Resource Family Homes - Foster Care Licensing
https://www.sccgov.org/sites/ssa/dfcs/resource/Pages/family.aspx

From agency: SANTA CLARA COUNTY-SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY
Resource Details
Description Oversees resource families who are approved to provide care and supervision for children 24/7. Approved by the State of CA to license foster family homes within Santa Clara County. Foster families provide temporary care for children who are experiencing family crises due to abuse or neglect. Prospective foster families receive:
  • 24 hours of PRIDE training
  • Monthly financial assistance for children in care
  • Medi-Cal for each child
  • Advocacy and support services
Defined coverage areas:
California - Santa Clara County
 
Hours of operation:
Fri: 8am 5pm
Thu: 8am 5pm
Wed: 8am 5pm
Tue: 8am 5pm
Mon: 8am 5pm
Program
Eligibility Prospective foster parents can be single, two-parent, or same gender families of all ethnicity and income levels. Must be 18 years or older, residing in Santa Clara County, and willing to submit to a background check (each adult in the home).
Program Fees No fee
Application Process Applicants must complete an application packet, orientation, and subsequent training provided by the agency to become foster parents. Call or visit website for more information. Detailed information provided upon intake.
Documents Required The Licensing Packet, provided at orientation, includes Foster Family Home Application, Health Screening Report, Criminal Record Statement, Personal References Request, Livescan (criminal background checks), PRIDE training certificate, Emergency Plan for Foster Family Homes and Facility Sketch.
Programs at this agency CalFresh
Medi-Cal Program
Senior Nutrition Programs
Office of the Public Guardian
In Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting (CPS)
Adoptions Relinquishment and Post-Adoptive Services
General Assistance Program
Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants, CAPI
CalWORKs
Congregate Meal Program
Meals on Wheels
Neighborhood Meals on Wheels
Transportation Services
CalFresh Employment and Training CFET
Office of Veterans Services
Season of Sharing


Contact Information
Phone 408-299-5437
Sites offering this Program Department of Family and Children's Services