Most parents feel being a parent is the most important role they play. But Cheryl Estes says she wouldn't have it any other way. She's taking on the responsibility of a foster parent, times four. She and her husband became foster parents about six years ago after finding out they couldn't children of their own. And after adopting the three month old they were fostering Estes discovered she was pregnant, but that hasn't stopped her from fostering four more children and offering them love and security. Shari Pulliam with The Department of Family and Protective Services says they need more parents like the Estes family. And although losing the children to adoption is difficult Pulliam says there is lots of support available for families. If you are interested in becoming a foster parent. Here are the requirements: You have to be at least 21-years old and financially stable. There is an informational meeting you have to attend before filling out an application. You'll have to go through special training on how to deal with children who have been abused or neglected. You also have to consent to a criminal background check, FBI finger print check, a home study, fire and health inspections. You have to have a TB test as well as provide relative and non relative references. For more information on becoming a foster parent, call The Department of Family and Protective Services at 409-951-3351.