Why DCCCA?

• Each family is assigned one DCCCA Specialist who will visit with the family on a regular basis to ensure that their needs are met
• 24/7 support from your Specialist, because we know concerns don’t just arise during business hours
• Training provided at no cost to foster families
• Two days of paid respite per month
• Reimbursed twice per month; direct deposit available
• Individual and family therapy (home-based or outpatient)
• Quarterly support group
• Foster family newsletter
• Appreciation events for foster families

When a child cannot remain safely in their home, placing them with kin

• Minimizes the trauma of removal.
• Increases the likelihood of the child remaining connected to their family (including siblings) and community.
• Increases the number of available foster homes for children that do not have kinship placement options.
• Improves the child’s overall well-being.