Respite Care
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In times when the burdens of caregiving become insurmountable, our team of skilled respite caregivers at NorthWest Outreach Child Placing Agency gracefully intervene, providing a momentary respite to foster and adoptive families. This priceless service not only guarantees the welfare of the children but also nurtures the psychological and emotional well-being of devoted caregivers. It is a tender-hearted approach that fortifies the very essence of our community, weaving a tapestry of compassion and empathy.
Respite Care Pre-Screening Requirements
NorthWest Outreach Child Placing Agency, in its pursuit of excellence, shall meticulously evaluate the eligibility of all foster parent applicants before embarking on the esteemed home study process. Each foster family’s application shall commence with the submission of a meticulously completed data collection form to the agency. The agency shall then conduct a thorough pre-screening, meticulously scrutinizing each application against a set of stringent criteria…
- Must have high school diploma or G.E.D. and provide documentation of such. If no high school diploma or G.E.D. be able to pass a agency assessment.
- Must be at least 21 years of age as indicated on the copy of the birth certificate.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent residents, or other qualified aliens as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1641 (b)
- If married, marriage license must be provide. If divorced, a divorced degree must be provided.
- Must provide income statements demonstrating ability to care for youth with verifiable income that demonstrates earnings above established federal poverty line for family size.
- Must successfully complete required agency orientation.
Respite Care Home Requirements
- Applicants must provide utility bills to verify their address.
- Applicants must provide homeowners or rental insurances.
- Applicants must provide a floor plan of the home showing the dimensions and purpose of the home, identifying indoor area for children’s use photographs must accompany the floor plan.
- Applications must provide an approved fire inspection.
- Applications must provide an approved health inspection.
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