Foster care and becoming a foster caregiver
Offered by Georgia Department of Human Services/Division of Family and Children Services/DFCS
2391 Benjamin E. Mays Dr., SW, Atlanta, 30311
(855) 422-4453 · more numbers below
DFCS places children who cannot stay safely at home with relatives or foster caregivers. It trains and supports people who want to foster. Adults who qualify can sign up to become caregivers.
Summary written by ATL Care from public information
Cost & format
In person or online
Who this is for
Caregivers must be at least 21, be a U.S. citizen or show proof of U.S. residency, and complete training, a medical exam, and background checks.
How to apply
Complete a virtual information session, then pre-service training, a medical exam, and screenings. See fostergeorgia.com.
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