A license is required to operate a family foster home for children. In order to obtain a license, an individual or couple must submit an application and a home study will be completed. All adults living in the home must also successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Contact the ND Recruitment & Retention Specialist at 1-833-FST-HOME to learn more or request an application. You may also visit with a Licensing Coordinator from CFS Licensing Unit at cfslicensing@nd.gov or a local Human Service Zone case worker or supervisor about the area need and licensing process.
Regular Family Foster Care
- Human Service Zones will route you to the CFS Licensing Unit
- Tribal Nations Social Services offices
Treatment Foster Care
- Contact the local Nexus Family Healing office in your region