Foster Care & Adoption Services
Lake County Job & Family Services
Bring Hope When Children Need It Most!
Become A Foster Parent
Foster parents are caring people who have opened their hearts and homes to the children of Lake County. These children are in need of temporary care, can you help?
Become An Adoptive Parent
It is our goal to have all children placed into a permanent home. If you are considering adoption, please click below to learn more.
You’re Never Alone
Ongoing Foster Parent Training & Support
Opening your home to a child in need is a noble decision, but we understand that you will need support through the entire process! We offer on-going support and training to foster parents to help ensure you never feel alone!
Dedicated Social Worker assigned to you
In-person training & support events throughout the year
Financial support offered by the county
Public Events & Open Houses
Looking for information about fostering? Please attend one of our upcoming events
Training & Support Events
If you’re a foster parent, these events are a great way to get additional support
Children In Need
We have a list of children who are currently waiting for a home to become available
Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s a list of a few of the questions we’re asked most frequently. Please follow the link below to see the complete list of F.A.Q.’s regarding fostering and adoption.
Can I foster and adopt?
finding safe homes for these kids can occur a couple of different ways, including Foster Care, Adoption, and Joint Foster Care & Adoption. The foster to adopt program allows families to foster a variety of children while, at the same time, have an approved adoption homestudy. If a child in care becomes available for adoption, foster parents would be advised of their option to adopt. Your adoption homestudy is valid for any other county in Ohio or any other state.
How long does a home study take?
The home study process begins with 36 hours of Preservice training, which is held periodically through the year. During the training, paperwork is distributed to gather background information. Once the paperwork is completed and returned to the agency a Social Worker will begin the interviewing process. The amount of time it takes will depend a lot on your availability. Home studies should be completed within 3-6 months.
What if I work full time?
Many foster families consist of two working parents. Alternative care arrangements may be made with an in-home provider or a licensed daycare center. The agency will assist with the arrangements and either reimburse the foster family or pay the daycare directly.
Can I have pets?
Pets are permitted as long as they are kept in a safe and sanitary manner and are up-to-date on their vaccinations. Indoor cats must also have their vaccinations up to date.
About Us
Lake County Job & Family Services has a special team of people fully dedicated to serving the needs of foster children and parents in Lake County, Ohio. We believe that every child deserves a home and so we work tirelessly every day to make that reality.
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Foster Parent Testimonials
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Foster Parent Online Resources
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