foster care services
Frequently Asked Questions
every young person deserves a safe place to land
Right now, many young people in our community, especially teenagers, are navigating trauma, instability, and uncertainty without the steady presence of a caring adult.
At Friends of Youth, we believe something different is possible.
For more than 75 years, we have partnered with youth, families, and the state to create stability, healing, and opportunity. Foster caregivers are at the heart of that work.
You don’t have to be perfect.
You just have to be present.
how we walk alongside you
When you foster with Friends of Youth, support is built into everything we do.
You are backed by:
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A dedicated case manager for every youth
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Individual Treatment Aides providing additional support
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Access to therapists and mental health services
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A 24/7 emergency support line
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Ongoing monthly training and guidance
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Help navigating medical, legal, and school systems
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A Youth Care Fund, along with respite care
We don’t just license foster caregivers.
We walk alongside you every step of the way.
why this matters right now
Teenagers make up a large portion of youth in foster care, and they often wait the longest for safe, supportive homes.
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Without consistent support, young people face increased risks related to:
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Housing instability and homelessness
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Interrupted education
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Mental and emotional health challenges
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One steady, caring adult can change the entire trajectory of a young person's life.