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Special to The Truth
Families interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents
have an opportunity to complete their training in six
consecutive days in June.
Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) is offering the
36-hour training program June 23 through 28, from 9 a.m. to
4 p.m. at LCCS’ offices, 705 Adams Street in downtown
Toledo. The training is the first step in becoming licensed
by the State of Ohio as a foster or adoptive
caregiver.
Qualifying to be a foster or adoptive parent is easier than
you think.
You...
* Must be at least 18 years of age to adopt; 21 to
become a foster parent
* Can be married, single or in a relationship
* Can own or rent a home with at least two bedrooms
* Can work outside the home
* Must have a source of income
* Need a safety inspection for your home
* Agree to a background check
* Receive free training
* Receive financial support, based on your
child(ren)’s needs
LCCS currently needs foster parents for children of all
ages, but has
particular need for families able to care for groups of
three or more
siblings, and teens.
To register for the classes, call 419-213-3336 or visit
www.lucaskids.net.
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