Giving individuals, couples, and families the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child in their community.

With so many children in need of a safe, stable, and caring home, foster parents provide a critical role in the lives of children in their community. We provide all the tools, resources, and support your need to be successful. Our Treatment Foster Care program includes the following features aimed at making the foster care experience rewarding for parents and children alike: 

  • A team approach 
  • Case management with individual goals and treatment plans developed for the children in your care 
  • 24/7 crisis response 
  • Financial reimbursement 
  • Monthly respite 
  • Free trainings 
  • Monthly meetings to connect with other foster parents 

During the licensing process, a series of assessments will be completed by your SA licenser to determine whether you and your home environment will be a good, safe fit for foster children. To meet DCYF and best practice standards, these assessments include: 

  • Background checks for all individuals 16 and older living in your home  
  • Applicant interviews, including personal histories and family background information 
  • Interviews of family members, such as children in the home and adult children  
  • Interviews of references provided by the applicant 
  • Financial, medical, and marital history and documentation 
  • Review of policies and procedures 
  • Home inspection 

We recognize that becoming a foster parent is a huge commitment and the process can be intimidating. Our licensing staff will guide you through each step with ease. In fact, among our licensing staff, you can find several individuals who are licensed as foster parents themselves and will gladly talk with you about their personal experiences. We are also happy to connect you with currently licensed SA homes in your area who can share about their experiences with our program and supports. 

Appropriate for:

  • Individuals
  • Families
  • Grandparents
  • Community Members

Integrated Team Approach

Individual Goals

Robust Support

Considering fostering but overwhelmed by the licensing process?

Testimonials

“Being a Foster Parent brings me joy to provide love, fun experiences and guidance to kids.  We learn a lot from each other and it makes me a better person!”

A caring parent, Foster Parent

“Being a Foster Parent has changed my life; it is a beautiful new experience.”

“Working with SA is excellent overall because of the support they provide. They are quick to respond.”

“I am a Foster Parent because I am making a difference in a young person’s life.”

Mayra, Foster Parent

“I wish people knew that (by foster parenting) you’re contributing to an overall healthier society by helping kids learn life skills and feel love.”

A forever home, Foster Parent

“We are really glad to be a part of Service Alternatives.  We are so thankful for the assistance and help the program provides.  It has been helpful over the last few months especially when we have three younger boys in our home and the amount of energy they have.  If one of them needs a break from the others we can call and staff are able to assist.”

Anna S, Foster Parent

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