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Foster Parent/Family Recruitment | Illinois Department of Children and Family Services - Naperville

1255 Bond Street, Naperville, IL 60563

Eligibility

Individuals and families residing in Illinois; At least 21 years old; Complete foster care training; Pass criminal background checks; Complete health screening; Financially stable

Required documents

Photo ID Proof of income Additional documents may be required,

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
331-231-6900

Voice - Main

https://dcfs.illinois.gov

Languages

Spanish, English

Application process

(1) Visit website and fill out online form and submit (2) Information will be sent to Recruitment Team who will follow up within 3 days regarding next steps

Fees

No Fees

Service area

IL
Dupage County, IL

Description

Protective services for children who are reported to be abused or neglected; family reunification services; provides appropriate, permanent families as quickly as possible for those children who cannot safely return home; supports early intervention and child abuse prevention activities in collaboration with community partners. Also, provides Sunshine website that offers licensed childcare lookup tool and information on daycare.

Date of Last Formal Update

11/10/2025

Data provided by

211 DuPage County

Providing organization

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Protective services for children who are reported to be abused or neglected. Services also include family reunification and appropriate, permanent families for those children who cannot safely return home. Works with community partners to support early intervention and child abuse prevention activities.