Child Foster Care: Getting Started

To begin the child foster care licensing process, complete the forms below. Return the forms to Todd County Health and Human Services attention Derek Eberle. By completing and submitting these forms first, the licensing process can begin and the process can be accelerated. There is no cost to apply.

• Minnesota Adoption and Foster Care Home Study – Application
• Minnesota Adoption and Foster Care Individual Fact Sheet
• Agreement Between Foster Parents and Placement Agency

When the above forms are received, Todd County will coordinate with you to complete the Adam Walsh Background Study Fingerprinting

Additional information to review regarding fire code issues can be found at:

• Minnesota State Fire Marshal Child Foster Care  – 1 or 2 Family Dwellings

The licensing process takes approximately 3 to 4 months, depending on how timely your submission of the required paperwork  is returned and the home study process meetings can be scheduled. Todd County is required to make a recommendation for approval or denial to the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth and Families within 20 days of receiving all necessary information.

Thank you for your interest in child foster care!