Tuesday, September 2, 2014

The search for foster parents in our city


When you are a child, your worries are not about getting fed, or going to school, but about what toys you 'need' and how much candy you can eat before bedtime. At least that is what one would think; in reality, there are many children that worry about starving and questioning whether their parents are going to provide to their everyday basic needs. These children usually have been or will be in the foster care system by the time they reach the age of 18. 

Currently, Norton Social Services has expressed to the City of Norton that they are in need of foster parents. Foster parents are qualified individuals who take children into their home, meet their needs, and provide them with the care they deserve. The need for foster parents in our city are at an all time high this year. 

In my experience, in order to be a foster parent in Norton you have to meet these requirements : you must be over the age of 18, have a stable home and enough room for a child to sleep comfortably in your home, have a steady income every month, and  be able to provide  children with the love and care they deserve. Foster parents can also not have a criminal record.

If interested in this immense opportunity, please research the requirements and contact the Norton Social Services for further instructions on how to be a foster parent!