Impact a Child's Life
Cadence Care Network matches patient and caring adults with the most vulnerable children in our community.
Being a foster caregiver provides you with a rewarding opportunity to positively impact a child’s life.
Cadence Care Network is committed to supporting our foster caregivers. We provide dedicated 24/7 support, initial and ongoing training, daily reimbursement for the care of children, respite, and access to transportation services for the children in care.
How to Become a Foster Parent
We are seeking foster caregivers throughout Northwest, Northeast, and Central Ohio.
Foster Parent Orientation
Classes take place Fridays, 9 AM–12 PM
Upcoming sessions:
9/19 to 10/31
1/9 to 2/20/26
Home Study
We come to your home to conduct an in-depth interview with your family and ensure it meets all required rules and regulations to welcome a child in foster care.
Turn In Required Documents
Timing Expectation:
The licensing process typically takes 3 to 8 months, depending on how quickly documents are submitted and orientation is completed.
Start Your Foster Care Journey
Requirements by Foster Care Role
Each foster care role has different responsibilities, training, and levels of support. This chart highlights the key requirements so you can see what’s involved in each type of caregiving role.
Foster Parent Orientation
Our state-required, 24-hour orientation gives you the tools, knowledge, and support to begin your foster care journey with confidence.
Class 1
Orientation:
Caregiver Roles and Responsibilities
2.5 hours
Class 2
The Basics of Placement / Medication Management
3 hours
Class 3
Trauma Overview
The Impact of Trauma on Children in Care
3 hours
Class 4
Maintaining the Child's Connections
Partnering with the Primary Family
3 hours
Class 5
Effects of Caregiving
Permanency
3 hours
Class 6
Child Development/Adolescent Development
3 hours
Class 7
Diversity Foundations
Discipline Foundation
3.5 Hours
Class 8
CPR/ First Aid
3 hours
Find out how your home can change a life:
Foster Care Testimonials
See what our foster parents think about fostering through Cadence Care.
To become a foster parent in the State of Ohio, you must have the following qualifications and abilities:
Have a heart full of compassion and support to help someone on their journey.
Be 18 years of age or older.
Singles, couples or
co-parents
Have a strong support system to help you handle stress and crisis situations.
Live in the State of Ohio.
Offer a healthy family environment.
Give guidance, behavior management and emotional support.
Be flexible and accepting.
Provide food, clothing, shelter, love, stability, safety, security, discipline and structure.
Be a positive role model in a child's life.
Click here for more information on our placement services.