Often the term “medically fragile” can seem terrifying when considering a foster placement, especially if you have little to no medical background. Resources of Hope's course will give you things to consider, as well as an abundance of resources, when the possibility of taking a medically fragile child into your home is on the table. It does not need to be scary or overwhelming. There are many avenues of support available to foster parents who are willing to jump in to this seemingly deep and scary water.Fostering Medically Fragile/Special Needs Youth

Some of the topic that will be discussed are:

• What constitutes medically fragile

• Who can take placement of a medically fragile child

• What is the transition, or training like, when taking a placement of a medically fragile child

• What kind of support is available when taking in a medically fragile child