Following criteria shall apply for selection of individual and group foster carers/parents
Both the spouses must be Indian citizens; (It is felt that at present single parent should not be encouraged for foster care as they are likely to enter matrimony and this may result in problems)
Both the spouses must be willing to foster the same child
Both the spouses must be above the age of 35 years and must be in good physical, emotional and mental health; (No upper limit is being fixed for foster carers/parents as Home Study report will consider their suitability)
Ordinarily should have an income in which they are able to meet the needs of the child and are not dependent on the foster care maintenance payment for the child
Medical reports of all the members of the foster care family residing in the premises should be obtained including checks on Human Immuno Deficiency Virus (HIV), Tuberculosis (TB) and Hepatitis B to determine that they are medically fit
Should have adequate space and basic facilities; vii. Should be willing to follow rules laid down including regular visits to doctors, maintenance of child health and their records
Should be willing to attend foster care orientation programes
Must be without criminal conviction or indictment
Should have supportive community ties with friends and neighbors
I am eligible according to above mentioned criteria.