Licensing and compliance support for child foster care
Child foster care licensing in Minnesota now falls under DCYF oversight, with many family foster homes licensed through counties or licensed child-placing agencies. We help providers and agencies understand the requirements and keep homes, training, and records ready.
What's included
Application support
Help understanding and preparing licensing requirements.
Home readiness
Checking the home against safety and space requirements.
Training
Planning and tracking required foster care training.
Background studies
Studies for household members and others who need them.
Records and policies
Organized records and clear policies for agencies.
Licensing reviews
Preparing for reviews and responding to findings.
Getting started is simple
Discovery call
A free conversation about your agency, your services, and where you need help.
Your plan
We recommend the right support, with clear priorities and a timeline.
Ongoing support
We do the work alongside your team and check in so you stay on track.
Frequently asked questions
Who licenses child foster care in Minnesota?
Child foster care licensing is under DCYF oversight. Depending on the setting, homes may be licensed through a county or a licensed child-placing agency.
Do you work with child-placing agencies?
Yes. We help agencies with policies, training systems, and record keeping for the homes they support.
What training is required?
Foster care providers must complete required training before and after licensing. We help you plan and track it.
More ways we can help
Let's talk about your agency
Book a free discovery call. We'll learn where you need help and recommend the right next step. No pressure.