BCFFPA Information Kit
Don't Forget to Ask
Foster Parents often wish they had asked more questions before
accepting a child into their home. The list below is designed to assist
you in your discussion with the Ministry. (All questions do not apply
to all placements.)
- Why is this child being placed?
- What is the child's understanding of the reason for placement/seperation from his family?
- What are the child's previous placement experiences?
- What is the family situation- parent's names?
- Where are the parents?
- Will the parents visit? Where? How often?
- Are there siblings? Where are they?
- Will there be pre-placement visits?
- What is the plan for the child? Length of placement?
- What is the child's legal status?
- When was the child's last physical?
- What is the child's health? Allergies? Medication? Last dental check up?
- Who is the child's doctor? The medical number?
- Is religion important to the child?
- What school and what grade does the child attend?
- Are there school problems?
- Does the child have any special behavioral problems? Habits?
- If this child has been sexually abused, is he at risk to himself/others?
- Will there be a clothing grant? Are the child's clothes adequate/ appropriate?
- What will help the child feel at home? Favorite food, comforting toy?
- When will the Social Worker visit/call?
- Who do I call after hours?
- What do you (social worker) expect of me (foster parent)?
- Will I receive the form "Confidential Information for Foster Parents Regarding Child Placement"?
