Becoming A Foster Parent In Contra Costa County
EHSD is looking for caregivers to provide a safe, nurturing place for children. In Contra Costa County, we protect nearly 2,200 children each year who have been abused or neglected. To each child, this may mean leaving behind what they know and are comfortable with.
Who is eligible to become a resource family?
Foster Parents can be married, single, or same gender couples. You may or may not have children of your own. You don’t have to own your own home and you may live in an apartment. Foster Parents come from all ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds. To be certified for foster care, you will need to fill out an application and meet the following basic criteria:
- Live in Contra Costa County
- Be at least 18 years old
- Pass a background check
- Be financially stable
- Be willing to attend training and work as a member of the child's Child and Family Team.
- Your home, inside and out, must be safe and in good condition with adequate bedroom space to accommodate all family members, including foster children.
Become a Foster Parent for a child from your community.
Call our toll free number
(866) 313-7788
OR
(925) 655-4230
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Is there room in your home for one more?
Become a Resource Parent/Family for a foster child. Contra Costa County needs your support to provide care for children 0–18 years of age.
Free Virtual Orientations 2026
Join a virtual orientation and learn more about becoming a caregiver.
2026 English Orientation Dates
January 15 • February 5 or 19 • March 5 or 19 •
April 2 or 16 • May 7 or 21 • June 4 or 18
2026 Spanish Orientation Dates
January 8 • February 12 • March 12 • April 9 • May 14 • June 11
Each session is from 4 to 6 p.m.
Please treat the session as an in-person presentation. To obtain credit for attending enable your video during the Zoom call. For safety and respect to all participants, do not drive or engage in other activities while attending.
Sessions specifically for your organization or community group are available in English or Spanish. To register call (925) 655-4230 or email [email protected]
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