Prospective and current foster families are often concerned about what happens to all of the personal information gathered and stored by their agency and DCFS during and after licensing. The caregiver’s signature on the licensing application implies that they are informed of the process and are giving their consent for the process to occur.

A foster caregiver’s name, address and phone number must not be disclosed without prior written notice. Caregivers may also request the caseworker not to release this information to the child. DCFS Rules and Procedures about the confidentiality of information are outlined in Rules 315 and 301.