Foster Families Needed in Cobb County
There is an urgent need for foster homes for teenagers and Spanish-speaking children.
The Cobb County Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is looking for foster families to care for the almost 300 children currently in the department's care. Cindy Teate, a resource development supervisor with the department, says that there is a "critical need" for families who can support teenagers. Most teenagers under DFCS care stay in group homes, unlike younger children. According to Teate, there are around 280 children in foster care in Cobb County, with 120 foster families to support them. The department is looking for more families to take in foster children, including Spanish-speaking families and families who can accommodate two or more children to prevent the breakup of siblings. Families interested in becoming …
fran
8:29 am on Wednesday, April 10, 2013
I agree wholeheartedly. It's all about the sanctity of life when you are in utero; it's a different story when you are born. more ›