Foster Care Foster care is a temporary living arrangement for children who have been abused or neglected and need a safe place to live. With the approval of a judge, the local Department of Social Services can take custody of the at risk child(ren) and place the child(ren) in a foster home. Eligibility Foster parents must: Be at least 21 years old Have a stable home and income Maintain a drug free environment Be willing to be finger printed and have a criminal records check Complete all required training and be licensed by the state of North Carolina Contact Find out more on how to become a licensed foster parent. Call NC KIDS: 1-877-625-4371 Contact your local Department of Social Services. Contact Social Services
Foster Care Foster care is a temporary living arrangement for children who have been abused or neglected and need a safe place to live. With the approval of a judge, the local Department of Social Services can take custody of the at risk child(ren) and place the child(ren) in a foster home. Eligibility Foster parents must: Be at least 21 years old Have a stable home and income Maintain a drug free environment Be willing to be finger printed and have a criminal records check Complete all required training and be licensed by the state of North Carolina Contact Find out more on how to become a licensed foster parent. Call NC KIDS: 1-877-625-4371 Contact your local Department of Social Services. Contact Social Services
