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• SRCF works with children 0-18; most children served are six years or younger
• Participation in SRCF is voluntary and is a no-cost service
• Average length of stay varies from family to family
• Parent(s) retain full legal custody
• Parents are encouraged to build a relationship with the host family and to remain active in their children’s lives during the hosting
• Parents know that approved host families are motivated by compassion, not financial gain; Host families are not paid for their service
• The approval process for our host families involves home assessment, extensive host family training and state and federal background checks
• SRCF is a faith-based program overseen by experienced, credentialed child welfare specialists