Jackson County
Foster Parent Association

Written by foster parent Angela Cathcart:

I was a member of the association and a foster parent in 2007.  The reason I'm writing to you, is that I recently took a tax course with H and R Block and became a licensed tax preparer.  I wanted to contact you because I learned last year that we are able to claim our foster children as dependents if certain criteria is met, I was able to amend my return last year and I got an additional $2400 from the IRS.  It's absolutely amazing!  So anyway, I wanted to get in contact with some of my friends that are foster parents, but I can't find any of their information to let them know about the benefits they can claim, and returns from the past that they can amend. I wanted to get the word out there and you can contact me if you have any questions.  I will be preparing taxes this season with H and R Block, so if you want me to prepare yours, I'm more than happy to help, and get you an amazing refund.  But if you prepare your own returns and want to save the fee, you can use me as a resource.  I'm more than happy to help in any way I can.  The economy is so hard right now, we need all the breaks we can get.  Let me know if you have any questions, and I hope you'll pass the word on to the other foster parents.  I've included my information below.  Talk with you soon,

Angela Cathcart

541-772-4980