As we continue on our journey of foster care by state, we come to Florida. Florida is hot and sunny and humid. Arizona is not humid. But let’s get back to today’s topic, shall we? Florida has about 8,500 children in foster care, and they have the typical information found on most sites having to do with foster care. How do we become foster parents, what is involved, and am I ready?

First of all, you are not ready, ever, and you never will be, but foster homes are needed, so just do it. If you care about kids, and you are breathing, you qualify. Congratulations! If you... more

Okay, where are we with the state by state thing? Oh yeah, Delaware. Small state, but big plans for foster care change. The main page of the Delaware Services for Children, Youth and Their Families (DSCYF) web site has all the important information that you need to know about kids in foster care, how to become a foster parent, and what is required of a foster parent.

There is also a frequently asked questions section, as well as general information, support for foster parents and other information. Under Services,... more