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Foster Care Orientations, Pre-service Trainings POSTPONED

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Due to COVID restrictions, in-person orientation and pre-service trainings have been postponed.

Please contact your regional DCFS Home Development office for the most up-to-date information on orientation and training if you are interested in becoming a foster caregiver.

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