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Kinship Care Training, Support, and Benefits

Are you providing kinship care for a child that is in the custody of a Public Children Services Agency (PCSA)? Kinship caregivers are able to become licensed foster caregivers and receive benefits as a foster home.

Being licensed as a foster parent is a big responsibility, and it also has benefits of which many people are not aware. We believe the biggest benefit of the kinship care program is the preparation and support you receive from Adriel to ensure that you are taking the best possible care of your relative and/or other foster children. If you’re already caring for them, this not only enhances your experience, but also theirs.

Benefits to Becoming an Adriel Licensed Home for Kinship Care

Our kinship care program is available through five convenient office locations throughout Ohio, so it’s regionally accessible for most people in the state. This program can help prepare you for kinship-only care, foster care, and even adoption. There are many benefits, including:

Access to Support

  • 24/7 on call staff for emergencies when caring for youth.
  • On-going support, guidance, and consultation.
  • Specialized clinical services for your child - with no wait list.
  • Connection to other kinship and foster families.
  • Faith-based services and support.

Training Resources

  • Virtual training from the comfort of your home.
  • Training in an evidence-based, trauma-informed, model of care.
  • Adoption home studies.

Financial Support

  • Competitive daily per diem.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Access to paid respite days.

Kinship Care to Foster Care

People who take part in our kinship care program can also become licensed and eligible to help other foster children in addition to their own relatives. That choice carries with it additional benefits, and can be highly rewarding. If you choose to provide both kinship care and foster care, you will be able to:

  • Provide a loving home for other children in need.
  • Offer respite services to fellow foster families.
  • Individuals receive up to $360 of paid training.
  • Receive a $300 sign-on bonus once licensed.

Kinship-Only Care

Some people really only want to foster their own kin, or relatives. If you choose to provide kinship-only foster care* you will have access to:

  • Care for only the kin placed in your home.
  • Up to 19 training hours waived.
  • Individuals receive up to $170 of paid training
  • Receive a $100 sign-on bonus once licensed.

*The requirements for kinship to foster care homes are subject to change based on the guidance of state rules and regulations.

Getting Started with Our Kinship Care Program 

If you are ready to take the first step to become a licensed home or are looking for more information, please fill out an online inquiry form and an Adriel staff member will follow up with you directly.

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