Is Foster Parenting For You?
princetonol.com
Article by Jeffrey Silla, an experienced foster parent, shares experiences and encouragement for those who are considering the experience of foster parenting.
Lutheran Child and Family Services of Michigan
lcfsmi.org
Not-for-profit organization developing and providing services necessary to enhance the lives and productivity of children and families at risk or in need. Foster parent FAQ, myths about fostering, events, and family activity downloads.
Triad Family Services
triadfs.org
California corporation that oversees adoption, long-term foster care, guardianship, education, therapy, reunification, and emancipation.
The Foster/Adopt Experience
suite101.com
Suite101.com - A description of the process involved in being a foster and/or adoptive parent.
NECCO
necco.org
A learning organization committed to the continuous development of its employees in order to provide optimal care for our foster children, and a solid support network for our foster families.
Edmonton Foster and Family Support
telus.net
News, information, resources, links, discussions, and opportunities to connect foster, adoptive and community families from Alberta, Canada.
Connecticut Association of Foster and Adoptive Parents, Inc.
cafap.com
A non profit organization that is committed to strengthening Foster and Adoptive Families through support, training and advocacy with the aim of nurturing child safety, well being and stability in partnership with child welfare professionals and the entire community.
Canadian Foster Parent
home.ica.net
A resource guide for foster parents to access information and to network with other caregivers around the world. Find links to chat with other caregivers and become a member of a fostercare listserv.
Montgomery County Foster Parent Association
mcfpa.com
For relating information and references to the foster parents of Montgomery County, Maryland.
National Foster Parent Association
nfpainc.org
A non-profit agency striving to support foster parents and to be a strong voice on behalf of all children.
Florida State Foster Adoptive Parent Association, Inc
charityadvantage.com
Information about supports, fostering, and adopting.
State Associations
fosterparents.com
The Foster Parent Community offers this list of contact names, addresses and phone numbers for state foster parent associations nationwide.
Foster Parenting - Getting Started
adoption.about.com
If you are just starting out in your quest to become a foster parent, there are some available links to nationwide fostering agencies.
Foster Care Association New South Wales Inc
fcansw.org.au
Foster care support and information for foster carers in NSW Australia.
There is No Such Thing as Too Attached
suite101.com
Suite101.com - A personal essay about the attachments formed as a foster parent.
Staying with Grandma
4children.org
The challenges faced by relative caregivers; grandparents caring for foster children. Published by Action Alliance for Children.
Tallahassee Area Foster Parent Association
angelfire.com
The TAFPA is working in partnership with the Florida State Foster Parent Association to inform the Legislature and the Public of the needs and concerns of foster children and their biological,foster and adoptive families and children and families at risk.
Pennsylvania's State Foster Parent Association
psfpa.com
A statewide association addressing the needs and concerns of foster parents, foster children and child placement agencies in Pennsylvania.
Colorado State Foster Parent Association
csfpa.org
Resource for training and education for foster parents, child welfare legislation, and links to other resources in Colorado.
KIDS Inc. of Lake County Foster/Adoptive Parent Assoc., Inc.
charityadvantage.com
A local support group for foster/adoptive parents in Lake/Sumter Counties in Central Florida. Meeting dates, membership benefits, calendar, and general fostering information.
National Foster Parent Coalition for Allegation Reform
members.aol.com
NFPCAR is concerned with the problem of child abuse and neglect allegations made against foster and adoptive families throughout the country.
New Hampshire Foster and Adoptive Parent Association
nhfapa.org
Provides information pertaining to by-laws, area councils, training, clothing and furniture resources, legislative updates and a support forum.
Morris County Foster Parents Association
morrisfpa.org
Non-profit organization devoted to the support and advocacy of foster families in Morris County, New Jersey. Information about organized activities, newsletter, and links to related content are featured.
Pinebrook Services for Children & Youth
pinebrookservices.org
Provides high-quality placement, prevention, and treatment services to children birth through 18, including outpatient mental health and drug and alcohol counseling, and special-needs and international adoption services.
Kids in Care
kidsincare.tripod.com
Australian site helping parents, caregivers, and foster parents with ideas, forums, recipes, and information.
Lifting the Veil: Child Welfare, Foster Care, Juvenile Justice
geocities.com
A comprehensive look at the Child Protective Services, Foster Care, and Juvenile Justice systems. Testimony, studies, and reform efforts are examined.
Casey Family Programs
casey.org
Source of information, technical assistance, written materials and referrals to both resource families and child welfare professionals who work with them.
Fostering New Zealand Style
nzfostering.netfirms.com
Foster care information with links for over 200 resources. Advocacy, Legal, Medical, Behavioural, ADHD, and RAD aspects are covered.
FosterParenting.com
fosterparenting.com
American site with information on becoming a foster parent, general child care information, and special instructions for foser parents. Includes a support area with a chat room, message boards, and e-pals.
Foster and Kinship Care Education
fkce.net
Provides training, support, licensing and independent living skills classes for foster parents and others caring for children in out-of-home placements. Site includes information about services, news and contact details.
Canadian Foster Parent
home.ica.net
A resource guide for foster parents to access information and to network with other caregivers around the world. Find links to chat with other caregivers and become a member of a fostercare listserv.
Real Facts About Foster Care
robtshepherd.tripod.com
Are agencies undercutting those entrusted to care for our most vulnerable? Parenting is work, and deserves society's support and undergirding.
Fostering Love
fosteringlove.tripod.com
Patterns to sew for foster children and agencies. Hats, duffel bags, bandanas are a few of the patterns here.