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Characteristics of a Foster Parent of Unaccompanied Refugee Minors

• Mature adults, single or married
• Culturally competent to foster cross-culturally and cross-racially
• Open and sensitive to the special needs of refugee youth
• Good moral character and reputation

Responsibilities of Foster Parents of Unaccompanied Refugee Minors

• Provide safe, secure, nurturing homes
• Transportation
• Emotional and academic support
• Willingness to become an integral member of a team of professionals
• Openess to working towards a common goal
• Coordinate health and dental needs

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Ascentria services nearby

11 Shattuck Street, Worcester, MA 01605

• Adoption Services
  Phone: 774.243.3100
• Services for New Americans
  Phone: 774.243.3100
• Worcester Developmental Services / Forsberg Independent Living
  Phone: 774.243.3100

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230 Second Ave, Suite 125
Waltham, MA 02451 
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11 Shattuck Street
Worcester, MA 01605
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Phone: 774.243.3068
Fax: 508.519.8310 ​

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