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Child Foster Care Licensing - Douglas County Health and Human Services

809 Elm Street, Suite 1186, Alexandria, MN 56308

Eligibility

Residents of Douglas County

Required documents

Application/intake form background study proof of address

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
https://www.douglascountymn.gov/child-foster-care-health
[email protected]

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call for appointment or to speak with the licensing intake worker

Fees

None to apply for licensure but a fee may be incurred with the criminal background check or State Fire Marshall inspection

Service area

Douglas County, MN

Description

Provides general information and licensing for individuals interested in becoming a child foster care provider for children. Training and support are provided for foster care providers for temporary, short-term care, long-term care, and respite care.

Last Assured

02/28/2025

Providing organization

Douglas County Health and Human Services

The county human services providing services for foster care licensing, adult mental health, substance use services, senior and veteran services, children and families, economic assistance programs, and the protection of vulnerable individuals.

Child Foster Care Licensing - Douglas County Health and Human Services