The role of the social worker in foster care is crucial in ensuring the well-being of the child or adult who is in the process of being adopted. A social worker conducts a detailed assessment of potential foster parents to determine their suitability to care for the foster person. This includes background checks, financial stability, health status and family and personal circumstances. They also provide training and education to future foster parents about the specific needs of the foster person, the rights and obligations of the foster parent, and ways to support foster care. Social workers provide continuous support to foster parents during the adoption process, including assistance with administrative procedures, mediation with other services and organizations, and emotional support for foster parents and the fostered person. After the person is adopted, the social worker carries out regular monitoring of the foster situation to ensure that everything is going according to the rules and that the needs of the adopted person are met. This can include regular visits, assessments of the environment in which the fostered person lives and support in solving any problems or challenges. In case of problems or crisis situations, the social worker acts as an intermediary between the foster parent, the fostered person and other relevant parties (such as courts or other services). Their role is to ensure the safety and well-being of the adopted person and to help solve problems that may arise. Social workers often collaborate with other health, education and social care professionals to provide comprehensive support to the foster person and their foster parents.