Most children who require foster care have been abused or neglected, and they have major developmental, physical and emotional needs that require a variety of services and care.

We rely on the support of many outstanding trauma-informed foster care families to care for children in crisis. The WCH Foster Care Team educates, supervises, and supports these families to meet the …

All families interested in fostering or adopting in Kansas will need to complete an approval process that includes standard background checks, completion of a 10-week, 30-hour training course (MAPP …

We transform the lives of children and families through a broad array of comprehensive child welfare programs and services. Through our holistic approach, we offer a wide range of services tailored to …

Foster parents must be at least 21 years old, pass background clearances, and be in good physical health. Our most successful foster parents are open-minded, dependable, patient and willing to try …

In foster care, the children are provided with a safe, nurturing, loving family for a temporary period of time. There are many types of foster care, including traditional care, emergency/shelter care, …

Foster US Kids has compiled a list of each state's public and private foster care and adoption resources and child-placing agencies. Click on your state to learn: Caring for children in the foster care system …

Oct 9, 2025 · People often ask what fostering means. It refers to opening your home and taking on the responsibility of caring for a child temporarily while supporting their emotional and physical needs.

Fostering means providing safety, comfort, and love to children when their own families are unable to do so. It can be challenging, but it’s also rewarding as you’re contributing towards shaping better futures …

Children and youth thrive when they can live safely with their families in their communities. However, when home environments are not safe, children and youth may temporarily live in out-of-home …