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Unsure about what to do next? Please give us a call at 447-7515. We'll be glad to answer your questions and invite you to our next public informational meeting.


Singles and Partners
as Foster Parents

We are often asked if a single person can become a foster parent. The answer is yes. In fact, some of our single parents have cared for as many as 34 children over a period of 14 years. How do they do it? Just as with single birth parents, it’s a question of having the time, desire, and resources.

If you are adult who is at least 21 years old and is willing and able to help, we invite you to consider fostering. To see the requirements for becoming a foster parent, click here to see the link to our state site.

What About Gays and Lesbians?

Gay and lesbian foster parents are welcomeWe welcome gay and lesbian partners or single parents. Sexual orientation is not what determines the success of fostering; it’s the care, love, and devotion to helping children in need.


Working foster mom is lesbian

“ My partner and I are proud to be foster parents. I work at an office all day and she works part time. But our foster kids are our first priority. We adore Alexis and are giving her the help and love she needs until her family is ready to take her back.”

 



 

Looking Out For Others

“ As a 42 year old single person with no kids, I was caught up in my own life; then I decided to share what I had.”

Sharing
Single dad and foster son
"I'm not ready to marry again, but I do like helping kids. Fostering has given these kids a caring home during a difficult time in their lives."




Call Us Today At: (518) 447-7515
Albany County Department for Children, Youth and Families
112 State Street, Albany, NY 12207


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