Foster Parents and Foster Agency Drug Testing

COURT AND LEGALLY APPROVED DRUG TESTING

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SUPPORTING PARENTS AND OUR FUTURE

Affordable Testing

I believe that foster parents are doing society a great thing. Helping children and providing an opportunity that seemed unattainable to those children means a lot. That's why our drug testing for foster parents is sold AT COST. That way they can save every penny raising the child. Thank you to all foster parents out there!

Prerit (Pete) Patel

CEO & Foun

$ 41

10 Panel plus XTC
Faith Bridge Foster Care

$ 50

10 Panel plus XTC
All Other Agencies

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Drug Testing for Foster Parents & Agencies

First, if you are a potential parent we want to thank you. Parenting is a huge responsibility and a blessing for every foster child. As a thank you, we try to make it easy to order your drug test ANYWHERE in the country. We also offer the best pricing for foster parents and agencies online.

Are you a representative for foster agencies? We’re also here for you too. Lab Testing Solutions provides initial and ongoing drug testing for foster parents and agencies. Read more about the process or order below.

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Who is Eligible to be a Foster Parent?

Dr. John DeGarmo (Director of The Foster Care Institute) points out that “Foster parent requirements include basic qualifications. You must be at least 21 years of age. And there are more in-depth criteria, like character, health, and marital status.” Personal references are sought for references of moral character. Also, a medical exam and doctor’s report may be required for every member of the foster child’s new household. Requirements vary from state to state, and marital status can also play a role. Married couples are asked to provide their marriage certificate and any sudden changes in marital status may exclude certification as a foster parent. Financial record requests help prove a foster parent’s ability to provide for a foster child. A foster care agency also asks for details regarding childcare, and gives approval of day care if it is required. Did we mention that Foster Agencies ask potential parents to submit to a drug test, background check and home inspection? The approval process to become a foster parent is strenuous and necessary for the stability of children and our communities.

Responsibilities of a Foster Parent

The role of any foster parent is multifaceted, as one has a responsibility to the child welfare agency, the foster child, the child’s biological family, and their own family. First and foremost, however, foster parents have an obligation to provide skilled care, discipline, and nurturing to foster children placed in their home. These responsibilities include meeting the foster child’s basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter, as well as health and hygiene needs. Additionally, foster parents are tasked with providing a welcoming environment for the child which often means including them in family activities, giving personal space when needed, and expressing love and affection whenever possible. Foster parents are also required to manage a foster child’s educational needs, including enrolling them in the local school and communicating with educators to evaluate progress. Within the home, parents also offer mentorship as it relates to social skills, behavioral issues, and responding to difficult life situations. Parents of foster children are also responsible for relaying information about the wellness of the child and any issues that may arise with the child welfare agency through which the child was placed. The process of becoming a foster parent can be an arduous one, and the ongoing requirements of caring for a foster child can be exhausting. However, for families who have taken the time to understand and prepare for these complexities, bringing a foster child into the home is a powerfully beneficial experience for the foster family and the foster child.

"Substance abuse weighs heavily on individuals and families alike. Whether you need testing for DOT, school, probation, DUI, divorce or other legal reasons, we have what you are looking for. Why drug test? Substance abuse – which includes drugs and alcohol – takes a heavy toll on businesses, costing billions of dollars in lost productivity and increased healthcare spending each year."

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