Training and Support
Support for foster families
The foster family receives a 9-week orientation about many aspects of fostering, as well as ongoing training and other educational opportunities. A CAS Resource Worker will be assigned to each foster family to offer support during the fostering experience. A CAS Children Services Worker will also lend support and guidance to help plan together to meet the child’s needs. There is a 24-hour access to emergency CAS support. There is also mutual support and networking between foster families
Compensation
Foster families receive daily, non-taxable compensation for the living expenses of each foster child in their home. Many other expenses are also covered, such as clothing, medical and dental costs, school supplies and recreation expenses.