Immediate Release
January 20, 2012
Batavia, Ohio. Have you ever thought of becoming a foster or adoptive parent? The Clermont County Department of Job and Family Services’ Children’s Protective Services (CPS) division needs foster care providers and adoptive parents. “We have a critical shortage of local homes to provide love, support, and guidance to an increasing number of children in our community who need help,” said CPS Deputy Director Tim Dick. “Because of the shortage, many abused and neglected children in Clermont County must be sent to homes in neighboring counties, taking them further away from their friends and families. This makes a difficult situation even harder for these children.”
CPS has launched a Foster a Future initiative in 2012, designed to inform, engage, and educate prospective foster and adoptive parents. Many children in the care of CPS will be with foster families for a short time, as families work on possible reunification. However, there are 14 children in county care currently looking for a forever home.
“There is no cost to adopt through Clermont County CPS,” said Dick. “We welcome single people and couples in southwest Ohio to consider becoming a Clermont County foster care provider or an adoptive parent. The kids need you.” For more information about Clermont County foster care or adoption, visit the website www.ClermontForKids.org or call 732-7765.
Media Note: Contact Robert Farrell Clermont County Children’s Services Foster Care and Adoption Recruiter (513) 625-0255 for more information
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For additional information about this or other county news, contact Clermont County Communications Director Kathy Lehr at (513) 732-7597 or by e-mail, klehr@ clermontcountyohio.gov.