These videos are fantastic, thank you so much for making them. I’m a younger empty nester and I’m thinking about foster to adopt. I’m not rich and I’d be a single mother again, but something is telling me to do this. I’m binging your videos right now. 😊
Thank you so much for making this video! I am a single person inquiring about foster parenting and your video was a great jump start for what I can expect. I like that you put into perspective that your process may vary by the state. Thank you, again. I hope to see more of your videos are your experiences grow as a foster parent.
This is SO great, thank you. This is such a comprehensive video. I love that you talk about not only what is being asked, but the toll that can take on you during that portion.
You did this so well! This was the most informational video i’ve seen yet! Can’t wait to check out the rest of your vids and see how it’s been going for you 😊
Love your video! We just finished our home study and training. We are located in Florida, and they did focus mostly on how to parent children with trauma. I felt it was very repetitive and could have covered other topics like what to expect on a placement call, or how to prepare your home. Must all in all it was very good training. We are very excited to receive our first placement!
what is the total process time length from when you initially started till you got cleared for placement ? Loved the video gave me a great understanding on what to expect 💕
Thanks for your helpful video; I'm much older than you are (60) & like you, single and I'll be starting the process here in Oklahoma soon. Thanks again 🙂
Love your hair! It totally goes with your name 🍁🍂🧡 You remind me of the Disney princess Merida 🥰 Thanks for the informational videos! Currently binge watching them right now 😅
Hello I am in Florida and soon to relocate to Texas what agency did you go through because I am looking to become a foster parent as well thank you so much for all of the info that you have gave ❤️ you have been a big help!!
@@kokorideout5841 I started the process in August and was officially licensed in December of the same year. Recieved my first placement at the end of February
Vaccines are generally not required, but this may depend on agency. You need to make enough money to be able to support yourself and a child without assistance. I was able to start fostering as a nanny, so you definitely don't have to be rich
Hi there. I am starting the fostering process by attending an information meeting in a few days. How long do you think the process took for you from start to finish? Weeks? Months? Just curious. Loved the video! Thanks Shannon.
The process from the informational meeting to being an open liscensed home took me about 4 and a half months. However, the process varies a lot by location. Good luck!
Did they press any harder on you about social life and relationships since you were so young and single? I’m 24 and about to start paperwork for preliminary house inspection. I’m feeling a little overwhelmed at the moment. How did you remain calm and collected?
They definitely asked about social life and relationships like they would with anyone, but I just answered honestly. It is important to understand that your social life will change when you add a child to the mix - it isn't as easy to just have a night out with friends. That was probably one of the hardest adjustments for me was just suddenly feeling so homebound after baby was asleep. I stayed calm by making sure I was as prepared as I could be and focusing on the positives. At the end of the day, you can only do what you can do ❤ Best of luck!
Thank you for the video...tell me...does your state offer the pre service training...like CPR...I'm in D.C. and I'm thinking of fostering.. The medical exam...they make sure you're NOT dying of CANCER? Is that true????
hey girl, so I am in GA and form speaking with our local DFCS and I think I read about having to be 25 to be a SINGLE foster parent, was there anything like that ever told to you that you ha to go through? I am also 23 but this is something I am wanting to do.
That may be true in GA, I am not sure. In Texas, you must be at least 21 years of age regardless if you are single or married. There is such a need for foster parents, they don't discriminate based on singleness
I’ve been looking into fostering, but I’ve decided I want an older child, probably 10+. Would they still require child proofing and stuff? I’ve tried looking around but I can’t really find someone who has fostered older kids, and what differences there are...
This is a great video idea! The differences between fostering older children and younger. I know several single foster moms who take in older children (especially sibling groups!). I think that is great. You will not need to necessarily "child proof" like you won't need baby gates. However, you will be required to "teenage proof" meaning all weapons, alchohol, medication, etc...will need to be locked up
Autumn Rene' - good thing I don’t have any weapons or medication and rarely drink lol (: if you do decide to make a video on that, I would be very eager to watch. I’ll keep my eye out. Also, I just became your 500th subscriber~
It is a requirement where I live to get a physician to sign off that you are mentally and physically healthy and capable of taking care of a child. You may be required to find one
Does it matter if you have debt? I want to foster but I have some debt as well. I make enough to afford my apartment and have good credit. But I’m wondering if they will take have debt into account.
A floor plan of an apartment is easy bcuz it’s done already...but a house...how...not unless it’s a new build and has a blue print...what do you do...will you just have to get a company to come in and do for you? Why can’t they just come and measure the darn room...
You just draw out a blueprint of your house on a piece of grid paper and make sure the dimensions are on there. That is what everyone who had a house in my training did! It can be time consuming to measure the rooms with a tape measure. Make a copy of your blueprint to use for fire escape routes too!
I think it’s sooo interesting listening to videos like this! We’re currently in the training course in MA and it seems a lot easier here then it does for you in Texas, but I’m not sure if thats a good thing haha!
I didn't think the process in Texas was too difficult, it only took a few months. It is very interesting to see how it varies by state though! Good luck with your fostering journey!
Is it possible to foster wihout a house or relitive references? I grew up in a broken home and my last few years as a teen were the worst and i wished i could just stay somewhere for two or there years so i could save and get my own apartment. i am 26 now but i still remember those years.... i live in an apartment but would like to offer a safe haven for teens looking for a safe place to say for a few years as they save up to live on thier own. I never got that safe place and often ran away to homeless shelters just to get away and had always wished for a safe place for me.
Well wonderful! What about the finances with rent. I am 23 too and don’t think I could afford a three or four bedroom on my own (I’m hoping to take in siblings). My brother lives with me now, and could continue to do so, but would the foster program possibly provide financial assistance for that area? Did they discuss that at all?
@@abigailk4379 CPS only provides a small stipend to cover essentials like diapers, school supplies, etc...the children will have free health insurance and most states you can attend certain daycares for free. Other than that, you are on your own financially. Children are expensive and if you are doing it right, you will likely spend more on them than the stipend covers. I know I do and it is totally worth it, but I just want you to be prepared. As far as housing, as long as you have one spare bedroom you can take in siblings. Siblings of the same gender can share a room :)
Not really! The only fees I can think of that you might have to cover would be minor things like fingerprinting, CPR class or fire inspection. However, I think usually the agency or state provides most (if not all of that) free
There is not very much cost involved. Only a few small fees for things like CPR classes and fingerprinting. I do work full-time! When I started the process I was working 45 hours a week as a nanny and now I work 40 hours a week as a middle school teacher :)
Oh my goodness this makes me feel like every parent should have this interview before becoming a parent. Foster or not. It’s so important.
These videos are fantastic, thank you so much for making them. I’m a younger empty nester and I’m thinking about foster to adopt. I’m not rich and I’d be a single mother again, but something is telling me to do this. I’m binging your videos right now. 😊
That is so wonderful! I hope I can do this one day as an empty nester too :)
Thank you so much for making this video! I am a single person inquiring about foster parenting and your video was a great jump start for what I can expect. I like that you put into perspective that your process may vary by the state. Thank you, again. I hope to see more of your videos are your experiences grow as a foster parent.
Thanks! I love that I get to connect with all these inspiring foster parents through my channel.
This was the most informative video i have seen. Great job on the information!
This is SO great, thank you. This is such a comprehensive video. I love that you talk about not only what is being asked, but the toll that can take on you during that portion.
I'm so glad it was helpful! I know I wished videos like this existed when I was going through the process
Subscribing! I'm single and 26 and a year and a half in. In La. I'm with you girl!
Thank you!!! Love to connect with other foster parents
I’m so glad I watched this before I started the process.. you just talked me out of it.. this is TOO MUCH
I'm very glad you were able to learn from my video. After all, taking in a child is a huge responsibility so the process shouldn't be taken lightly.
Thank you for all the information on foster care/adopting here on your channel. Very interesting!
Thanks so much!
You did this so well! This was the most informational video i’ve seen yet! Can’t wait to check out the rest of your vids and see how it’s been going for you 😊
Thank you!!!
Amazing video good job! Thank you for the information!
My pleasure!
Love your video! We just finished our home study and training. We are located in Florida, and they did focus mostly on how to parent children with trauma. I felt it was very repetitive and could have covered other topics like what to expect on a placement call, or how to prepare your home. Must all in all it was very good training. We are very excited to receive our first placement!
Congratulations on finishing your training! I hope your fostering journey brings you lots of love 💕
Fellow foster/adopt mom here! Thank you for sharing. Liked and subscribed :-)
Awww, thank you so much!
I’m young but later in life I wish to foster and adopt, your videos are so informing.
Thank you! I found it off Amazon
what is the total process time length from when you initially started till you got cleared for placement ? Loved the video gave me a great understanding on what to expect 💕
I started the process in the month of August and was licensed for placements by December. I recieved my first placement at the end of February
I am taking my parenting classes. we got finger printed already. And we had the social worker walk through taking pictures.
How exciting!
🔴Very informative. Thank you... and all the best to you with your fostering experience!
So nice of you! Thank you!
Very informative!!
Thanks for your helpful video; I'm much older than you are (60) & like you, single and I'll be starting the process here in Oklahoma soon. Thanks again 🙂
Good luck!!!
Love your hair! It totally goes with your name 🍁🍂🧡 You remind me of the Disney princess Merida 🥰 Thanks for the informational videos! Currently binge watching them right now 😅
Thank you ❤ I had several kids tell me I look like "Brave" when the movie first came out
Nice💜 me and my foster brother that I now foster, just made a vlog:)
Thank you for sharing!
That is brilliant.
Thank you!!!
Hello I am in Florida and soon to relocate to Texas what agency did you go through because I am looking to become a foster parent as well thank you so much for all of the info that you have gave ❤️ you have been a big help!!
I am licensed through the state, not an agency. And you're so welcome! I am happy to help out a future foster mama 😊
1000th subscriber💜 I’m 20 and applying to be a foster mom at 21
Woohoo! What an exciting milestone for the channel and thank you ❤ I think that is amazing, best decision I ever made
@@AutumnRene how long did the whole process take? From start to finish
@@kokorideout5841 I started the process in August and was officially licensed in December of the same year. Recieved my first placement at the end of February
Also. Love your hair!
Aw, thank you!
Do you need to have a good paying job? And do you need to be up to date on vaccines?
Vaccines are generally not required, but this may depend on agency.
You need to make enough money to be able to support yourself and a child without assistance. I was able to start fostering as a nanny, so you definitely don't have to be rich
I'm so excited. I'm subscriber 666. lol. Mostly I subscribed because I'm planning on pursuing this process ASAP
That is wonderful! And thank you for subscribing 🙌 good luck on your fostering journey!
Hi there. I am starting the fostering process by attending an information meeting in a few days. How long do you think the process took for you from start to finish? Weeks? Months? Just curious. Loved the video!
Thanks Shannon.
The process from the informational meeting to being an open liscensed home took me about 4 and a half months. However, the process varies a lot by location. Good luck!
Did they press any harder on you about social life and relationships since you were so young and single? I’m 24 and about to start paperwork for preliminary house inspection. I’m feeling a little overwhelmed at the moment. How did you remain calm and collected?
They definitely asked about social life and relationships like they would with anyone, but I just answered honestly. It is important to understand that your social life will change when you add a child to the mix - it isn't as easy to just have a night out with friends. That was probably one of the hardest adjustments for me was just suddenly feeling so homebound after baby was asleep.
I stayed calm by making sure I was as prepared as I could be and focusing on the positives. At the end of the day, you can only do what you can do ❤
Best of luck!
Thank you for the video...tell me...does your state offer the pre service training...like CPR...I'm in D.C. and I'm thinking of fostering..
The medical exam...they make sure you're NOT dying of CANCER? Is that true????
Of course! They do require training including CPR. They do also require a medical examination to make sure you are able to care for a child.
I just found you 💕 but you haven’t made a video in 7 months 😢 update please
Don't worry! I still check this channel regularly and I have every intention of adding more videos
Autumn Rene' thank you so much. Can’t wait!
So many hoops to jump through! Thanks for the info! 💕
hey girl, so I am in GA and form speaking with our local DFCS and I think I read about having to be 25 to be a SINGLE foster parent, was there anything like that ever told to you that you ha to go through? I am also 23 but this is something I am wanting to do.
That may be true in GA, I am not sure. In Texas, you must be at least 21 years of age regardless if you are single or married. There is such a need for foster parents, they don't discriminate based on singleness
I’ve been looking into fostering, but I’ve decided I want an older child, probably 10+. Would they still require child proofing and stuff? I’ve tried looking around but I can’t really find someone who has fostered older kids, and what differences there are...
This is a great video idea! The differences between fostering older children and younger. I know several single foster moms who take in older children (especially sibling groups!). I think that is great. You will not need to necessarily "child proof" like you won't need baby gates. However, you will be required to "teenage proof" meaning all weapons, alchohol, medication, etc...will need to be locked up
Autumn Rene' - good thing I don’t have any weapons or medication and rarely drink lol (: if you do decide to make a video on that, I would be very eager to watch. I’ll keep my eye out. Also, I just became your 500th subscriber~
What do I do if I don't have a physician at all.
It is a requirement where I live to get a physician to sign off that you are mentally and physically healthy and capable of taking care of a child. You may be required to find one
Does it matter if you have debt? I want to foster but I have some debt as well. I make enough to afford my apartment and have good credit. But I’m wondering if they will take have debt into account.
A floor plan of an apartment is easy bcuz it’s done already...but a house...how...not unless it’s a new build and has a blue print...what do you do...will you just have to get a company to come in and do for you? Why can’t they just come and measure the darn room...
You just draw out a blueprint of your house on a piece of grid paper and make sure the dimensions are on there. That is what everyone who had a house in my training did! It can be time consuming to measure the rooms with a tape measure. Make a copy of your blueprint to use for fire escape routes too!
I think it’s sooo interesting listening to videos like this! We’re currently in the training course in MA and it seems a lot easier here then it does for you in Texas, but I’m not sure if thats a good thing haha!
I didn't think the process in Texas was too difficult, it only took a few months. It is very interesting to see how it varies by state though! Good luck with your fostering journey!
Is it possible to foster wihout a house or relitive references? I grew up in a broken home and my last few years as a teen were the worst and i wished i could just stay somewhere for two or there years so i could save and get my own apartment. i am 26 now but i still remember those years.... i live in an apartment but would like to offer a safe haven for teens looking for a safe place to say for a few years as they save up to live on thier own. I never got that safe place and often ran away to homeless shelters just to get away and had always wished for a safe place for me.
Yes!!! Many foster parents love to foster older teens to help them transition into adulthood. There is a great need for this
Did they mention anything about fostering for adoption when only renting homes at the moment. Did that make it more difficult to begin fostering?
Not at all! You can foster to adopt in a rented home or apartment 😊 children don't need fancy homes, they just need safe and loving ones
Well wonderful! What about the finances with rent. I am 23 too and don’t think I could afford a three or four bedroom on my own (I’m hoping to take in siblings). My brother lives with me now, and could continue to do so, but would the foster program possibly provide financial assistance for that area? Did they discuss that at all?
@@abigailk4379 CPS only provides a small stipend to cover essentials like diapers, school supplies, etc...the children will have free health insurance and most states you can attend certain daycares for free. Other than that, you are on your own financially. Children are expensive and if you are doing it right, you will likely spend more on them than the stipend covers. I know I do and it is totally worth it, but I just want you to be prepared. As far as housing, as long as you have one spare bedroom you can take in siblings. Siblings of the same gender can share a room :)
Okay! Thank you for the info! :)
To become a foster parent was there any specific fee’s you had to pay?
Not really! The only fees I can think of that you might have to cover would be minor things like fingerprinting, CPR class or fire inspection. However, I think usually the agency or state provides most (if not all of that) free
Did you have costs involved in this licensing process? Do you work full time? Thanks!
There is not very much cost involved. Only a few small fees for things like CPR classes and fingerprinting. I do work full-time! When I started the process I was working 45 hours a week as a nanny and now I work 40 hours a week as a middle school teacher :)
Autumn Rene / Thanks!!