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DCYF will be transitioning to an online caregiver application system.

To ensure a smooth rollout, DCYF is pausing new foster parent applications from Nov. 1, 2022 - Mar. 1, 2023.

This does not apply to kinship applications, license renewals, and those getting licensed through a child placing agency.

Surveys

Survey of Foster Parents and Relative Caregivers in Washington State

FY2021 Survey Report

Highlights from the 2021 DCYF Caregiver Survey

FY2020 Survey Report

FY2019 Survey Report

FY2018 Survey Report

FY2017 Survey Report

FY2016 Survey Report

FY2015 Survey Report

FY2014 Survey Report

FY2013 Survey Report

FY2012 Survey Report

FY2011 Survey Report

FY2010 Survey Report (revised 2/28/10)

FY2009 Survey Report

FY2008 Survey Report

FY2007 Survey Report

Comparison Report of 2007, 2008, 2009 Foster Parent Survey Outcomes

Survey of Youth in Foster Care in Washington State

2008 Survey Report

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