Childrens Alliance of Kansas
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Contact Information
402 State Ave
Kansas City, KS 66101
United States
Online Contact Form
Kansas City, KS 66101
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Over 6,000 children and youth live in foster care in Kansas.
Most of the children who are separated from their families and need foster care are over the age of 8, or they are part of a sibling group. As a foster parent, you can strengthen a child's community and family connections, nurturing them during some of the most challenging times in their lives. Not only will you help some of our most vulnerable, but you will grow, learn and expand your life in ways you can’t imagine.
What do foster parents do?
Learn how to help kids feel safe and cherished.
Show up to help reunify youth with family or kin when possible.
Keep children connected to their schools and communities whenever they can.
Work with the family’s team to provide the best care possible for children and the best support possible for families.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
- Other
Requirements to become a foster parent
Start by researching the state requirements for new parents. In Kansas, all foster parents must:
- Be 21 years or older
- Maintain financial stability
- Live in a safe and comfortable home
- Pass the home inspection
- Provide enough personal space for a foster child
- Clear a background check (all adults in the house)
- Have a valid driver's license and an insured vehicle
- Finish required foster parent training
- Complete the Home Study Process
Good foster parenting requires your best effort, but not "perfect" parenting. Spend time to learn about the foster care system and the information given to you during training and orientation. Once you have become a licensed foster parent, focus on your foster child's wants, needs, and overall well-being.
To learn more about becoming a foster parent in Kansas, contact your local child-placing agency. These social service agencies are state-approved to match foster children with licensed foster care homes.
Every foster agency provides orientation, where you will receive information about foster care and how to obtain a license. Orientation will help you decide if fostering a child is the right path for you and your family. If you are married or in a relationship, ask yourselves questions before committing to fostering together.
After orientation, your next step is the family assessment process, including the Home Study. A social worker at your local child-placing agency will help you through every step.
Ratings and Reviews
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Dec 08, 2022
Sat there for 7hours and when I finally got in it took me only 8minutes to be done.
Nov 18, 2022
Called at 8am on the dot and was somehow #47 in queue, I spent over 7 HOURS on hold… I understand staffing may be short and I try to maintain my patience, but I’m just not sure how after calling first thing in the morning it still took over 7 hours to connect to a real person…
Nov 14, 2022
Very rude staff, would be rude to people who did not speak English, honestly racist. Staff need manners. And the wait time is crazy.
Oct 31, 2022
I would give it a negative score if I could. Spent 6 hours on the phone. Rep was very rude and condescending. Told me she didn't have a supervisor. Denied my case over information requested that doesn't exist. There is no information to give. I gave them everything they needed. I provided all documents. Drove up to dcf ask for manager or supervisor and they said she would be put waited 30 min and then they told me she was gone and would ca me tomorrow. Total of 7 hours and qualified but was denied because of rude rep. If I have to I will be getting intouch with Topeka.
Oct 25, 2022
Person on front desk is terrible