Become a Foster Parent – Rhode Island
CFP’s Foster Care program in Rhode Island was built on the philosophy that there is a family for every child and a child for every family. This program seeks to develop permanent connections and relationships for high risk, difficult to place children and adolescents. Our foster care program combines the intensive treatment of a residential facility with the nurturing aspects of a family setting. The program is designed for children and adolescents ages 6-21, who are currently in the care and custody of Rhode Island’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).
Foster Care in Rhode Island
CFP’s Foster Care services include weekly home visits for support and monitoring progress. Monthly mandatory trainings for families are provided that specifically target the needs of children in care and how to best support the placement. Many children also receive outside services that may include clinical therapy and on-going medical visits. Foster families receive a significant amount of training support from program staff. CFP’s Foster Care program in Rhode Island is a unique hybrid of therapeutic foster care and traditional group care for youth ages 13-20 years old. Our program is designed to work with youth whose behavioral presentations and severity of emotional needs previously precluded their placement in a family setting, and requiring a step down from residential/hospitalization before transition into generic foster home.
Becoming a foster parent can feel like a long process but our experienced, dedicated staff works with every foster family to provide supports every step of the way.
As a Communities for People foster care provider, you will receive on-going training, support and guidance before and during your placement. You won’t be alone, we are in it with you!
- We treat our foster parents like family
- Timely tax-free stipends and funds dedicated to clothing and activities
- Pre-Service & ongoing trainings
- Guidance through the licensing process
- CFP staff available 24 hours a day for support
- Assistance in managing medical, dental and clinical services
- Foster parent support groups to connect with other foster parents
- Foster parent recognition, appreciation and advocacy
- Regular visits to your home
- Mindful matching process
Rhode Island Requirements:
- Background clearances of all household members 18 and older.
- Home must meet safety and licensing standards and complete DCYF Fire Inspection and Lead/Safety Inspection.
- Complete TIPPS-MAPP (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting) training
You must be licensed in the state of Rhode Island. it is required to complete a homestudy, which includes character and medical references. All required paperwork is obtained during this time as it is the final step prior to licensing (i.e. pay stubs, ID/license, insurance, etc.)