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stokelymitchell t1_jcyrbo8 wrote

Reply to comment by ACorania in LPT - You do not have to commit to being a foster parent to help kids in the system by mutilatedlama

How does one get involved in this?

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HugeToaster t1_jcyvunh wrote

Generally (it varies by state) you go through the same process as a foster parent but indicate you are only interested in respite. Sign up, fill out a bunch of paperwork, take a class once or twice a week for a month, and you are good to go. There's a small follow up like once a year. The social workers should reach out to you about needed respite.

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stokelymitchell t1_jcyxu42 wrote

Amazing, this is very helpful, thank you.

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HugeToaster t1_jcyyewa wrote

Contact your local health and welfare office and ask them what you need to do. They'll direct you.

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therealCatnuts t1_jczhgal wrote

This varies by state, but in general the paperwork involved in signup is pretty onerous, just know that going in. The renewals and CE requirements and paperwork and home visits by social workers are less for respite-only caregivers than for full-time foster parents.

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ImProdactyl t1_jczigbj wrote

You could go to any foster/adoption agency. They will likely have to license you in some way through trainings, classes, background checks, etc.

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