Foster and Adoptive Family Services
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FAFS Informational Brochures
The following are a series of brochures that contain information about subjects important to foster and adoptive parents. These brochures are also available in Spanish.

To receive copies, simply fill out the order form by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page! If you would like additional information, please call FAFS toll-free 1/800/222-0047.
  1. Foster and Adoptive Family Services Scholarship Programs:Important information about FAFS Scholarship programs which benefit foster and adoptive children.
  2. When the Phone Rings: Important questions for resource families to ask when called for a new placement. The Placement Worksheet accompanies this brochure.
  3. A Guide to your Children's Health: Important information for resource families concerning children's health and well-being.
  4. Funding the Future: Important information for helping your foster/adoptive children finance their higher education through available scholarships.
  5. Do your Homework on Your Child's Homework: Important information for resource parents about children and homework.
  6. Renting 101: Important information for those who are looking to rent a place to live for the first time.
  7. The Wrestle Over Reading: Practical tips for motivating your child to read.
  8. Universal Precautions: Important information about how caregivers can protect themselves and their family members from infectious diseases.
  9. Understanding Your HMO: Important information about what your child's HMO is and compares the HMO system of Receiving health care to the traditional fee-for-service Medicaid program offered to resource families.