reimbursement & Liability Plans

Brochure - Foster Parent Reimbursement & Liability Plans
(360) 902-0286
nealmip@dshs.wa.gov

Crisis Support Lines for Foster Parents & Relative Caregivers

Foster Parent & Caregiver Support line - 1-800-301-1868
The Foster Parent & Caregiver Support Line provides phone support when foster parents and relative caregivers are in crisis. Children’s Administration social workers answer the calls and can offer behavior management advice, problem solving tips and a listening ear. The support line operates after business hours through CA’s Central Intake.
5:00 pm - 8:00 am Mon - Fri & all weekend hours for emergencies
Foster Parent Crisis Line FAQ
Call your local Child Welfare Office 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon - Fri
Call 24 hour Foster Parents Association of Washington State (FPAWS) Line at 1-800-391-CARE or 1-800-391-2273
Call a Washington State Mental Health crisis line for local assistance with a mental health crisis.

FIRST Program - Foster Intervention and Retention Support Team

Provides support to foster parents during a licensing violation or DLR/CPS Investigation.

FIRST Program Flyer
Call 253-219-6782 for FIRST support
Investigating Abuse and Neglect FAQ

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