Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, Inc

New Jersey offers excellent support and services for foster parents in the state. Let's take a closer look at what's offered.

Foster Parent Training

To become a foster parent in New Jersey, you are required to attend PRIDE training. There are three major components to the training including pre-service training, core training, and advanced and specialized training. Within the three components, you will learn skills in five essential competency categories:

1. Nurturing and protecting children
2. Meeting the developmental needs and addressing developmental delays of children
3. Supporting the relationships between families and children
4. Making safe and nurturing family connections that will last a lifetime
5. Working as a member of a professional team

All licensed foster parents will also have access to many additional workshops, both in-person and online. This may be through e-Learning, webinars, home correspondence courses, or support groups and meetings.

Parent Support

Foster parents receive a monthly payment starting at $716, a clothing allowance, and health care coverage for the child in their care. The amount you receive varies, depending on the child's age and specific needs.

You may also be eligible for:

• Childcare services while working or attending foster parent training
• Special needs transportation reimbursement
• Infant care items
• Essential safety gear such as car seats and bicycle helmets
• Flexible funds for child's special needs