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Lake County proclaims May 2025 Foster Parent Recognition Month; county official notes 38 local foster parents

5965630 · May 9, 2025

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The Lake County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution recognizing May 2025 as Foster Parent Recognition Month and heard brief remarks from Jean Tetrick, supervisor of the substitute care unit, who said Lake County currently has 38 foster parents.

The Lake County Board of Commissioners on May 8 adopted a resolution proclaiming May 2025 as Foster Parent Recognition Month.

Commissioners praised foster parents for their “entire self” commitment to children without parents and thanked local foster care workers. Jean Tetrick, supervisor of the substitute care unit, told the board, “We currently have 38 foster parents here in Lake County and always want more,” and thanked the commissioners for their ongoing support.

The board approved the proclamation by voice vote; no funding or policy changes were made during the meeting. A ceremonial photo opportunity was noted by staff following the vote.