Fostering in Washington
We are thrilled you are eager to begin the ministry of foster care. It is a joy to know you desire to affect so many vulnerable children and their birth families with the Gospel. We are honored you have chosen Lifeline to help you reach this goal of fostering.
When we enter into a relationship with you, we are here to support, pray over, encourage, and equip you during each phase of your journey.
As God has called you to this ministry, we want to be your full-service, ongoing partner to enable you to fulfill His calling of family restoration.
Timeline for Washington Foster Care Licensure
1.Pre-Apply
Click here to complete the pre-application. If you are ready to learn more about the process of becoming a foster parent in Washington, please complete our foster care pre-application online and a member of our foster care team will reach out to you with next steps.
2.Attend an Info Meeting
Join an information meeting about foster care, family restoration & wrap around care.
3.Start Your Home Study
Your home study will begin with a Welcome Call and Orientation Interview before starting with your paperwork, in home consultations, and inspections.
4.Training
We utilize the state required training and infuse it with Gospel principles and discipleship to shepherd you on this journey
5.License Approval
Lifeline submits your portfolio to the state for licensure, then maintains your license and collaborates with DSS on child placement.
6.Wait for Placement
After you are approved from the state, the next step is to wait until you are placed with a child who needs your care and love of Christ.
