Halton Children's Aid Society

Support for foster families

If you decide to become a foster parent you will receive pre-service training, as well as on-going training and educational opportunities. Foster families receive daily non-taxable room and board rate for each foster child placed in their home. Other expenses covered include clothing, medical, dental, school supplies, recreation and transportation expenses. A CAS worker is assigned to lend you support and guidance, and you will also have 24 hours access to emergency CAS support. Furthermore, there is mutual support and networking between foster parents through the Foster Parents Association.

Foster Care Recruitment Resource workers locate appropriate placements for children coming into care. Staff in this department have specific expertise in finding placements for children in certain age groups and by type of placement. They also recruit and provide ongoing support and training to alternative care providers. For more information, please see the links to the right then visit www.homesforkids.com