Eligibility Questions Survey (New Users)

To qualify as a potential Foster Parent, you must attend an orientation session, complete training courses, clear a series of background checks, and have a home inspection and study to ensure the safety of Foster Youth.

Licensing Portal Website (Existing Users)

Thank you for your interest in completing your pending application. To continue, please click on the “Existing Users” button below. Licensing Applications will remain available for 180 days from the started date. Users that don’t complete their application within this timeframe will need to start a new application.

Help Desk

DCFS.Helpdesk@illinois.gov


DCFS.FosterCare@illinois.gov

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