A SAFE PLACE CAN CHANGE EVERYTHING.

Make room
for belonging

Children in our community need safe, nurturing homes while their families work toward stability. You can be the steady presence they need.

Start a Conversation

When local families foster, children can stay connected to the community they know.

FOSTERING CLOSE TO HOME

Familiar places

Help children remain near their schools, friends, routines, and support systems.

Meaningful care

Offer safety and consistency during a time of uncertainty and transition.

A supported journey

You are not doing this alone. Our local team will prepare, guide, and support you.

YOUR FIRST STEPS

You do not need to have everything figured out. The process is designed to help you learn, prepare, and decide whether fostering is right for you.

Curious is a good place to start.

01

Call our foster care team. Asking questions does not commit you to becoming a foster parent.

Reach Out

02

Complete orientation, training, background checks, and a home assessment with guidance from DSS.

Learn & prepare

03

Once licensed, our team helps identify placements that fit your household and supports you along the way.

Open your home

YOU MAY BE MORE READY THAN YOU THINK

Foster families come in many forms.

They may be single or married, with or without children, and from many different backgrounds. Foster parents must be at least 21 and have enough income to meet their own household’s needs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • No. Foster parents may be married or single. Every household is considered individually.

  • No. You may rent or own, as long as your home can meet licensing and safety requirements.

  • No. Foster care is temporary and prioritizes safe reunification when possible. When children cannot return home, another permanent plan may be considered.

  • Yes. Foster families receive training, ongoing guidance, and support from the Transylvania County DSS team.

Real questions deserve clear answers

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

One conversation could open a door.

Connect with Transylvania County DSS to learn more about becoming a foster or adoptive parent.