Aging Out of Foster Care in DC: What Happens at 18, 21, and Beyond
What happens when youth age out of foster care in DC? Extended care to age 21, housing vouchers, the SOUL Act, and support programs for DC foster youth transitioning to adulthood.
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All articles about District of Columbia Foster Care Licensing Guide.
DC Foster Care Agencies: How to Choose the Right One for Your Family
Complete guide to DC's contracted foster care agencies. What CFSA licenses, how agencies differ, and the five questions to ask before you sign with one.
DC Foster Care Background Check and Clearances: What Every Adult Must Complete
What background clearances DC foster care requires — FBI fingerprints, MPD check, Child Protection Register, and the Clean Hands certification from MyTax.DC.gov.
DC Foster Care Board Rates: How Much Foster Parents Get Paid in DC
DC foster care stipend and board rates by age and level of care. How monthly payments compare to Maryland and Virginia, plus the professional foster parent track.
DC Foster Care FUP Voucher and Family Unification Program Explained
How DC's Family Unification Program (FUP) vouchers work for foster care families and youth aging out. Who qualifies, how to apply, and what the voucher covers in DC.
DC Foster Care Home Study: What the Physical Inspection Actually Checks
What CFSA's foster care home study covers in DC — physical inspection checklist, fire safety, lead paint rules for pre-1978 homes, and the clinical interview.
DC Foster Care Placement Types: Teens, Infants, and Everything Between
What types of foster care placements are available in DC? From infant placement to fostering teenagers, here's how CFSA categorizes placements and what each involves.
DC Foster Care Regulations: What DCMR Title 29 Actually Requires
Plain-English guide to DC foster care laws and regulations under DCMR Title 29 Chapter 60. Covers housing standards, background checks, and the Clean Hands requirement.
DC Foster Care Reunification: What Foster Parents Need to Know
How family reunification works in DC foster care. CFSA's concurrent planning model, foster parent roles in reunification, and what happens when reunification isn't possible.
DC Foster Care Statistics and System Overview (2024–2026)
Current DC foster care statistics, reform history, and system data by ward. How the LaShawn decree shaped DC's foster care system into a national model.
DC Foster Care Stipend and Rates 2025: Board Payments and Financial Support
How much do DC foster parents get paid? Current DC foster care board rates 2025, clothing allowances, Medicaid, tax treatment, and the full financial support picture.
DC Foster Care Training Hours: What to Expect from TIPS-MAPP
How many training hours are required to become a foster parent in DC? Learn the TIPS-MAPP curriculum, orientation steps, and CPR/mandated reporter requirements.
DC Foster Parent Rights: Bill of Rights, Appeals, and Complaint Process
What rights do DC foster parents have? The foster parent bill of rights in DC, how to file complaints, and how to appeal placement or licensing decisions through CFSA.
DC Foster Parent Support: Groups, Associations, and Respite Care
Where to find foster parent support in DC. FAPAC, respite care options, the DC foster parent association, and resources for families navigating the DC foster system.
DC vs Maryland vs Virginia Foster Care: Key Differences in the DMV Area
Comparing DC, Maryland, and Virginia foster care licensing requirements, board rates, and systems. What DMV-area residents need to know about fostering across the region.
Can You Foster in an Apartment in DC? Housing Requirements Explained
DC foster care apartment requirements from DCMR Title 29. Square footage rules, bedroom minimums, window guards, egress, and what actually disqualifies a unit.
How to Become a Foster Parent in DC: The Complete Licensing Process
Step-by-step guide to DC foster care licensing through CFSA. Requirements, TIPS-MAPP training, application process, and timeline explained.
Kinship Care DC: Requirements, Temporary Licensing, and Kinship Navigator Support
How kinship foster care works in DC — temporary licensing for relatives, CFSA kinship requirements, the Kinship Navigator program, and full board rate eligibility.
LGBTQ Foster Care DC: Affirming Agencies and What the District Requires
LGBTQ+ families fostering in DC — legal protections, HRC-recognized agencies, mandatory SOGIE training, and how DC's system is built for inclusive foster care.
Single Foster Parent DC: What You Need to Know Before Applying
Can a single person foster in DC? Requirements, financial planning, and practical considerations for single applicants pursuing CFSA foster care licensing.
Therapeutic Foster Care DC: Requirements, Agencies, and Pay Rates
What is therapeutic foster care in DC? Learn how specialized and treatment foster care licensing works, which agencies offer it, and what the pay rates look like.