Children Need You
Every child deserves to feel safe and cared for. Foster and respite parents provide stability, love, and guidance — helping children heal from trauma and believe in their future.
Even short-term care can make a life-changing difference.
What is Foster Care?
Temporary homes for children who cannot safely live with their families. Foster parents help children feel secure, supported, and able to grow.
What is Respite Care?
Short-term care that gives foster families a break and children consistent support. You can care for a few hours, a weekend, or longer — whatever fits your schedule.
Why Your Role Matters
When you open your home, you help children:
- Feel safe and supported
- Succeed in school and daily life
- Build trust and healthy relationships
- Dream bigger for their future
Who Can Help
You don’t need a perfect home to be a foster parent.
We welcome:
- Single individuals or married couples
- Renters or homeowners
- LGBTQ+ families
- All races, religions, and backgrounds
All that matters is a safe, nurturing home and a love for kids.
Support You Receive
We guide you every step of the way:
- Training and coaching
- 24/7 on-call support
- Resources and community connections
Steps to Get Started
Foster Care:
- Attend orientation
- Submit an application and background checks
- Complete GROW training
- Home study and licensing
Respite Care:
- Attend orientation
- Complete application and training
- Choose the times you can help
- Provide short-term care to foster families
Take the First Step
There is a child waiting for safety, stability, and care. Your home could be their turning point.
FAQ
Some children stay a weekend, some months, some longer. Every moment matters.
No. We train and support you.
Yes. We match you with the right child or siblings.
Our staff is available 24/7.
Try Respite Care instead, for a shorter-term commitment.
