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Foster care in California

Licensed family homes caring for children and youth placed by the county, including specialized care.

341 homes listed · 0 with a bed open today · 0 cities

Questions about foster care

What is licensed foster care?

Family homes and small group facilities licensed by the state to care for children and youth placed by a county child welfare agency, including homes offering specialized or higher-level care.

Who typically uses this page?

Mostly caseworkers and family members looking for an available, licensed placement. If you're a family exploring becoming a foster parent yourselves, your county's child welfare agency is the right first call.

Why is the city sometimes hidden?

The state withholds exact location details for some foster placements to protect the children living there. We show the county, which is real and accurate, instead of a street address or city.