As a biological child of foster parents, Alexis grew up with kids in foster care who became like brothers and sisters. Fostering has shaped her just as it has her parents and the teens who have spent time with their family.

Learn age, space, and work requirements for becoming a foster parent.

It can be hard to ask for help—especially if you’re afraid others will think you don’t know what you’re doing or you’re not doing a good job. Learn why asking for help is OK!

You’ll learn simple actions to prepare for a new foster placement, such as preparing their bedroom, how to talk to children already in the house, and how to ask for help.

After growing up in foster care, Bridgette became a foster parent specifically to provide vital support for teen girls.

In this video, Tori and Billy talk about the surprises, challenges, and joys of their experience as foster parents—like how they learned to overcome a language barrier using an app on their phones.

Yesenia Fermin, Bethany’s director of culture and belonging offers 4 ways social workers can build resilience—and why it matters for self-care.

Amber aged out of foster care and shares why youth and teens need supportive foster parents.

When Tracey's husband unexpectedly passed away, she continued to foster as a single parent, relying on support from her church family and community.

Everyone benefits when parents and foster parents are focused on the child’s well-being.