There are hundreds of reasons to become a foster parent, each with their own personality, challenges and rewards. Youthville needs all types of foster parents from a variety of backgrounds to meet the needs of the children and youth of Kansas.
Youthville has one of the largest and oldest foster care programs in the state of Kansas. Foster parents are a part of the child's professional "team," which includes the child's birth family, Youthville staff, teachers, therapists, doctors, attorneys and others.
It is easier to become an adult if you've had a childhood and Youthville foster parents truly make a difference in the life of a child. The agency has a significant need for foster care homes for teens and special needs children.
BECOME A FOSTER PARENT
The very first step is as easy as picking up the phone and calling us at 1-800-593-1950,ext 8118 or click on the link below. Before placing a child in your home, state law requires that your home be licensed.
FAQ
A foster parent is a person who provides all things any parent should give a child such as shelter, food, clothing, medical care; nurturing and positive discipline. Foster parents are also a part of the child's professional "team", which includes the child's birth family, Youthville staff, teachers, therapists, doctors, attorneys and others.
KS FOSTER PARENT TESTIMONIALS
Read about foster parents and their real experiences.
GET INVOLVED
If you're interested in learning more about foster parenting: Click here for more information or call 800.593.1950, ext. 8118.