One of the many things that surprised me after becoming a foster parent was how few resources there were and what little support there was. Since then, I have discovered several helpful programs for Collin County foster families — from medical coverage to discounted museum tickets.
Note: It’s always a good idea to double check online to make sure that the resource is still accessible because availability changes frequently.
Medical and Training Resources
To become a foster parent, there is general training and several medical requirements, but once in the field, so to speak, we need so many other things. For example, kiddos who have experienced trauma have extra needs from sleep and behavioral to health, and no amount of foster parenting training will make you feel prepared enough for this. Thankfully, there is help available.
It’s also important to learn about support that you can start the child on now that will follow them. For example, set up his or her Medicaid insurance and doctor schedule in a practice that works and transitions well with foster families. Additionally, get the child support and help at school that can follow him or her through the reunification process…