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<\/blockquote>\nWe genuinely believe that being a foster parent is the best job in the world but it would be naive to disregard the challenging aspects of this profession.<\/strong><\/p>\n
At Hope, we ensure that we offer a wide range of training for all our foster families and prepare you for the range of young people that may become part of your family.\u00a0<\/p>\n
We carefully match the needs of our young people with your skills and expertise.<\/p>\n
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New to Fostering<\/h4>\n
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Making the decision to become a foster parent is an exciting and challenging process. There are many aspects to consider and prepare for.<\/p>\n
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Types of Fostering<\/h4>\n
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There are many different types of fostering that Hope offers. We have an excellent matching process but we do need our foster parents to offer flexibility.<\/p>\n
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The Approval Process<\/h4>\n
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The comprehensive process of becoming approved as a foster parent takes between 4-6 months.<\/p>\n
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