Foster Parent Information Meeting

Interested in becoming a foster parent? Not sure where to get started? Join us for an in-person information session to learn more and get answers to all your questions! Wake County is recruiting foster families for the following: Children/youth ages: 0-17 Sibling groups Medically fragile Special needs (i.e. emotional, developmental) Short-term emergency care Respite At this meeting, we'll be discussing: The core values of foster care; Reasons children may enter into care; Specific needs of the children in our community; and The types of families that can best meet their needs. Q&A to follow the discussion. Register here At the end of the meeting, if you decide you want to continue with the foster care process, you can request an application. Note:Due to the sensitive nature of the information, children are not allowed to attend this meeting. For more information, call the Inquiry Line at 919-212-7474 or email us at foster4wake@wakegov.com.

Last updated September 24, 2026