Foster parents are entitled to support and guidance, as their responsibilities and the demands placed on them differ significantly from those of a family not providing youth welfare services. As private individuals, they carry out a public mandate within the framework of educational assistance or integration support. They thereby commit to cooperating in the planning of support services and in accordance with the care agreement concluded between them and the foster care agency.

To successfully meet the demands of being a foster parent over the long term, they need professional support from specialists with proven expertise in foster care. Ongoing, specialized support and counseling for foster care arrangements help stabilize them over the long term and thus play a vital role in ensuring the child’s well-being.