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Foster Care Resource Hub

About Fostering

Massachusetts has a highly structured system that involves deep family assessments and comprehensive medical checks. They also do a lot of work coordinating with other states if a child needs to be placed across state lines.

Use the guides above to explore licensing, training, and local agency options in more detail when you are ready for the next step.

Quick Facts

Licensing Timeline

4-6 Months Average

Training Requirements

10-30 Hours of Pre-Service Training