Alabama: Getting Started on the Journey to be a foster parent

Alabama Foster Parent Guide 

Format: Editable PDF (Text-Only)
Category: Foster & Adoption Resources

Description:
The Alabama Foster Parent Guide is a comprehensive step-by-step resource designed to help families, individuals, and ministries navigate the foster care process through the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR). From orientation to your first placement, this guide provides the structure, clarity, and encouragement you need to begin your fostering journey.

Inside you’ll find:

• A clear 3–6 month timeline from inquiry to licensing

• Core steps to becoming a foster parent under Alabama DHR guidelines

• A detailed home safety and readiness checklist

• All required documents, background checks, and training steps

• Complete overview of TIPS (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence) training

• Guidance for your first placement and ongoing support resources

• Verified links to Alabama DHR forms, applications, and foster parent associations

Whether you’re an individual preparing to foster or part of a church foster care ministry, this guide provides practical instruction, accurate information, and faith-centered motivation to help you say “yes” to making a difference.

✅ Editable in Canva
✅ Text-only (add your own graphics or branding)
✅ Ideal for church foster ministries, DHR partners, and new foster parents