Are You Asking Yourself, "How Can I Become a Foster Parent in Ohio?"

If the answer is yes, you’ve already taken the first step, and it’s one of the biggest ones. Becoming a foster parent is not something anyone does lightly. If you’re asking the question, then you have likely already thought long and hard. You’ve probably seen the magnitude of the need and realized your capacity to help. If that’s the case, we’re ready for you!

Thinking About Transferring Foster Agencies? Move Your License to Adriel with Ease

If you live in Ohio and you’re considering switching foster care agencies, Adriel makes it simple to transfer your license and join a team that puts families and children first. We offer a smooth transition process and ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and connected from day one. Experience the difference with Adriel’s personalized approach to foster care, where your voice is valued, and your efforts are supported.

If you're a foster parent in Fayette or Franklin County, Ohio, affected by the recent closure of local foster care licensing agencies, Adriel is here to help. Transfer your license to Adriel before July 1, 2025, and receive a $1,000 transfer bonus as our way of welcoming you.  Learn how to transfer your foster care license to Adriel today.

Become a Respite Foster Parent in Ohio – Make a Difference When You Can

Not everyone can commit to full-time foster care, and that’s okay. As a respite foster parent with Adriel, you can offer short-term care for children who need a safe, nurturing environment—whether it’s for a night, a weekend, or up to two weeks at a time. Respite foster care is a powerful way to support children and fellow foster families, all on a schedule that fits your life. Discover how you can provide care, comfort, and mentorship as a respite foster parent.

Ready to Foster Again? Adriel Supports Returning Ohio Foster Parents Every Step of the Way

If you’ve been a foster parent before and are ready to open your heart and home once again, Adriel is here to welcome you back with the support and resources you need. We understand the unique experience returning foster parents bring, and we’re committed to helping you make a lasting difference in a child’s life. With flexible training options and a dedicated team by your side, restarting your foster care journey has never been easier. Learn more about how Adriel can help you return to fostering today.

What is the Process to become a Foster Parent in Ohio?

If this is the very first time you’ve wondered how to become a foster parent in Ohio, then you might want to start from the beginning. Here’s the process:

• Explore this website to learn all you can about what it takes, what it means, and how we can help you become and be a successful foster parent.
• Ask us questions. We welcome any and all questions in your pursuit of information to help you decide your next steps.
• Talk to your family and support system. Explore the idea of becoming a foster parent fully and openly. Please don’t skip this step, as it will help you with both the decision and the process.
• Think through your goals and your concerns. This will help you utilize all of the support systems we have to offer when the time comes.
• Learn more at an upcoming Foster Parent Informational Free Webinar. Register here
• Fill out an inquiry form online to receive our information packet and the official application.
• Start taking our training classes so you can get licensed for foster care. All training classes are live with an instructor and held virtually for your convenience!
• Submit your required documentation and complete your home study with your local Ohio Adriel Licensing Specialist.
• After you’re licensed, keep up with your training to continue learning and maintain your Ohio foster care license.
• Prepare your home and family so that you’re ready when a foster child is placed with you.
• Ask for help any and every time you need it. Keep learning, even when things get hard.
• Welcome your foster child or children with open arms. Listen to them. Love them. Support them. Enjoy the process!

Adriel’s support is only the beginning! We will guide you along your foster care journey every step of the way.

Ready to get started or just want to learn more? Register for the Adriel Foster Parenting Informational Free Webinar and receive the foster parent application and informational packet here.

What do Foster Parents say about Adriel?

"I appreciate that everyone at Adriel is always being so understanding. It's remarkable how understanding everyone has been. Recently, I at first had said yes to a placement and changed my mind at the last minute. I was kicking myself for not realizing until the last minute that I needed more time to grieve my last placements, who I miss dearly, but everyone at Adriel was so nice and supportive. Everyone at Adriel being so supportive and understanding has been just wonderful."

"Our Adriel Consultant is wonderful. We adore her. She is so sweet and so kind. Our kids were tough at first, but she has slowly worked her way into their hearts and now gets hugs from the kids at every visit. She gets back to us with answers in a timely manner if she doesn't know something at the time we ask. We have gone to a few respite nights, and we like them because they helped the foster kids feel connected to other foster kids like them. We love that Adriel offers a full calendar of events throughout the year, and we love to see the kids meet other foster children and know they are not alone. We can't always go to every event, but we do when we are able."

"Our Adriel Consultant is phenomenal. We absolutely love having her as our person. She has been so easy to work with and so helpful. When something comes up, she doesn’t spoon-feed us the answer; she talks with us to help us find our own way and find what works for our family, but she also gives suggestions and resources. She is a major support for our family."

"I can't say enough good things about Adriel. I started foster parenting with the county. I wouldn't get responses from the county, and I wasn't very active. I honestly would have closed, but the Adriel admissions staff mentioned respite, and that has just been a complete success. I really love helping children at Adriel through respite. Adriel has just been extremely helpful to me. Without Adriel I don't know that I'd be doing foster care anymore at all."

"Things have been good coming back to fostering again. We have a good consultant that's been really helpful. We are very thankful to be fostering through Adriel. After taking a break for several years, and being ready to get our license again, we looked at a few other possible agencies but felt the most peace about Adriel. We're so glad we chose this agency again. It was a great experience the last time around, and continues to be this time as well! We feel so well supported and appreciated! :)"